Community Heroes Consumer Loan Program

Proudly Serving Those Who Serve Our Community

Community heroes give so much to the people around them, and we’re proud to give back. Our Community Heroes Consumer Loan Program offers special benefits for eligible borrowers seeking financing for mortgages, home equity loans, auto loans, personal loans, and more.

This program is available to professionals and volunteers serving in:

  • Fire and rescue
  • Armed forces
  • Education
  • Medical services
  • Law enforcement

Explore Your Community Heroes Loan Options

See How Much Home You Can Afford

Use our loan and mortgage calculators to estimate monthly payments based on loan amount, interest rate, and term. It’s a simple way to plan confidently for your next purchase, project, or home financing need.

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Check Today’s Mortgage Rates

Explore current mortgage, home equity, and consumer loan rates available through our Community Heroes Program. Our team can help you compare options and find financing that fits your goals and budget.

With these tools, you can explore financing options confidently while planning for what’s next.


Community Heroes Program Benefits*

Mortgage Benefits**

  • $250 cash deposit after closing (First Source direct deposit and auto pay required)
  • Reduced personal real estate attorney representation fees (Optional with participating providers, estimated value of $150)
  • Discounted home inspector fee including radon testing (Optional with participating providers, estimated value of $50)
  • Affordable mortgage options designed to fit your budget

Home Equity Loan Benefits***

  • $250 cash deposit after closing (First Source direct deposit and auto pay required)
  • Affordable home equity loan options designed to fit your budget

Consumer Loan Benefits****

  • Qualify for an additional 0.25% discount off your approved loan rate (First Source checking account with direct deposit and auto pay required)
  • Available for eligible consumer loans excluding credit cards and lines of credit
  • Affordable loan options designed to fit your budget

Don’t Forget Homeowners Insurance

Protect your home with coverage you can trust. We’ll help you get started.

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Who May Qualify?

If you work in a professional or support role within one of the eligible service fields, you may qualify for full Community Heroes Program benefits.

Everyone’s financial situation is unique. Our team is here to help you explore your options and find the right loan solution for your needs.

Call 315-735-8571 with any questions or to schedule an appointment with one of our friendly and knowledgeable representatives.

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Why Choose First Source?

  • Local Decision Making

    Work with a team that understands the needs of our local community and the people who serve it.

  • Personalized Guidance

    We’ll help you explore loan options that fit your goals, budget, and timeline.

  • Flexible Financing Solutions

    From mortgages to personal loans, we offer financing options designed to support every stage of life.

We’re proud to support the people who help keep our communities strong every day.

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Live Smarter

Ready to explore your financing options? Let’s get started—make an appointment with one of our friendly Member Service Representatives today.


Membership and credit requirements apply. Rates and terms determined by overall credit history and subject to change.

*All loans in this program require that members MUST have a checking account with payroll direct deposit and automatic payments as a benefit of the program. Note, this is not a condition for approval for a loan, just for this program. If any of the requirements become unmet at any point during the duration of the loan, the rate will revert to the standard, non-program rate for the remainder of the loan term. This program is available for new loans and does not apply to existing loans.

**Mortgage products are offered by Owners Choice Financial (OFC) through First Source Federal Credit Union. Full disclosures and terms will be provided during Community Heroes Mortgage Program consultations. The summary below is not all-inclusive.

Mortgage is restricted to the primary residence (purchase only) located in NY State. OFC is a registered mortgage lender with the NYS Department of Financial Services.

A First Source checking account with payroll direct deposit and automatic mortgage payments is required. The $250 deposit will be made to the program participant’s First Source checking account within 30 days of the closing, upon verification of all eligibility requirements. Personal real estate attorney fee waiver is a $150 credit, not redeemable as cash. Discounted home inspection fee is set by the inspector based on square footage, and not redeemable as cash. You are not required to use the program service provider(s) as a condition of the purchase of the subject property. You may use an alternative provider offering a similar service; however related discounts and other savings will not be available to you.

***A First Source home equity account with payroll direct deposit and automatic home equity payment is required. The $250 deposit will be made to the program participant’s First Source checking account within 30 days of the closing, upon verification of all eligibility requirements.

****A First Source checking account with payroll direct deposit and automatic loan payments is required to qualify for the rate discount. If any of the requirements become unmet at any point during the duration of the loan, the rate will revert to the standard, non-program rate for the remainder of the loan term.

First Source credit and membership eligibility requirements apply. Loans funded for business purposes do not qualify.

Proof of employment in healthcare, education, law enforcement, fire and rescue, U.S. military, or veteran status is required to be eligible for the Community Heroes Consumer Loans Program.