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April 23, 2008

Security Service Federal Credit Union Sets the Pace During Military Saves Week

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union was firing on all cylinders in the second annual Military Saves Week, February 24 through March 2, when it doubled the number of military members signed up. The goal of this nation-wide campaign was to advertise and encourage military members to enroll in the Military Saves Program. The program educates service members by providing savings tips, strategies and awareness materials to improve savings behavior.

Part of the success of this year's program was due to the efforts of the credit union’s service center employees. Every one of the credit union’s service centers’ lobbies was decorated with eye-catching displays that called attention to the program.

Security Service enrolled an impressive 3,033 military men and women during the one week campaign. This number represents approximately 20 percent of the national total and is twice the number Security Service enrolled in 2007. The credit union promoted the program beyond the scheduled week of the campaign through the end of March, enrolling an additional 818 military members into the program.

"I’m extremely pleased with our performance in this year's Military Saves campaign," commented David Reynolds, President and CEO for Security Service, "Our employees did an excellent job with the promotion and their efforts were instrumental in helping our military members become better savers."

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April 23, 2008

Security Service and Gulf Marine Fabricators Partner for Employee Benefits

San Antonio, Texas: Delivering a sound financial solution to new members in the Coastal Bend area, Security Service Federal Credit Union is providing nearly 800 employees of Gulf Marine Fabricators (GMF) with a new way to save. Gulf Marine Fabricators wanted a beneficial program that would eliminate the stiff penalty fees their employees incurred from borrowing against their 401K accounts for holiday and vacation expenses.

When Security Service merged with Horizon Credit Union and moved into the Coastal Bend Area earlier this year, the credit union was able to develop a savings program package for the company, which allowed payroll deductions, direct deposits, and free accessible withdrawals. Gulf Marine Fabricators is now an SSFCU Select Employee Group, making all employees of GMF eligible to join the credit union.

"Security Service is pleased to welcome Gulf Marine Fabricators to the Security Service family," said David Reynolds, President and CEO for the credit union, "We look forward to helping them realize their financial goals and providing many years of service."

Security Service has opened more than 100 accounts for Gulf Marine Fabricators employees to date and will continue to assist new hires and other employees with their savings programs.

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April 8, 2008

MasterCard Introduces New Debit Processing Platform to Help Banks Grow Portfolios Across Business Channels

PURCHASE, N.Y., April 7, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- MasterCard Worldwide today announced MasterCard Integrated Processing Solutions(TM) (IPS) -- a powerful MasterCard-engineered debit processing platform. MasterCard IPS offers financial institutions a complete processing solution to help create differentiated products and services, enabling them to quickly expand their payments portfolios across banking channels.

Through a single connection, MasterCard IPS provides banks with a suite of branded debit network and card issuer processing services including PIN, signature, and ATM driving. The platform also introduces a user-friendly customer interface, MasterCard Portfolio Viewer, which greatly simplifies the process for banks to package cardholder data into customized reports. Banks can quickly and easily change the Portfolio Viewer configuration and report parameters with no hard coding.

Security Service Federal Credit Union (Security Service FCU) will be the first MasterCard customer to implement MasterCard IPS, reaffirming its commitment to MasterCard debit offerings with an exclusive agreement. Beginning in the second quarter of 2008, MasterCard will provide Security Service FCU with complete branded debit network and issuer processing.

"MasterCard IPS offers the debit payment innovations we need to differentiate ourselves and grow our business in a competitive financial services market," said David Reynolds, president and CEO, Security Service FCU. "As consumers increasingly embrace electronic payments, aligning with MasterCard ensures that we are well positioned to quickly respond to member demands by offering the most advanced debit products and services."

"Using MasterCard IPS is like moving from the highway to the runway," said Tim Murphy, president, U.S. Region, MasterCard Worldwide. "The platform streamlines the launch of next-generation payment systems to help our customers' businesses take off. With traditional cobbled-together legacy systems, banks may achieve their business goals eventually, but that path is time-consuming and unreliable. MasterCard IPS has been built as an integrated solution from the ground up with the most advanced software, so it is unencumbered by the constraints of legacy systems."

MasterCard IPS simplifies product differentiation by using a parameter- based system to rapidly design and deploy innovative payment products and services that can be specifically customized at the local, regional and national levels yet still operate within a secure global framework. Banks can streamline the rollout process and save considerable time and resources by providing data for the platform's pre-determined parameters to customize a host of product or service options.

MasterCard IPS also helps banks realize greater value from next-generation automated teller machine (ATM) networks by transforming them into advanced distribution channels that integrate with other channels. They can now provide greater options to leverage products, transactions, marketing, promotions and cardholder preferences. For example, a bank wishing to increase debit transaction volume could direct a promotion to frequent ATM users to encourage their use of debit cards for purchases.

MasterCard IPS, together with the sophisticated MasterCard data warehouse, delivers aggregated data across accounts and product lines. It not only provides a 360-degree view of information but also has the flexibility and intelligence to supply customizable geographic and demographic data to its financial institution customers.

"With MasterCard IPS, we have eliminated the need for banks to dedicate significant time and resources to learning and managing payment portfolio interface systems," said Rob Reeg, MasterCard chief technology officer and interim president of MasterCard Global Technology and Operations. "Portfolio Viewer is a substantial advancement for the industry because it is intuitive and easy for users of any skill level, and it provides banks with an unprecedented ability to customize the processing platform interface while freeing them from interaction with the back-end system mechanics."

