Impacting Our Community
At AMOCO, we love making our communities stronger because they are owned by the members we serve every day. By strengthening the well-being of our communities, we help create a better and more resilient community for us all. Check out how AMOCO is making an impact on the community!
AMOCO in the Community
From Financing Homes to Building with Heart: AMOCO FCU Marks Second Co-Sponsorship with $25,000 Donation
AMOCO Federal Credit Union announced its second co-sponsorship with Bay Area Habitat for Humanity, reinforcing the credit union’s commitment to affordable homeownership and community impact. On March 30, AMOCO donated $25,000 to Bay Area Habitat for Humanity, a nonprofit home builder dedicated to helping families in need achieve safe, stable housing.
For the Second Time, AMOCO FCU Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026
AMOCO Federal Credit Union (AMOCO FCU) is proud to announce that it has been recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026, in partnership with Plant-A Insights Group.
Meet AMOCO’s New Chief Financial Officer, Keith Lotf
AMOCO Federal Credit Union is pleased to share that Keith Lotf has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer (CFO). As CFO, he will guide the organization’s financial strategy and provide executive oversight for Finance, Accounting, Enterprise Project Management, Payment Systems, Investment and Retirement Services and AMOCO Insurance.
Javian Jackson Named as Higher Up Texas’ Phase 1 Volunteer of the Year
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Javian Jackson, Member Engagement Specialist at AMOCO, for being named Phase 1 Volunteer of the Year—well deserved for his dedication and passion for serving others.
AMOCO Federal Credit Union Announces Retirement of Executive Vice President Darby McDermott After 41 Years of Distinguished Service
AMOCO Federal Credit Union announced that Patrick “Darby” McDermott, Executive Vice President of Operations Sales and Services, will retire in March 2026 after an exceptional career spanning more than 41 years in the financial services industry.
AMOCO Federal Credit Union Celebrates Habitat for Humanity Home Dedication
AMOCO Federal Credit Union proudly joined Bay Area Habitat for Humanity, community partners, and local leaders on January 15 to celebrate the home dedication ceremony of Habitat’s newest homeowner, Donovan, marking the completion of a meaningful partnership focused on building strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership.
AMOCO FCU Supports Law Enforcement with Donation for New K-9 Officer
On Tuesday, December 16, AMOCO Federal Credit Union’s leadership team had the honor of welcoming Sheriff Jimmy Fullen, his command staff, and several K-9 handlers to our Training and Corporate Center for a demonstration featuring “Cash,” one of the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office’s newest K-9 officers.
Remodeled Texas City Branch Ribbon Cutting & Building Rededication
AMOCO celebrated the grand reopening of its newly remodeled Texas City Branch on Tuesday, November 18. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by community members, staff, and local officials.
Bay Area Habitat For Humanity: From Frames to Final Touches
As one of the proud sponsors of the project, AMOCO Federal Credit Union contributed $25,000 toward the construction of the home. In addition to this financial support, employees donated valuable “sweat equity” by working alongside other community volunteers, tackling essential tasks such as interior and exterior painting and caulking.
Ann Ramos Named as the Winner of Women in Leadership Awards
AMOCO FCU is proud to celebrate our very own Member Engagement Manager, Ann Ramos, who was named the winner of the Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Women in Leadership Awards — Large Business category on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
AMOCO FCU to Open Newly Renovated Texas City Branch October 6
AMOCO Federal Credit Union (FCU) is proud to announce the grand reopening of its newly renovated Texas City branch, located at 2320 Texas Avenue. The official opening is Monday, October 6.
AMOCO FCU Named Best Credit Union and Best Financial Advisor
This marks the 13th consecutive year that AMOCO has earned the coveted spot of Best Credit Union. Recognition like this would not be possible without the heart and dedication that each employee pours into our organization.
AMOCO FCU Hosts Youths for Unforgettable Night at Texans Game
AMOCO Federal Credit Union provided 120 tickets for local youths to attend the Houston Texans vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers football game at NRG Stadium in Houston. This community outreach initiative brought joy and inspiration to these young fans, allowing many to experience a live professional football game for the first time.
AMOCO FCU CEO Shawn Bailey Named a Most Admired CEO by the Houston Business Journal
AMOCO Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that Chief Executive Officer Shawn Bailey has been named a 2025 Most Admired CEO by the Houston Business Journal. This prestigious honor celebrates leaders who have demonstrated a strong commitment to their company’s financial performance, cultivated a healthy and inclusive workplace culture, and made meaningful contributions to the greater Houston community.
Texas City Branch: Building Upon a Legacy
We are excited to announce that our location at 2300 Texas Avenue, our home base for 54 years, is set for a transformative journey. Our Motor Annex (drive-thru) building will undergo a complete renovation to provide an enhanced full-service lobby and drive-thru experience. Once the renovations are complete, we will permanently close the main building.
As we embark on this construction adventure, the drive-thru will be temporarily closed from December 16, 2024, to Summer 2025. We recognize this may present some challenges, so to ease this transition we plan to extend our lobby hours during construction for teller transactions.
Temporary Lobby Teller Operations Hours:
- 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Monday – Friday
- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Saturday
Other lobby services will continue to be offered from:
- 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Monday – Friday
October 2024 Shred Day
On October 12, we kicked off International Credit Union Week by hosting Shred Day at our venue sponsor, Main Event Webster. We had over 150 vehicles and shredded a whopping 20,000 pounds of personal documents, ensuring the safe disposal of unwanted papers. Even more heartwarming, the generous donations to Texas EquuSearch totaled $1,700, supporting their efforts in search and recovery services for families of missing persons and law enforcement.
