ESL Federal Credit Union: Serving people and businesses connected to
#ROC
and the surrounding communities. Federally insured by
@TheNCUA
. Equal Housing Lender.
FRAUD ALERT: We would like to raise awareness in the community about a recent increase in fraudulent phishing schemes designed to exploit members’ personal and financial information. (1/5)
Check out the build progress on our third office coming to Irondequoit on Hudson Avenue! Stay tuned for updates as construction continues and we approach our fall opening date.
#irondequoitny
#ROC
We continue to shine a light on the organizations and people who uplift our Greater Rochester community. The next organization we're featuring is
@HillsideAgency
and its Parents as Teachers (PAT) Program.
Learn more at
#ROC
In his short time as ESL President & CEO, Faheem Masood’s leadership has caught the eye of many around Greater Rochester, including the
@RochesterBeacon
. Read more about Faheem’s success leading the latest growth and evolution of ESL.
We're pleased to be named one of New York State's Best Workplaces by
@FortuneMagazine
and
@gptw_us
, coming in at
#6
on this year's list of 20 Best Small and Medium Workplaces!
Today is
#NationalInternDay
!
We're celebrating the great work and learnings of our more than two dozen interns. This year, our interns are working at 16 of our branches, and in nine different departments at our Chestnut Street Office.
Thank you for all you do!
What began as a celebration of independence evolved into an org that provides education, healthcare awareness, and advocacy in many other areas. The work of the Rochester Jamaican Organization (ESL Community Impact Partner) is saving lives. Learn more:
Apply today for the 2023 ESL College Scholarship! 10
#ROC
area high school seniors who demonstrate how they help their community thrive and prosper will be awarded $2,000 for college or university tuition in fall 2023.
Applications due March 10.
Do you know an outstanding volunteer who graciously gives their time to uplift the Greater Rochester community? Nominate them for the prestigious Jefferson Awards for Service. Nominations due February 5.
#ROC
On Nov. 20, 1920, George Eastman signed the charter that created Eastman Savings & Loan.
100 years later, as ESL Federal Credit Union, we reaffirm our commitment to Greater
#ROC
.
A message from President & CEO Faheem Masood on our 100th anniversary:
Calling all
@MonroeCC
students: We are now accepting applications for the ESL/MCC Scholars program. Students interested in a career in banking and finance receive scholarship funds for their education while working at ESL. Applications due by October 18.
We are taking a stand against racism in all its forms and we are dedicated to do our part in taking actions in our community as an ally and advocate to those fighting for equity and equality.
ESL has committed $1.5 million to
@museumofplay
and will retain exhibit naming rights for Digital Worlds—a 24,000 sq. ft. gallery dedicated to the history of electronic games and technologies— part of a new museum wing, in the museum’s larger Neighborhood of Play project.
#ROC
From a family of women entrepreneurs to overcoming shyness & fulfilling a dream, 3 women in
#ROC
shared their inspiring stories with an ESL audience about launching their own business. What do they hope you’ll learn from them? Click here to hear!
#women
Congratulations to all
#ROCtop100
companies celebrating tonight! Thank you for all you have done and all you will do to keep Greater
#ROC
’s business community thriving.
In the U.S., the average overdraft fee among banks and credit unions is $33.58, and that number is consistently increasing year after year.
Starting Nov. 1, we are reducing all of our overdraft fees to $5.
#ROC
#RochesterNY
#Rochester
Congratulations to Kathryn "Katie" Hardin of
@HiltonCSD
. “Caring about people creates unity and understanding, leading to a more progressive and less discriminatory world,” Katie noted in her essay.
ESL Federal Credit Union subsidiary to acquire Cooper/Haims Advisors. This deal is expected to close later this fall and will expand and enhance ESL's wealth management service offerings.
Congratulations to our four newest ESL/MCC Scholars!Tonight each Scholar received a scholarship and will work part-time at ESL while completing their
@MonroeCC
degree.
We celebrated
@museumofplay
's 90,000-square-foot expansion! We are thrilled to be a part of The Strong’s growth and proud to sponsor the new ESL Digital Worlds exhibit featuring two video game-based areas. Congratulations to The Strong on this special occasion!