MasterCard IPS is expected to be available in the United States in mid-2008, offering ATM terminal driving, debit issuing processing and branded debit network functionality as well as expanded rewards capabilities. In developing the platform, MasterCard integrated into its global infrastructure the most advanced in-production payments software from ACI Worldwide and CAMS II Card & Merchant System from Computer Sciences Corporation.

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April 10, 2008

College Bound Seniors Awarded Scholarhsips

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) is awarding $16,000 in college scholarships to 16 top high school seniors in Texas and Colorado.

The San Antonio area students include: Anthony David Fisher, Roosevelt High School Design and Technology Academy; Bethany Fowler, Uvalde High School; Jacob Greene, Communication Arts High School; Laura Marie Hernandez, Fox Technical High School Law and Research Magnet Program; Kanesha Ann Hines, Samuel Clemens High School in Schertz, Texas; Brittany Sierra Loza, McCollum High School; Jazmin Ariana Perez, East Central High School; Noah Anthony Pierce, Tom Clark High School; Alex Adam Ramos, John Jay Science and Engineering Academy; Alex Roberts, MacArthur High School; Kate Wiemers, Hondo High School; and Brandt Zook, Medina Valley High School.

The Colorado area recipients include: Jamar Harrison, Sand Creek High School in Colorado Springs; Amanda McGrath, Pueblo West High School; Alyssa Mitson-Salazar, Centauri High School in Manassa; and Sabrina Lee Norton, Pueblo County High School.

"All of these students are incredibly talented individuals, many of them valedictorians and class presidents. More importantly, they are great examples of hard work, integrity and determination," says David Reynolds, Security Service FCU president and chief executive officer. "We’re happy to be able to help them achieve their dreams."

The awards are part of the Security Service scholarship program, which has awarded more than $128,000 to more than 180 college-bound students in the last 18 years. Students are chosen based on outstanding academic achievement, character and community involvement.

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March 19, 2008

Security Service Federal Credit Union Exceeds $4 Billion in Loans

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) officials announced that they have reached more than $4 billion in loans.

SSFCU began with only eight members and $25 in deposits, in 1956, and approved its first loan five months later. By 1959, not only did assets and membership size increase, but member loans had reached more than $700,000. A decade later, Security Service had lent more than $20 million in loans to its members, and now, more than 50 years after its opening, continues to grow and expand its lending services.

“We are proud of this milestone and look forward to continuing to provide our members the resources to help them realize their financial goals,” says SSFCU President and CEO, David Reynolds.

Security Service has been a leader among financial institutions in offering a variety of competitive products and services to meet its members’ needs. The credit union’s array of loans is no exception, which range from auto and mortgage loans to line of credit and student loans. Among other recognitions, Security Service FCU is the number one auto lender and fifth largest mortgage lender in San Antonio, and is a Preferred Lender with the Small Business Administration.

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March 12, 2008

Security Service Federal Credit Union/Horizon Credit Union merger finalized

San Antonio, Texas: Having recently received final certification from the National Credit Union Administration, Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) officials are pleased to announce that the merger between SSFCU and Horizon Credit Union (HCU), Portland, Texas, is complete with an effective date of January 1, 2008. The partnership between the two entities will expand products and services to the some 6200 former HCU members. Additionally, it will enable the $4.3 billion Security Service to provide local service to its existing membership in the Coastal Bend area, more than 2,300 members, and grow its field of membership in the South Texas and Coastal Bend areas. Officials from both organizations agreed that the merger was a strategic vision to help improve credit union benefits to members and provide expanded technological delivery channels for better service.

“The merger of Horizon Credit Union with Security Service Federal Credit Union is an exciting opportunity that will greatly benefit both organizations,” says David Reynolds, president and CEO for SSFCU. “This action will allow us to increase community support and volunteerism, and it will assist us in providing top-notch service to new and existing members living in the Coastal Bend area.”

A vote in late 2007 by HCU members overwhelmingly ratified the merger between the two credit unions. The merger adds three locations to Security Service’s existing 26 service centers located in San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Uvalde, Harlingen and other South Texas communities. SSFCU entered the Coastal Bend market in June 2007 through the acquisition of the Diocese of Corpus Christi Federal Credit Union in Corpus Christi.

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March 7, 2008

SSFCU Announces 2008-2009 Board of Directors

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) is pleased to announce its 2008-2009 Board of Directors:

Chairman of the Board, Bob Egger; 1st Vice Chairman, James O’Farrell, 2nd Vice Chairman, Tim McCallum; Treasurer, Joe Coleman; Secretary, Pete McNamee; and Directors; Max Giovannini, Bill Ballard, Mary Holub, Grover Jackson, James Tattini and Robert Johnson.

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March 3, 2008

Security Service FCU Saves the Community More than Just Money

San Antonio, Texas: Committed to making a positive environmental contribution, Security Service Federal Credit Union, has saved more than 2.6 million gallons of water, in 2007, after implementing a new water conservation program, at its 16-acre corporate headquarters. The success of the program has resulted in lower operating costs, a 50 percent reduction in consumption, and most importantly, the conservation of a diminishing natural resource.

“We appreciate the need for conserving our natural resources and are proud to be able to do our part,” says SSFCU President and CEO, David Reynolds. “We know that the proactive steps we take today will pay dividends for our community and environment in the future.”

