Our Mission

This archive exists to collect, preserve, and share the rich history of Buckeye Federal Savings and Loan Association. Through photographs, documents, and personal memories, the aim is to tell the story of an institution that played a vital role in Ohio's financial development.

Our goal is not just preservation, but education—helping current and future generations understand the important role that local financial institutions like Buckeye Federal played in building strong, prosperous communities.

Buckeye Federal Savings and Loan main branch building

Interior of the Midland Buckeye Federal Savings & Loan Association. Alliance, Ohio circa 1950s

The Archive Project

Preservation Mission

This historical archive was created by the son of a former Buckeye Federal employee who wanted to preserve Buckeye Federal's legacy. Our digital platform ensures these materials will be accessible for generations to come.

Community Collaboration

This archive is a collaborative effort involving former employees, customers, community members, and local historians. Every contribution helps paint a more complete picture of Buckeye Federal's role in our community's development.

Educational Resource

Beyond preservation, this archive serves as an educational resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding how local financial institutions shaped American communities in the 20th century.

Get In Touch

We'd Love to Hear From You

Whether you have materials to contribute, questions about the archive, or memories to share, we welcome your involvement in preserving this important piece of our community's financial heritage.

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Technical Information

Privacy & Security

This website uses privacy-friendly analytics that don't track personal information. All contributed materials are reviewed before publication, and contributor contact information is kept confidential unless permission is explicitly granted.

Accessibility

We're committed to making this archive accessible to everyone. The site follows web accessibility guidelines and works with screen readers and other assistive technologies. If you encounter any accessibility issues, please let us know.

Data Preservation

All digital materials in this archive are stored with redundant backups and preservation-quality standards to ensure they remain accessible for future generations. We follow digital archiving best practices for long-term storage.

Open Source

This historical archive platform was built using modern web technologies and follows open standards for data interchange. We believe in transparency and sustainable technology choices for long-term preservation projects.

Acknowledgments

This historical archive would not be possible without the generous contributions of time, materials, and memories from our community. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all former Buckeye Federal employees, customers, and community members who have shared their materials and stories.

Special Thanks To:

  • Former Buckeye Federal employees who preserved institutional records
  • Community members who donated photographs and documents
  • Local historians who provided context and research assistance
  • The Community Historical Society for hosting and supporting this project
  • Technology volunteers who built and maintain this digital archive

This is an ongoing project, and we continue to welcome new contributions. If you have materials related to Buckeye Federal Savings and Loan, or if you'd like to get involved with the archive project, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

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