#ROC
Congratulations to the inaugural class of the ESL/
@MonroeCC
Scholars! These five MCC students received part-time teller positions at ESL while they go to school, and a $1000 scholarship for each semester they participate in the program.
#ROC
#RochesterNY
In response to the significantly increased needs of the
#ROC
community as a result of the COVID-19 health crisis, we are providing a $4 million grant that will go through
@UnitedWayROC
to support 20 local health & human services agencies. For more details:
Congratulations to Jasmine Kiley of
@PenfieldCSD
High School on your ESL College Scholarship!
Jasmine was the captain of her Varsity swim team, Math League, and president of her Model United Nations team.
Learn more about Jasmine at
#ROC
The Parents as Teachers (PAT) Program at
@HillsideAgency
has been proven to increase school readiness and success for children of participating parents.
Learn more about the Parents as Teachers Program at
#ROC
As a member of ESL, you belong to something bigger. You’re planting the seeds for a better financial future: for you, your family, your business and our community.
#ROC
.
@CountyExecBello
@RACF500
,
@TheGRHF
and ESL are working w/
@RCSDNYS
to improve internet connectivity for students. We will match additional contributions to this important effort via the COVID Education Fund:
Full details:
#ROC
This is wonderful news for
@UnitedWayROC
@goodwill_flx
and the
#ROC
community! These funds will create many incredible opportunities for the organizations and those they serve.
United Way of Greater Rochester & the Finger Lakes
Today, Mackenzie Scott announced a $20 million gift to United Way to drive transformative change for the Greater Rochester region. We are deeply honored to be one of the chosen organizations in this unexpected announcement.
#ROC
#philanthropy
#nonprofit
Last night we announced a $4 million grant to
@MonroeCC
and
@mccmccf
to support scholarship programs. These will go toward increasing access, ensuring students continue their education, and filling financial aid gaps for students nearing graduation.
#ROC
We are excited to have acquired naming rights to the pavilion in the new visitor center at the
@EastmanMuseum
. This acquisition provides vital funds to enable groundbreaking for this transformative project in Jan. 2020. Details:
#ROC
Congratulations to The Strong on this groundbreaking! We are honored to be a supporter of this transformational expansion through the ESL Federal Credit Union Digital Worlds gallery. A sincere thank you to all who support
#ROC
's museums, theatres and cultural venues.
The transformation of downtown Rochester and
@museumofplay
is moving forward in big ways! Today, we broke ground on the second phase of our expansion! Thank you to the elected officials, museum donors, trustees, and special guests that helped us celebrate!
Congratulations to Mary Alice Liotta, VP/Director, Operations, for being named a
@weare4women
ATHENA Award finalist! She been with ESL since 1999, and has done significant work in the community, including her tenure on the board of
@PPCWNY
.
Monroe County and
#ROC
residents: Our friends at CASH Coalition will be providing free tax prep services February 10-April 18 to qualified families and individuals. More details available at the link below.
Rosa Marie is the founder and president of Marvelous Mind Academy, an educational cooperative, open since 2014, that provides affordable child care for parents and engaging experiences for young learners. Hear her full perspective in the link below.
Today, ESL celebrated the start of construction on our new Goodman Street Office in the Beechwood Neighborhood! Community members/leaders signed a construction beam, for future use, as a symbol of the community collaboration that it takes to build a stronger community!
#ROC
Congratulations to all of the
@RochesterChambr
@weare4women
#RocATHENA
finalists this evening! The ATHENA finalists, and Young Professional and Organization finalists are all true leaders and inspirations for our community.
#ROC
Congrats 2023 ESL &
@MonroeCC
Scholars! We welcomed 5 student scholars & their families at ESL headquarters to recognize them for their hard work. The “earn to learn” program provides a diverse selection of students w/ real-world work experience all while they earn a degree!
#ROC
The Antiracist Curriculum Project is part of the curriculum in more than 15 school districts throughout Greater
#ROC
.
It teaches the local history of structural racism and civil rights in our community, while making space for students to bring their whole selves into class.
FRAUD ALERT: We have seen increased activity around a scam that has fraudsters approaching people using ATMs and asking them to deposit checks into their accounts at the ATM. These checks are fraudulent or will bounce. (1/3)
Happy 120th birthday to
@hickeyfreeman
! We are honored to be a partner with you to help usher in the next 120 years of what is a true
#ROC
institution.