The high tech software, Aquador.NET, provided by Acequia, Comprehensive Irrigation Management, not only allows Security Service to determine the precise amount of water necessary to irrigate its landscape without consuming additional, wasted water, but also generates remote adjustments, over the internet, to accommodate precipitation and temperature changes.

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February 12, 2008

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) officials announced today plans to open a new service center in Pleasanton, Texas. The new 2,000 sq. ft. facility will be located inside the Oaklawn Terrace Retail Center at 1360 West Oaklawn, and will feature four traditional teller stations and three member service offices. Security Service has more than 7,500 members living in Atascosa County, and has had an Atascosa County location in its plans for several years.

“We have heard from many of our members living within Atascosa County that they wanted a local service center that would provide convenient service closer to where they live,” said John Worthington, senior vice president for Security Service Federal Credit Union. “We are pleased to be able to provide this added service location to our Atascosa County members and are confident they will enjoy the convenience having a location closer to home.”

Previously, Security Service’s Mobile Service Center provided service to members living in the Atascosa County area. SSFCU officials anticipate the Pleasanton location will be open for business sometime this April. The credit union offers more than 1,000 ways to join. Anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school and other legal entities in Atascosa County are eligible to join Security Service Federal Credit Union.

About Security Service Federal Credit Union

Security Service Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union in San Antonio and the 11th largest credit union in the nation. SSFCU has over $4 billion in assets and more than 600,000 members. There are 29 South Texas locations and 13 Colorado facilities. For more information about SSFCU products and services, please call 1-888-415-7878 or visit www.ssfcu.org.

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January 2, 2008

Marilyn Hartmann of SSFCU named North Chamber Ambassador of the Year

San Antonio, Texas: Reclaiming her title for a second year in a row, Marilyn Hartmann, senior commercial loan officer for Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU), is the North Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Year for 2007. Hartmann, a North Chamber member for four years, received the award for having greater participation and involvement in Chamber events than any other ambassador. Additionally, she referred numerous potential members to the Chamber and provided extensive volunteer assistance throughout the year.

In addition to her award, Hartmann served as team captain on various committees for the past three years, earning “Team of the Month,” honors four times this year alone and currently serves on the Small Business Leaders Awards committee.

Recently promoted to senior commercial loan officer, Hartmann has been with Security Service for three years, and specializes in SBA lending.

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December 5, 2007

AREA AGENCIES BENEFIT FROM 1.1 MILLION POUNDS OF FOOD DONATED BY THE SAN ANTONIO COMMUNITY DURING NOVEMBER

Exceeding its goal, the San Antonio Food Bank, in conjunction with Security Service Federal Credit Union, News4 WOAI, KJ97 and the San Antonio Express-News, raised just over 1.1 million pounds of canned food during its annual Food4SA food drive in November.

The month-long drive resulted in more than enough food to make nearly a million meals for thousands this holiday season and on into the new year. In all, the Food Bank collected enough to make 859,375 meals or feed 44,000 people three meals a day for six months.

Security Service Federal Credit Union also held a two-day drive to collect turkeys for the Food Bank to distribute at Thanksgiving. More than 5,000 pounds of the frozen gobblers were collected, helping to provide 500 families a special holiday meal.

The San Antonio Food Bank feeds more than 40,000 families each month in 16 counties in southwest Texas. Security Service Federal Credit Union is the 11th largest credit union in the nation and the largest credit union in San Antonio.

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November 30, 2007

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Security Service Reaches All Time High in United Way Contributions

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) employees have contributed over $150,000 to the credit union’s recently completed United Way campaign. After receiving immediate employee response, and surpassing the credit union’s original goal of $125,000, the management team offered their employees an added incentive, by extending the option of business casual dress through October 2008, if contributions reached $127,000. Not only did the contributions quickly reach the new goal, they exceeded it and, established a new record, while receiving 93 percent employee participation.

“Our employees are continually generous, and we knew they could easily surpass the goals we set for them, even without an added incentive,” said SSFCU President and CEO, David Reynolds. “The casual dress option was a way to thank our employees for their leadership in giving back to the communities we serve. We’re proud to be such a positive supporter of the United Way campaign this year, and the work they do to help those deserving organizations in the community.”

In conjunction with the campaign, SSFCU sent over 40 volunteers to help the San Antonio Food Bank during the United Way “Days of Caring,” event. The volunteers’ combined efforts resulted in enough food packed to feed over 25,000 people three meals, a day, for a week.

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November 15, 2007

Security Service Federal Credit Union
Holiday Dollars Awarded to San Antonio Prep Charter School

San Antonio, Texas: San Antonio Preparatory received a $5,000 check today from Security Service Federal Credit Union as part of its “It’s So Easy!” sweepstakes for new members and local schools. Security Service FCU new member, Kristy Vela, chose the northside San Antonio charter school to receive the donation after she was awarded a $5,000 matching cash prize from the credit union for establishing a new checking account at the credit union. Two of Vela’s children attend the school.

"This is a great way for us to help our local schools, while at the same time, rewarding our members," said John Worthington, senior vice president for Security Service FCU. "Our schools are in need of additional funding, and we are pleased to include them in this unique new member product campaign." San Antonio Preparatory is the third school to be awarded the cash in a series that will eventually land five schools in Texas and Colorado a total of $25,000.

