Alert 1 of 1
See all alerts
Branch Closure

All credit union locations will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7 to celebrate the Labor Day holiday.  Drive-thru locations will be open for normal hours on Saturday, Sept. 5.  Enjoy the long, coolish weekend with temperatures expected to stay below 100 degrees!

Outage Alert

5:28 pm – We are currently experiencing a phone system outage.  You can still text our Contact Center employees by clicking on the small green button at the bottom of every website page.  Troubleshooting is underway.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

Branch Closure

Juneteenth Closings – Over the long weekend we will be improving concrete drainage at the Buffalo Gap drive through facility. At that location only, the ATM will close at 5:30 pm on June 18 and the drive through lanes will close at 6 pm.  They will remain closed until Monday, June 22 at 7:30 am.       All other ATFCU locations will be closed on Friday, June 19 and will resume normal weekend hours on Saturday, June 20.  Thank you for your understanding.

Branch Closure

Memorial Day Holiday – All ATFCU locations will be closed on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.  Enjoy the long weekend!

Notice

The 76th Annual Meeting of ATFCU is tonight at the Abilene Convention Center.  Doors open at 6:30 pm and the business meeting begins at 7.  All members are invited.  Learn more on the Current Happenings page.

Notice

Attn: High School Seniors (and parents)!  The ATFCU Scholarship application process is open. Learn more about it on our Community page.  March 10, 2026 is the application deadline. ... Read more

Branch Closure

All credit union locations will be closed on Monday, February 16 to observe Presidents’ Day.  Learn more about how a Monday banking holiday might affect your expected transactions.

Notice

Winter Storm Impact – Our drive-through lanes are open for normally scheduled hours on Saturday, January 24.  If the weather or utility availability worsens, we will announce updates here and on our social media platforms.  Stay safe!

Notice

When is the best time for you?   Members are able to schedule appointments for most non-teller transactions. Learn more and we can start coordinating calendars! ... Read more

Fun Gifts for Dad that Won’t Break the Bank

A DAD WITH HIS TWO SONS IN FRONT OF A BRICK WALL

It’s Dad’s time, and you want to go all out to make your all-time favorite hero happy! Fortunately, that doesn’t mean you need to drain your wallet. You can make Dad’s day special while keeping your budget completely on track.

Here are some fun, highly rated, and low-cost gifts that are guaranteed to make Dad smile this Father’s Day.

1. 3-in-1 Charging Dock

This awesome desktop charging dock can juice up an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods simultaneously. With a sleek design and sturdy structure, it eliminates cable clutter on his nightstand or office desk. It is compatible with almost all smart device generations and can be found on Amazon for under $30.

2. Embedded Golf Ball Pint Glass

Does Dad love spending his weekends out on the fairway? Surprise him with a hand-sculpted BenShot pint glass featuring a real golf ball embedded right into the side of the glass. It’s heavy, incredibly durable, made in the USA, and bound to make him smile every time he pours a cold drink. You can snag one on Amazon for around $25.

3. Pizza Socks Box

Everyone knows you can never have enough novelty socks, but it’s all about the presentation here. This set of colorful, patterns-matched socks comes arranged inside an authentic, miniature cardboard pizza delivery box. It makes for a hilarious unboxing experience and costs under $20 on Amazon.

4. Minimalist Pop-Up Wallet

Dad can finally toss that overstuffed, worn-out leather wallet when you gift him an ultra-modern, minimalist replacement. Crafted from lightweight aluminum and stainless steel, these slim front-pocket wallets protect his information with built-in RFID blocking. The coolest part? His cards neatly fan out at the simple push of a bottom trigger. Available in a massive variety of colors for around $20 on Amazon.

5. Bluetooth Speaker Beanie

If Dad loves working out in the yard, running, or camping during the cooler months, he won’t want to take this gadget off. It features a warm, knit beanie design with integrated, sweat-proof Bluetooth headphones seamlessly built right into the fabric, allowing him to stream his favorite music or podcasts hands-free. Pick one up on Amazon for under $25.

6. Zippo FireFast Torch

Give him a blazing, ultra-hot flame whenever he needs it. This precise, adjustable propane torch is the ultimate outdoor tool to help Dad get his backyard fire pit going, light up a dark campsite, or even add a professional sear to a culinary dish on the grill. Find it on Amazon for around $25.

7. Luxury Shave Set

Help Dad upgrade his morning routine with a high-end grooming kit from a brand like Harry’s. Their classic Truman Set comes completely packaged with a weighted, textured rubber grip handle, German-engineered blade cartridges, and rich foaming shave gel for an incredibly smooth experience. It looks premium but costs only $15.

It doesn’t take a massive fortune to show Dad how much you care. Use this guide to find a thoughtful, practical gift that matches his personality without putting a dent in your monthly savings. Happy Father’s Day from all of us at Abilene Teachers FCU!

Related posts


little girl peeking out from inside a Christmas gift

Ready or not, the holidays are here

Don't let holiday shopping turn into a stressful scramble. From automating online coupon codes to outsmarting seasonal electronics markups, discover eight practical shopping hacks to keep your budget completely under control this year. Continue reading
two boys in soccer uniforms standing on a track

Kids + Extracurricular Activities = $$$

From endless weekend track meets to out-of-state Rubik's Cube competitions, the cost of kids' extracurricular activities can easily cause severe financial stress. Discover how to transition from last-minute panic to a smooth, stress-free routine using early-bird registration hacks, gear-swapping networks, and automated credit union savings buckets. Continue reading
husband, wife, and child looking in frustration at bills

12 Steps to Financial Wellness – Step 3: Pay Down Debt

Consumer debt can feel like an inescapable bottleneck, but it can be outsmarted. Discover Step 3 of our Financial Wellness series, walk through five practical phases to organize your accounts, and learn which dangerous debt-settlement shortcuts to avoid. Continue reading