@airedog125
@slpng_giants
We sincerely appreciate that. We thought we addressed this issue in the past, but it looks like one slipped by. Thank you for notifying us!
We're honored to help fund and be a Governance Committee member of the
@UnitedWayROC
and
@RACF500
's vital Community Crisis Fund. Approximately $1.67 million has been distributed to nonprofits in the Greater
#ROC
community.
FRAUD ALERT: Be on alert for fraudulent text messages claiming your ESL account has been temporarily restricted.
We are receiving reports from members that text messages are being sent to members claiming that their ESL account has been temporarily restricted.
#ROC
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We recently celebrated “Wear Your Zoom Clothes Day” at ESL! All employees were invited to wear their regular Zoom/video conferencing attire over the past 2 years. From slippers to flannel pants, shorts & More, here’s a look at some of our employees from various departments!
#ROC
We're excited to announce that we now support
@SamsungPay
and
@GooglePay
!
Learn more on how to add your ESL Visa® Credit or Debit Card to your Android or Samsung devices to use these digital wallets.
We're pleased to be alongside
@CornHillArtFest
for the 2018 Festival Poster Unveiling. A wonderful piece by local artist Ron Brancato.
Be sure to stop by the 50th Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival July 14-15
#ROC
#rochesterny
#Rochester
ESL is pleased to announce our first new branch to be built within the City of Rochester since 2010. The new branch, located at 250 Lake Avenue, is the first of three new ESL branch builds planned in the city.
#ROC
When you love what you do, is it even a job? At ESL, you’ll have fun, be part of special employee events & receive support in every way! Apply at the link below to join our team!
#ESLCareersROC
#jobs
#MondayMotivation
#ROC
#FLX
Today, we celebrated the grand opening of the ESL Goodman Branch, located at 786 N. Goodman Street, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Thank you to everyone who attended, and we look forward to serving Beechwood and surrounding communities!
#ROC
Learn more:
Today we celebrated the grand opening of the ESL Lake Avenue Office with a special ribbon cutting event. State, County, City, and Greater Rochester Chamber officials joined for the opportunity to celebrate and view the new branch
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#ROC
What's it like to work as an ESL Summer Student? We have first-hand insights on how their summer work has helped to provide great learning and experiences for their future!
Congresswoman Louise Slaughter loved this great community and spent her life dedicated to making it a better place to live and work. Our deepest condolences to her family, her friends, and her colleagues.
Progress at our new Goodman Street Branch continues! The empty lot in the Beechwood neighborhood is being transformed to provide important financial tools & easy access to residents. We’re excited to establish roots here & can't wait to welcome everyone later this year!
#ROC
Congratulations to R. Scott Burdett, the ESL Volunteer of the Year Award recipient at the Rochester Press-Radio Club Day of Champions! We honor Scott for his work with the
@AlSiglCommunity
,
@autismup
, the Golisano Autism Center, as well as his other volunteering activities.
#ROC
Thank you to our friends at
@UnitedWayROC
for the thoughtful (and delicious!) Valentine’s Day gift. We sincerely appreciate our partnership with you, and the vital work you do throughout the Greater
#ROC
community. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Our Fraud Prevention & Awareness Team is always working to keep you safe, as well as in the know about the latest scams taking place in
#ROC
. This Fraud Alerts page will keep you updated about what to watch out for and how you can protect yourself.
We are pleased to be named to two recent Great Place to Work® lists! ESL ranked
#42
on a list of 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials and
#12
on the Best Workplaces in NYS list for small- and medium-sized companies.
#ROC
As part of our
#BHM
series, we're pleased to highlight the story of Cheria Anderson, owner of
@MorgansCereal
. The restaurant opened in 2019 and serves hot and cold cereals with various toppings, along with other breakfast items.
#ROC
#GreaterROC
Congratulations to
@UnitedWayROC
for a successful 100th anniversary campaign in 2018 that saw more than $30 million raised to support the Greater Rochester community.
A big thank you to the Gallina Family for kicking off & chairing the 101st campaign in 2019.
#ROC
#RochesterNY