Security Service FCU is running the "It’s So Easy!" campaign until December 31, 2007. There will be five sweepstakes winners awarded $5,000 and also given a chance to select a local school to receive a matching $5,000 donation. More information about the campaign can be found at online"> or by calling 1-888-WINME5K

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November 14, 2007

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Security Service Federal Credit Union a Top Fundraising Team For Leukemia & Lymphoma’s Light the Night Walk

San Antonio, Texas: In its 5th year participating, Security Service Federal Credit Union has once again earned one of the, “Top Corporate Team,” honors for raising over $50,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s annual Light the Night Walk. Security Service’s involvement with Light the Night, over the past five years, has garnered nearly $200,000 for the Society’s mission to find a cure for blood cancers, and resulted in Security Service receiving the Corporate Platinum award, the Society’s highest honor, for the past three years.

“Each year, it gets better and better and we are closer than ever to finding a cure,” says, Mike Martinez, Security Service senior vice president, and Leukemia & Lymphoma Society South Texas chapter president.

“It’s amazing to be a part of this cause and see the support and generosity of our employees and the community in helping us reach our goal.”

In addition to nearly 400 employees walking on the day of the event, the Security Service Volunteer Corps helped blow up the over 5,000 illuminated balloons walkers carry to commemorate and honor supporters, survivors and others touched by blood cancer.

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October 1, 2007

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Security Service and Kilowatt Federal Credit Unions Merge

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) officials have announced it has officially merged with Harlingen-based Kilowatt Federal Credit Union (KFCU). In an effort to benefit both organizations, SSFCU and KFCU joined operations to provide expanded services to their members. The KFCU and SSFCU Board of Directors voted to merge, KFCU member vote overwhelmingly ratified the action and the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) approved the merger. As a result of the merger, SSFCU has acquired 2100 new members, approximately $9 million in assets and two locations in the Rio Grande Valley area. Prior to the merger, SSFCU had more than 2500 members in the Rio Grande Valley.

“This is a strategic merger that allows both credit unions to expand their resources and provide additional service to their respective memberships,” said SSFCU Senior Vice President, John Worthington. “We are pleased with this positive new partnership and are glad to welcome Kilowatt FCU members into the SSFCU family.”

SSFCU acquired the Diocese of Corpus Christi Federal Credit Union in Corpus Christi and New Horizon Community Credit Union in Denver in June 2007. Additionally, the Credit Union recently announced plans to expand its presence in the Texas Coastal Bend area by merging with Horizon Credit Union based in Portland, Texas.

While, the merger with Kilowatt Federal Credit Union became effective August 1, 2007 and SSFCU officially assumed operations under a management agreement on June 29, 2007, final approval for the merger was only recently received from the NCUA.

About Security Service Federal Credit Union

Security Service Federal Credit Union, headquartered in San Antonio, was founded there in 1956 and has grown to become the 11th largest credit union in the nation with over $4 billion in assets and more than 600,000 members in Texas, Colorado and around the world. There are 25 South Texas locations and 13 additional locations in Colorado. To find out more about Security Service FCU’s products and services visit www.ssfcu.org.

About Kilowatt Federal Credit Union

Kilowatt Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Harlingen, Texas, was founded in 1938, had approximately $9 million in assets and served some 2100 members at its two locations in Harlingen and Pharr.

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September 14, 2007

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Security Service and Horizon Credit Unions to Merge

San Antonio, Texas: In a move designed to benefit both organizations now and in the future, Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) and Horizon Credit Union (HCU) have announced plans to join operations to provide expanded service to their members. Both Boards of Directors have voted to merge, have signed a “Merger Resolution” and have filed the necessary documentation with the Texas Credit Union Department and the National Credit Union Administration.

“This is a strategic merger where two not-for-profit cooperatives are combining their resources to enable the strategic vision of both institutions in the best interests of their memberships,” said HCU President and CEO, Jim Bounds. “This win-win partnership will enable and implement HCU’s strategic vision to expand and upgrade facilities, introduce new delivery system technologies, expand volunteerism and community support and ensure the longevity of superior credit union services in the Coastal Bend area.”

SSFCU recently entered the Coastal Bend market through the acquisition of the Diocese of Corpus Christi Federal Credit Union in Corpus Christi. During that process it became obvious to HCU’s leadership that Security Service shared HCU’s business and member service philosophies and held like views about community service. Subsequent meetings between SSFCU Management and HCU Management and Board members resulted in a decision to move forward with merger plans.

“It became readily apparent in our several meetings with HCU officials that our institutions share a number of core values and that their and our members are similar in many ways,” said David Reynolds, President and CEO of SSFCU. “Security Service Federal Credit Union is proud to be able to join with Horizon Credit Union to provide added benefits and value to both our memberships.”

A special meeting of the HCU membership will be held in the near future where members will have an opportunity to hear from representatives of both credit unions and then vote to ratify the merger. Upon receipt of an affirmative vote from the membership, the merger will proceed.

About Security Service Federal Credit Union
Security Service Federal Credit Union, headquartered in San Antonio, was founded there in 1956 and has grown to become the 11th largest credit union in the nation with over $4 billion in assets and more than 600,000 members in Texas, Colorado and around the world. There are 23 South Texas locations and 13 other locations in Colorado. To find out more about Security Service FCU’s products and services visit www.ssfcu.org.

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About Horizon Credit Union
Horizon Credit Union, headquartered in Portland, Texas, was founded in 1958 and currently holds some $35 million in assets and serves more than 6200 members at its three locations in Portland, Ingleside and Aransas Pass. To find out more about Horizon CU’s products and services visit www.horizoncu.coop.

