Affinity Plus Opens New Upgraded Branch in Albert Lea

Modern, welcoming space offers expanded services, amenities and added convenience for local members

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union (Affinity Plus) today announced the opening of its new Albert Lea branch, a $2.5 million investment that pairs next-generation financial tools with a warm, community-centered environment built to empower local members.

Located at 1707 East Main Street, the new branch serves nearly 2,000 members in the Albert Lea area with a drive-through lane, deposit-taking ATM and instant-issue debit and credit cards. Members will also have access to Affinity Plus's full suite of financial products and services, including first mortgage loans, auto loans, no- and low-fee checking options and its top-rated mobile and digital banking experience.

The new branch replaces Affinity Plus’s former Albert Lea location and builds on the credit union’s 2025 merger with City & County Employees Federal Credit Union (CCEFCU), which welcomed more than 1,600 Albert Lea-area members into the Affinity Plus family.

"Opening this new branch is an important milestone in our commitment to this community," said Manuela Keeling, Vice President of Branches at Affinity Plus. "Since welcoming former CCEFCU members to Affinity Plus, we've focused on making banking convenient, accessible and personal while providing members with more ways to meet their financial needs. We've worked to build on the strong relationships already established here, and this new standalone location, with the added convenience of drive-through service, gives us even more opportunities to serve our members and invest in the community."

Several area contractors worked on the project, reflecting the credit union’s interest in investing locally and maintaining a long-term presence in Albert Lea.

“When we first learned about the merger, we were optimistic about the opportunities it could bring to Albert Lea,” said Bart Berven, former CCEFCU member. “This new branch is a beautiful space, but what matters most is that we continue to have access to people who know this community and genuinely care about helping members.”

Affinity Plus will celebrate the branch opening with a community open house July 27–31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is open to the public and guests are invited to tour the new branch, enjoy light refreshments and enter for a chance to win a $100 Visa® gift card.

With 35 branches across Minnesota and more than 300,000 members, Affinity Plus continues to grow by putting people first and investing in the communities it serves.

For more information about Affinity Plus branch locations, products and membership opportunities, visit affinityplus.org.

About Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union

Based in St. Paul, Minn., Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is a not-for-profit, financial cooperative that puts people first above profits. Members of Affinity Plus receive maximum value through competitive rates, minimal fees, and unique, member-centric products and programs. Established in 1930, Affinity Plus has 35 branches located throughout Minnesota and is owned by more than 300,000 members. Affinity Plus has more than $5 billion in assets. Additional information is available at www.affinityplus.org or by calling [phone].