About the Foothills Federal Credit Union
It All Began in 1962
Foothills Federal Credit Union was chartered as UC Employees Federal Credit Union in 1962 to serve employees of Union Carbide Co. in Loudon, Tennessee.
An Expansion in 1983
In 1983 we expanded our charter to include numerous employees groups. In 2001, we changed our name to Foothills Federal Credit Union to reflect our diverse groups of members.
City of Sweetwater in 2002
In August of 2002 Foothills Federal Credit Union was approved for an underserved designation to serve the city of Sweetwater, Tennessee.
A Merger in 2004
In October 2004, Yale Employees Credit Union merged with Foothills Federal Credit Union. The original location in Lenoir City, Tennessee was kept open as a branch office.
Community Charter in 2005
In October 2005, Foothills was approved by NCUA to serve anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Loudon, Monroe, or Blount County.
What's Smart about a Credit Union?
Fees are typically lower.
Credit Unions rarely price fees to generate revenue.
Loan rates are generally lower.
FFCU has variety of loan types including auto, share secured and personal.
Credit Unions work for your best interest, not to make a profit for a few stockholders.
Our Mission Statement
Foothills Federal Credit Union is a non-profit, member oriented, financial institution aimed at serving your financial needs and wants. Our goal is to provide you with the best service possible for your money and educate you to use our services to their fullest benefit.