Media Contacts:
SSFCU
John Worthington
Phone: (210) 476-4489
jworthington@ssfcu.org

HCU
Jim Bounds
Phone: (361) 643-7536
jbounds@horizoncu.coop

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August 1, 2007

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Security Service Federal Credit Union Exceeds 600,000 Members

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU), San Antonio’s largest credit union, recently announced its membership has exceeded 600,000. This news comes shortly after another milestone for the credit union – reaching more than $4 billion in assets.

Security Service began with eight members and $25 in deposits in 1956, and has since grown consistently over the years. Membership, which spreads across Texas, Colorado, and around the world, topped half of a million in 2003 and four years later, has gained an additional 100,000 new members.

“Member satisfaction is key to our success and growth, so it’s our mission to continue meeting our members’ daily needs by providing sound financial practices, competitive products and services, and convenient locations and hours,” says SSFCU President and CEO, David Reynolds, “We are proud to welcome new members into our growing family.”

Later this year, the credit union will expand its branch network to better serve its members by opening two new service centers, near Rigsby and Loop 410 and at the Rim Shopping Center at 1604 and IH-10, in San Antonio.

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July 27, 2007

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$50,000 heading to schools and credit union members as part of new SSFCU campaign

San Antonio, Texas ? $25,000 is on the table for five schools as part of Security Service Federal Credit Union’s (SSFCU) current membership drive. Aptly named “It’s So Easy!,” the campaign has the credit union giving away five $5,000 cash prizes to five lucky winners. Each of those winners will then get to choose a local school to receive a matching $5,000 donation from SSFCU. New members who join the credit union for just $5 and open a new checking account between now and the end of the year are automatically entered to win one of the cash prizes.

There is no minimum balance required and no monthly service charges on a basic checking account. SSFCU offers several additional checking options, including dividend-accruing, business and member reward accounts. A free “SwitchKit” is available online at www.ssfcu.org to take the hassle out of switching financial institutions.

“What better way is there to do a promotion than helping to benefit both our members and local schools at the same time?” asks John Worthington, senior vice president for SSFCU. “With the increase of so many everyday necessities like gas and electricity, members who win can ease some of their financial burdens by paying off bills, and schools will have some additional monetary resources for their students – it’s a win, win situation.”

To learn more, visit any SSFCU service center, visit the credit union’s website or call 1-800-WIN-ME-5K (1-888-946-6355).

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July 24, 2007

Security Service Federal Credit Union
Now Offering New SBA Patriot Express Pilot Loan for Military Members and Veterans

San Antonio, TX: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) has expanded its line of business loan products to include the new Small Business Administration (SBA) Patriot Express Pilot Loan for military members, veterans and their spouses interested in expanding or establishing small businesses. The Patriot Loan program will allow the $4 billion credit union to offer business loans up to $500,000 that can be used for start-up, expansion, equipment purchases, working capital, inventory or business-occupied real-estate purchases.

"We are excited to add the Patriot Loan program to our line of business products – especially a product like this one that will assist the military community and veterans with their small business needs,” says John Worthington, senior vice president for SSFCU. “Security Service Federal Credit Union is looking forward to helping military members and veterans create and grow their small businesses."

The first credit union in the state to be approved by the SBA to offer the Patriot Express Loan, Security Service Federal Credit Union is also the only credit union in Texas currently offering the product. SSFCU has already closed on its first Patriot Express loan. To find out more about Security Service FCU’s business loan products, contact Business Services at (210) 476-4449.

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June 13, 2007

Security Service Federal Credit Union
Acquires Denver-Based New Horizons Community Credit Union

San Antonio, TX: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) officials have announced the credit union is expanding its presence in the Colorado market through the acquisition of Denver–based New Horizons Community Credit Union (NHCCU). SSFCU, headquartered in San Antonio, will acquire four locations in the Denver area, some 18,000 new members and approximately $150 million in assets after the completed purchase and assumption of NHCCU, expected to be finalized on June 30, 2007.

"We are pleased to welcome the members of New Horizons who will now be members of one of the largest credit unions in the country,” says John Worthington, senior vice president of corporate communications.“ Security Service FCU offers its members a full array of financial products and services including online banking, expanded hours of operation for added member convenience, and of course, low interest loan rates."

Security Service Federal Credit Union currently operates nine locations in the state including one in Denver. The addition of NHCCU locations will increase the number of locations to five in the Greater Denver area and thirteen in the state.

"We anticipate a smooth transition and look forward to working with NHCCU personnel as we assume operations,” says Worthington. “We are confident that we will be able to provide the members of NHCCU with the utmost service as we continue to offer them the full benefits of credit union membership."

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May 25, 2007

Security Service Federal Credit Union
Reaches $4 Billion in Assets

San Antonio, TX: Security Service Federal Credit Union has reached more than $4 billion in assets and officials say the credit union remains steadfast in its commitment to providing the finest member service and transactional convenience for its members.

SSFCU is the largest credit union in San Antonio, the second largest in Texas and the 11th largest in the United States. Based in San Antonio, SSFCU has continually been a leader in the credit union industry by implementing the latest technological advances to improve convenience and service.

Security Service was the first credit union in San Antonio to implement on-line banking and its program, CompuBranch, has more than 152,000 users. SSFCU also was the first to introduce remote teller systems that use video screens and cameras that increase efficiency and security, while maintaining a personal touch with the members. The PassVault System using biometrics offers unescorted access for members to their safety deposit boxes without the wait.

