The First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association (FCSLA) is a fraternal benefit society founded in 1892 in Cleveland, Ohio. Today, FCSLA has grown to over 430 branches in 47 states in the U.S., representing over 85,000 members and their families. Membership is open to U.S. citizens who are Catholic of Slavic descent and their families.As a not-for-profit financial services company, FCSLA's competitive product offerings are designed to provide financial security, retirement solutions and benefits to its members nationwide through its complete line of permanent and term life insurance and annuity products. As a charitable organization, FCSLA and its members support many charitable causes in the communities served through volunteerism and financial donations. FCSLA is rated A- "Excellent" from A.M. Best Company, a leading insurance rating company.* *Effective 6/3/2010. For the latest rating, access www.ambest.com