Every Ribbon Tells A Story
On Saturday, October 5, AMOCO was proud to attend the Every Ribbon Tells a Story Organization’s 8th Annual Gospel Explosion—bringing awareness to breast cancer, which celebrated survivors and remembered those who lost their battle.
Magnolia Creek Branch Coming Soon
AMOCO will be expanding to Magnolia Creek in League City in 2025. The 3,100 square-foot building will be located near the corner of Bay Area Blvd & W League City Pkwy (4510 W League City Pkwy). Visit our page for updates!
Best Credit Union
Thank you to everyone who voted and chose AMOCO Federal Credit Union as their #1 ‘Best Credit Union’ for 12 years in a row! We’re also grateful to be voted as finalists for Best Financial Advisor and Best Mortgage Lender.
AMOCO Young Professionals Volunteer Day
On September 21, representatives from AMOCO and our Young Professionals group assisted M.I. Lewis Social Services in Dickinson with a food distribution to the community.
Seeding Galveston
Several AMOCO employees spend a morning volunteering at Seeding Galveston, lending a hand at their farm. These employees weeded, harvested, fed the farm animals, and spent time with their farm dog, Zuzu.
New Teachers in Our Communities
In preparation for the new school year, AMOCO had the pleasure of welcoming hundreds of new local teachers! Seeing the community come together to support these dedicated educators to succeed in their classrooms was inspiring.
National Drive-Thru Day
Thank you to all our wonderful members for making National Drive-Thru Day so special! Tellers decorated cash-back envelopes, and random members were surprised with gift cards from local businesses.
H.I.S. Ministries Back-to-School Bash
On Friday, July 26, AMOCO volunteered for H.I.S. Ministries West Galveston County’s Back-to-School Bash 2024. AMOCO delivered backpacks and school essentials to over 300 children in Galveston County.
Servant's Heart Award
On June 14, AMOCO held its annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the Galveston Railroad Museum and proudly presented Tim Miller, founder of Texas EquuSearch, with the inaugural Servant’s Heart Award. The prestigious award recognizes Individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and service to their community.
In addition to presenting the award, AMOCO donated $25,000 to Texas EquuSearch to support the organization’s ongoing efforts in search and recovery missions.
EquuSearch is a non-profit organization that provides search and rescue services to families of missing persons and law enforcement.
Business of the Quarter
On July 23, South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce presented AMOCO’s Clear Lake City Branch with the Business of the Quarter award. We are grateful for this recognition!
40 Under 40
AMOCO was a proud sponsor of the 2024 class of 40 Under 40 at a mixer held by The Galveston County Daily News on July 17 at Lago Mar Lagoon in Texas City. The Daily News 40 Under 40 Program recognizes men and women across all industries who have demonstrated personal and professional success and a commitment to the community.
Mike Evans Foundation
On June 29, AMOCO had a blast sponsoring the 2024 Mike Evans Family Foundation Youth Football Camp in Galveston. The hometown hero and Super Bowl Champ, Mike Evans, hit the field to mentor the young football stars.
Interns at Galveston County Food Bank
AMOCO’s dedicated interns generously volunteered at the Galveston County Food Bank on June 14, helping in the pantry and contributing to vital fundraising activities. We are grateful for the chance to give back!
Power of Partner Award
United Way Galveston County Mainland awarded AMOCO its prestigious Power of Partner Award. This award acknowledges AMOCO’s commitment and assistance in working together and expanding our relationship, expertise, and resources to advance United Way’s mission.
2024 Scholarship Winners
On May 14, we celebrated our Honorarium Scholarship winners at our Annual Scholarship Reception. Congratulations to all the scholarship recipients (left to right): Kendall McCardell, Nathan Hudnall, Reese Townsend, Kendall Balfour, and Diego Battles.
April 2024 Shred Day
AMOCO held a successful Shred Day event hosted by the Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital on Saturday, April 20th, to celebrate Earth Day. The event was open to members and the community, with over 250 vehicles in attendance, and more than 20,000 pounds of unwanted documents were safely shredded and recycled. Additionally, the non-profit organization Interfaith Caring Ministries (ICM) set up a booth at the event and collected $1,400 in cash and supplies for its food pantry with the help of its volunteers.
Galveston County Fair & Rodeo
AMOCO is a proud Ruby Sponsor of the Galveston County Fair & Rodeo. On April 11, we hosted a Sneak-Peek-Night featuring the band Bag of Donuts. AMOCO also actively participated in the live auction, purchasing animals raised by local students. Funds from the auction go back to the student to help with the cost of raising the animal or purchasing a future animal.
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
On January 10, National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, AMOCO’s Business Development team delivered treats to several local law enforcement offices to show our appreciation for their incredible service to our communities.
La Marque’s Safe City Initiative
On February 27, AMOCO President/CEO Shawn Bailey pledged a $5,000 sponsorship to the City of La Marque’s Safe City Initiative. This project aims to provide security cameras for senior citizens in the community and support efforts to enhance safety.
Distinguished Service Award
On January 20th, AMOCO was honored to receive the Distinguished Service Award by the Friendswood Chamber of Commerce at their annual gala. A special Certificate of Recognition was presented by State Senator Mayes Middleton, District 11, and State Representative Dr. Greg Bonnen, District 24. We are incredibly grateful for this prestigious honor.