Other efforts to provide members additional convenience include the 24-hour/7 day-a-week Member Contact Center, more than 100 branded ATMs and regular Saturday hours at every service center, plus three mall locations open mall hours.

"This significant milestone could not have been accomplished without our members’ continued loyalty and trust in Security Service over the last 50 years,” said David Reynolds, president and CEO. “We will continue our commitment to providing the very best value, convenience and innovation for our growing membership.”

SSFCU has 22 locations across the greater San Antonio area and nine Colorado offices. The credit union will be opening two new service centers in San Antonio later this year at The Rim Shopping Center at La Cantera and IH-10 and at 410 and Rigsby. Security Service opened its ninth Colorado location at Powers and Barnes in Colorado Springs earlier this month.

Chartered in 1956, SSFCU surpassed $1 billion in assets 39 years later in the summer of 1995. Some 5 years later, in the spring of 2001, the credit union reached $2 billion in assets. SSFCU attained $3 billion in assets in the summer of 2003. Currently, the credit union has $3.6 billion in loans and $364 million in capital.

Security Service Federal Credit Union, which was started by eight members and $25 in deposits in 1956, offers a wide range of financial services, including checking, savings, CDs and other deposit accounts; consumer, business and mortgage loans and numerous investment opportunities.

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May 15, 2007

Security Service Federal Credit Union
Senior Executive Wins Public Relations Lifetime Achievement Award

San Antonio, TX: The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), San Antonio Chapter, awarded John Worthington, senior vice president of corporate communications for Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU), with the “Del Oro 2007 Tex Taylor Lifetime Achievement Award.” The coveted award is presented to an individual in recognition of achievement and outstanding leadership in the field of public relations for more than 20 years. Additionally, the honor is given to a chapter member who has helped develop public relations as a credible profession and has accomplished landmark professional achievements.

“I am very honored to receive this distinguished award,” said Worthington. “I have thoroughly enjoyed my career in the public relations industry, and I want to express my sincere thanks to PRSA for this unexpected but most appreciated recognition.”

Worthington joined Security Service Federal Credit Union in 1994. Prior to joining the credit union, he completed a 26-year career as an Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, where he held several key public affairs positions with the Air Force and the Department of Defense. He currently serves on several boards and committees for the North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Texas Public Relations Association, Texas Credit Union Legislative Coalition, Bexar County Arts and Cultural Fund, Texas Credit Union League, and the University of Texas at San Antonio Intercollegiate Athletics Advisory Council.

In 2003, Worthington received the PRSA, San Antonio Chapter’s “Del Oro Community Service Award.”

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May 4, 2007

Security Service Federal Credit Union
Marks Grand Opening of New Location with $3000 Donation to the Boys & Girls Club of the Pikes Peak Region

Colorado Springs, CO: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) officials kicked off the opening of its new 5,000 sq. ft. Powers and Barnes service center (5820 Barnes Road) with a $3000 donation to the Boys and Girls Club of the Pikes Peak Region. The donation was presented to Boys and Girls Club officials at a ribbon cutting ceremony held yesterday.

"Security Service Federal Credit Union is a firm believer in supporting worthwhile community organizations like the Boys and Girls Club," said John Worthington, senior vice president for SSFCU. "One can't think of a better way to say thank you to the Colorado Springs community than by supporting programs that benefit local youth."

The new SSFCU facility marks the credit union's fifth location in the Colorado Springs area and the ninth in the state. The Powers and Barnes service center features five teller stations, six drive-thru lanes, two ATM drive-up lanes, a night deposit box and offers mortgage and investment services for members.

"With our membership growing in the Colorado markets, we are pleased to be able to provide our members an additional desirable facility where they can conduct their financial business," said Worthington. "We want to ensure that our members have convenient service near the places they work and live."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 17 , 2007

Security Service Federal Credit Union
Area College-Bound Seniors Awarded Scholarships

San Antonio, TX: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) has awarded a total of $15,000 in scholarships to fifteen top high school students in Texas and Colorado. Students will be recognized Tuesday, April 17 at an honorary luncheon to be held at the Doubletree - Airport Hotel in San Antonio.

"Several of the students this year are the valedictorians of their senior class. But, more importantly, they are all incredibly well-rounded individuals. Their stories have much to tell us about motivation, integrity, character and responsibility," says David Reynolds, SSFCU president and CEO. "We are delighted to positively contribute to their future and help them fulfill their dreams. "

San Antonio area scholarship recipients include:

