We believe in giving back to our community. Alabama Teachers employees and volunteers work to provide credit union resources to consumers through financial education, event participation, and sponsorships. We are dedicated to the credit union philosophy of "people helping people" and are committed to our members as we all teach — and learn — together.
Some highlights of our community commitment include:
- International Credit Union Day
- First Friday, Downtown Gadsden
- Centre Fall Festival and Kids Fun Run
- Northeast Alabama Heart Walk - American Heart Association
- Superman 5k
- Kickoff Classic for the Kids Golf Tournament
- Relay for Life
- Noble Street Festival
Our Commitment
Alabama Teachers is happy to help non-profit groups and their fund-raising efforts in communities surrounding our branch offices whenever possible. Because we have several offices in our communities, many requests are received each week. We ask that you follow our guidelines and provide us with advanced notice.
Donations Guidelines Request Form
Again, thank you for considering Alabama Teachers when planning your event. We appreciate opportunities to sponsor worthy causes throughout the communities that we serve. Good luck with your activities!
Credit Union Partner's Helping Hands Foundation
The Credit Union Partner's Helping Hands Foundation (CUPHHF) is a partnership between Alabama Teachers Credit Union and Family Savings Credit Union. The foundation's purpose is to increase the overall impact of our credit unions by helping others in the communities we serve.
To learn more please visit:
The Community Foundation of Northeast Alabama’s website at yourcommunityfirst.org and navigate to the Credit Union Partner’s Helping Hands Foundation webpage or call 256-231-5160.
Upcoming Community Events:

Alabama Blueberry Festival
June 17, 2023
Brewton, AL
This festival has arts and crafts, a car show, live entertainment, blueberries, blueberry bushes, t-shirts and food. There is also a free children's section. Home of the "original" blueberry ice cream (made especially for the festival). Also, blueberry cobbler & crunch made with local berries!

Anniston Family Heritage Festival and Concert
June 17, 2023
Anniston, AL
Join us at Zinn Park as we celebrate our Annual Anniston Family Heritage Festival & Concert!! The fun starts at Noon and doesn't stop until long after the sun goes down with great musical performances. The event is held annually on the third Saturday in June.

Guntersville Lake Hydrofest
June 24, 2023 - June 25, 2023
Guntersville, AL
Powerboat racing returns to Lake Guntersville June 24-25, 2023, bringing back one of the oldest and most popular tourism events held on the 69,000 acre reservoir. Attendance at the event is expected to top 50,000, attracting race fans and water enthusiasts from all across the country. Event lineup includes the fastest and largest boats racing today—The Unlimited Series— A Wakeboard Exhibition featuring the top professional athletes competing in the industry today. Static displays, a boat show, food and one of the most famous Unlimited boats –Miss Budweiser.

Sand Mountain Potato Festival
July 4, 2023
Henagar, AL
Sand Mountain is well known for its rich diversity of agricultural products, including potatoes. Celebrate our heritage with live music, arts and crafts, entertainment, games and fireworks. Event begins at 10 a.m. and culminates with a beautiful fireworks display.

Rock the South
July 20, 2023 - July 22, 2023
Cullman, AL
Chris Stapleton, Zach Bryan, Cody Johnson, and Riley Green will headline Rock the South 2023. Tickets are on sale now. Check the website for event information and schedule.

W. C. Handy Music Festival
July 23, 2023 - July 29, 2023
Florence, AL
The W.C. Handy Music Festival was initiated with the help and vision of musician and Sheffield native Willie Ruff, who along with Dr. David Mussleman helped the Music Preservation Society present the first W.C. Handy Music Festival. That first festival was a long weekend of music featuring Dizzy Gillespie as the headline artist. Since then, the annual celebration has evolved into a ten-day festival with nearly 300 events. The festival showcases music at locations throughout Northwest Alabama, including parks, restaurants, stores, libraries, museums, art galleries, sidewalks, parking lots, and lawns. It also features athletic events, plays, music classes, car shows, and much more. Events being held at sites throughout the Shoals area.