• Kimberly Blair, O'Connor High School: Texas Music Merit Scholar and member of the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta
• Kimberly Ann Davis, Southside High School: Valedictorian, Air Force Junior ROTC Corps Commander, officer on the school dance team, class officer for three years, member of National Honor Society and the Environmental Club
• Danielle Hubenak, Churchill High School: Valedictorian, member of the Peer Assistance Leadership Team (PAL), captain of the varsity basketball team
• Nicole Jones, Madison High School: Valedictorian, member of the Peer Assistance Leadership Team (PAL), member of the National Honor Society
• Julian Banks, Burbank High School: Valedictorian, captain of the varsity tennis team, Harvard Book Prize recipient, selected for Ventures Scholars Program and International Baccalaureate Program
• Kelly Julian, Southwest High School: Carries a 4.3 GPA and intends on majoring in interior design that will accommodate individuals facing physical challenges
• Joseph Luedecke, Marshall High School: Executive board member for National Honor Society; member of the Spanish Honor Society, English Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta; serves on student council and as school mascot
• Andrew Pish, Central Catholic High School: Valedictorian, vice president of student service organization Guardian Angels, senior class parliamentarian, 2006 Outstanding Physics Student of the Year, National Honor Society and Principal’s Cabinet member
• Richard Ricondo, Roosevelt High School: Mu Alpha Theta and National Honor Society member, selected for Who’s Who Among High School Students and Ventura Scholar Program, plays on the baseball team
• Elvis Trevino, Memorial High School: National Honor Society student, Mu Alpha Theta member, plays in the high school band and on the basketball team
• Matthew Robbins, Medina Valley High School: Linebacker for the football team, served in People to People Leadership Ambassador Program, member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes
• Danielle DiFuccia, Hondo High School: National Honor Society and University Interscholastic League student, yearbook editor and member of the high school newspaper staff

Scholarship recipients from other areas:

• Emalee Fulks, Liberty High School in Colorado Springs, COlorado
• Erin Roseveare, James Irwin Charter High School in Colorado Springs, COlorado
• David Starcer, Central High School in Pueblo, Colorado

The awards are part of the Security Service Scholarship Program, which has presented in excess of $113,000 to more than 165 college-bound students in the last seventeen years. Students are chosen based on outstanding academic achievement, character, and community involvement.

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March 30, 2007

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SSFCU Promotes J.T. Cody to Senior Vice President of Asset Management

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of J.T. Cody to senior vice president of asset management. Cody began his career with the credit union in 1997 as a staff attorney and three years later was promoted to vice president of legal services. In his new position, Cody will be responsible for managing the credit union’s risk management department and overseeing all legal and regulatory compliance.

“J.T. Cody has been an extremely valuable member of our management team over the last ten years,“ says David Reynolds, Security Service president and CEO. “His extensive legal experience and high-level performance make him most deserving of his promotion to senior vice president.”

Cody has a Bachelors of Science degree from Texas A & M University and he earned his JD from Saint Mary’s Law School. Prior to coming to Security Service, Cody worked for McCombs Enterprises and Riley & Mosley, LLP. In 2002, he received the San Antonio Business Journal’s “40 under 40” Rising Star Award, honoring emerging leaders in the San Antonio business community. Additionally, he is a graduate of Leadership San Antonio Class XIX.

Active in the local community, Cody currently serves as board vice president for the South Texas Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. He is also co-founder and vice chairman/treasurer of Team Solar Eclipse, an educational and charitable organization dedicated to the prevention of skin cancer and other sun-related diseases.

Cody is a member of the Texas and Federal Bars, the American Corporate Counsel Association and the San Antonio Bar Association.

Security Service Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union in San Antonio and the 11th largest in the nation. The credit union has more than $3.9 billion in assets and more than 590,000 members. There are 22 south Texas locations and eight Colorado facilities.

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March 21, 2007

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San Antonio team brings home Best Practices Award from Las Vegas

San Antonio Food Bank, Security Service Federal Credit Union, Clear Channel Communications and San Antonio Express-News effort recognized as one of the best in the nation

San Antonio, Texas: Competing against hundreds of entries from all across the United States, a San Antonio team consisting of the San Antonio Food Bank, Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU), Clear Channel Communications and the San Antonio Express-News has won the Best Practices Award for Community Relations by the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Marketing and Business Development Council. The award – one of only three – was presented at the 14th annual council conference held last week in Las Vegas, NV.

The team received the award for the Food 4 SA community food drive that successfully raised a million pounds of food and more than $15,000 for the San Antonio Food Bank in November 2006.

“While we are all honored Food 4 SA has been selected as one of the best in the field, we are even more delighted to have participated in an effort that raised enough canned food to make more than 782,000 meals,” said John Worthington, SSFCU’s senior vice president for corporate communications.

“We have seen so much generosity from individuals over the last four years of this food drive,” said Eric Cooper, executive director for the Food Bank. “In particular, it has been participating local schools and their students that have catapulted donations by tens of thousands of pounds. The kindness has been simply remarkable.”

“Each year it just keeps getting better and better,” added Worthington.

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March 5, 2007

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SSFCU Announces 2007-2008 Board of Directors

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) is pleased to announce its 2007-2008 Board of Directors:

Chairman of the Board, Bob Egger; 1st Vice Chairman, Allen Snyder, 2nd Vice Chairman, Jim O’Farrell; Treasurer, Joe Coleman; Secretary, Pete McNamee; and Directors; Mary Holub, Tim McCallum, Grover Jackson, Jim Tattini, Max Giovannini and Bill Ballard.

Security Service Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union in San Antonio and the 11th largest credit union in the nation. SSFCU has more than $3.9 billion in assets and more than 590,000 members. There are 22 South Texas locations and eight Colorado facilities.

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February 8, 2007

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Security Service Federal Credit Union Announces Plans for New Location at 410/Rigsby

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union officials announced today the credit union’s plans to build a new 5,000 sq. ft. service center in the Southeast area of San Antonio at 410 and Rigsby. This facility will mark the Credit Union’s 24th South Texas location.

The new service center will be built on a 1.27-acre lot, adjacent to the Wal-Mart Super Center. It will feature five teller stations, six drive-thru lanes, two ATM drive-up lanes, a night deposit box and will offer mortgage and investment services for members. Credit Union officials anticipate that the new location will be open for business before the end of this year. This announcement comes just one week after the credit union said it will be opening a service center at The Rim Shopping Center on the city’s Northwest side.

“We are excited to be able to provide service to another rapidly growing area of San Antonio,” says David Reynolds, president and CEO of SSFCU. “This new facility will give our members that live and work in the Southeast part of the city a convenient location for their financial services needs.”

Lyda Swinerton Builders, Inc. will serve as the general contractor for the project and Project Control will oversee construction management.

Security Service Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union in San Antonio and the 11th largest in the nation. The credit union has over $3.9 billion in assets and serves more than 590,000 members in South Texas, Colorado and overseas. There are 22 South Texas locations in and around the San Antonio area as well as eight locations in Colorado

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January 24, 2007

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Security Service Federal Credit Union Announces Plans for New Location at The Rim Shopping Center

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union officials announced today the credit union’s plans to build a new 5,000 sq. ft. service center at The Rim Shopping Center located off of IH-10 on the city’s Northwest side. The Credit Union inked the deal with Thomas Enterprises, Inc., The Rim’s developers, earlier today.

The new facility will be built on a 1.6-acre lot, facing the access road and providing convenient ingress and egress from IH-10 as well from within the Rim development. It will feature five teller stations, six drive-thru lanes, two ATM drive-up lanes and will house mortgage and investment services offices. Credit Union officials anticipate that the new location will be open for business before the end of this year.

“This is great opportunity for us to extend services to a rapidly growing part of the community,” says David Reynolds, President and CEO for SSFCU. ”The Rim Shopping Center is quickly expanding and we are confident our members will find having a new location there very convenient.”

Lyda Swinerton Builders, Inc. will serve as the general contractor for the project and Project Control will oversee the construction management.

Security Service Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union in San Antonio and the 11th largest in the nation. The credit union has over $3.9 billion in assets and serves more than 590,000 members in South Texas, Colorado and overseas. There are 22 South Texas locations in and around the San Antonio area as well as eight locations in Colorado.

San Antonio, TX -- (from left) Driscoll Middle School Library Clerk Dana Burt, Librarian Cindy Curney and Principal Michael Cardona accept a check from Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) on behalf of their students for their efforts in raising enough money to purchase more than 10,750 pounds of canned goods.

Security Service Federal Credit Union also awarded the top elementary and high school in San Antonio with $250 each for their efforts in supporting the annual Food 4 SA drive, sponsored by the credit union and Clear Channel Communications on behalf of the San Antonio Food Bank.

Burt said Driscoll raised the money by allowing students to donate $1 for a wristband that allowed them to wear blue jeans for a day instead of their standard school uniform. The school is planning to use the SSFCU award to purchase student incentives.

In all, San Antonians raised more than a million pounds of food in November to help families in need throughout South Texas.

The San Antonio Food Bank feeds more than 40,000 families each month in 16 counties in southwest Texas. Security Service Federal Credit Union, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, is the 10th largest credit union in the nation and the largest credit union in San Antonio.

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January 24, 2007

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Security Service Federal Credit Union Announces Plans for New Location at The Rim Shopping Center

San Antonio, Texas: Security Service Federal Credit Union officials announced today the credit union’s plans to build a new 5,000 sq. ft. service center at The Rim Shopping Center located off of IH-10 on the city’s Northwest side. The Credit Union inked the deal with Thomas Enterprises, Inc., The Rim’s developers, earlier today.

The new facility will be built on a 1.6-acre lot, facing the access road and providing convenient ingress and egress from IH-10 as well from within the Rim development. It will feature five teller stations, six drive-thru lanes, two ATM drive-up lanes and will house mortgage and investment services offices. Credit Union officials anticipate that the new location will be open for business before the end of this year.

“This is great opportunity for us to extend services to a rapidly growing part of the community,” says David Reynolds, President and CEO for SSFCU. ”The Rim Shopping Center is quickly expanding and we are confident our members will find having a new location there very convenient.”

Lyda Swinerton Builders, Inc. will serve as the general contractor for the project and Project Control will oversee the construction management.

Security Service Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union in San Antonio and the 11th largest in the nation. The credit union has over $3.9 billion in assets and serves more than 590,000 members in South Texas, Colorado and overseas. There are 22 South Texas locations in and around the San Antonio area as well as eight locations in Colorado.

San Antonio, TX -- (from left) Driscoll Middle School Library Clerk Dana Burt, Librarian Cindy Curney and Principal Michael Cardona accept a check from Security Service Federal Credit Union (SSFCU) on behalf of their students for their efforts in raising enough money to purchase more than 10,750 pounds of canned goods.

Security Service Federal Credit Union also awarded the top elementary and high school in San Antonio with $250 each for their efforts in supporting the annual Food 4 SA drive, sponsored by the credit union and Clear Channel Communications on behalf of the San Antonio Food Bank.

Burt said Driscoll raised the money by allowing students to donate $1 for a wristband that allowed them to wear blue jeans for a day instead of their standard school uniform. The school is planning to use the SSFCU award to purchase student incentives.

In all, San Antonians raised more than a million pounds of food in November to help families in need throughout South Texas.

The San Antonio Food Bank feeds more than 40,000 families each month in 16 counties in southwest Texas. Security Service Federal Credit Union, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, is the 10th largest credit union in the nation and the largest credit union in San Antonio.