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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)

S	QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended December 31, 2011

£	TRANSITION REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT

For the transition period from ____________ to _______________

Commission File Number: 0-51176

KENTUCKY FIRST FEDERAL BANCORP

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

United States of America		61-1484858
(State or other jurisdiction of		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
incorporation or organization)

479 Main Street, Hazard, Kentucky 41702

(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)

(606) 436-3860

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months or such shorter period that the issuer was required to file such reports and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past ninety days: Yes S No £

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (Section 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes S No £

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” and “smaller reporting company,” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):

Large accelerated filer £		Accelerated filer £
Non-accelerated filer £		Smaller Reporting Company S
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.)

Yes ¨ No x

APPLICABLE ONLY TO CORPORATE ISSUERS

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date: At February 10, 2012, the latest practicable date, the Corporation had 7,735,703 shares of $.01 par value common stock outstanding.

INDEX

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PART I	-	ITEM 1	FINANCIAL INFORMATION

			Consolidated Balance Sheets	3

			Consolidated Statements of Income	4

			Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income	5

			Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows	6

			Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements	8

		ITEM 2	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of
			Financial Condition and Results of
			Operations	25

		ITEM 3	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures
			About Market Risk	34

		ITEM 4	Controls and Procedures	34

PART II	-	OTHER INFORMATION		35

SIGNATURES				37

PART I

ITEM 1: Financial Information

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(Unaudited)

(In thousands, except per share data)

		December 31,			June30,
		2011			2011

ASSETS

Cash and due from financial institutions	$	1,265		$	1,002
Interest-bearing demand deposits		2,893			4,047
Cash and cash equivalents		4,158			5,049

Interest-bearing deposits in other financial institutions		100			100
Securities available for sale		12,694			203
Securities held-to-maturity, at amortized cost- approximate fair value of $6,173 and $7,257 at December 31, 2011 and June 30, 2011, respectively		5,760			6,810
Loans, net of allowance of $842 and $764 at December 31, 2011 and June 30, 2011, respectively		184,045			182,796
Real estate owned, net		2,630			4,304
Premises and equipment, net		2,696			2,667
Federal Home Loan Bank stock, at cost		5,641			5,641
Accrued interest receivable		504			538
Bank-owned life insurance		2,651			2,607
Goodwill		14,507			14,507
Other intangible assets		22			87
Prepaid FDIC assessments		306			361
Prepaid federal income taxes		—			22
Prepaid expenses and other assets		724			443

Total assets	$	236,438		$	226,135

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Deposits	$	136,595		$	139,940
Federal Home Loan Bank advances		38,715			25,261
Advances by borrowers for taxes and insurance		141			471
Accrued interest payable		82			91
Accrued federal income taxes		94			—
Deferred federal income taxes		566			1,021
Deferred revenue		665			—
Other liabilities		599			654
Total liabilities		177,457			167,438

Commitments and contingencies		-			-

Shareholders’ equity
Preferred stock, 500,000 shares authorized, $.01 par value; no shares issued and outstanding		-			-
Common stock, 20,000,000 shares authorized, $.01 par value; 8,596,064 shares issued		86			86
Additional paid-in capital		36,882			36,907
Retained earnings		32,102			31,860
Unearned employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)		(1,877	)		(1,989	)
Treasury shares at cost, 816,375 and 811,375 common shares at December 31, 2011 and June 30, 2011, respectively		(8,215	)		(8,170	)
Accumulated other comprehensive income		3			3
Total shareholders’ equity		58,981			58,697

Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity	$	236,438		$	226,135

See accompanying notes.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

(Unaudited)

(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)

	Six months ended						Three months ended
	December 31,						December 31,
	2011			2010			2011			2010
Interest income
Loans	$	4,936		$	5,159		$	2,470		$	2,577
Mortgage-backed securities		139			193			67			93
Other securities		1			1			1			1
Interest-bearing deposits and other		112			119			56			55
Total interest income		5,188			5,472			2,594			2,726

Interest expense
Deposits		887			1,420			403			681
Borrowings		311			404			151			161
Total interest expense		1,198			1,824			554			842
Net interest income		3,990			3,648			2,040			1,884
Provision for losses on loans		82			68			82			43
Net interest income after provision for losses on loans		3,908			3,580			1,958			1,841

Non-interest income
Gain on sale of loans		23			92			23			64
Earnings on bank-owned life insurance		44			45			22			22
Gain (loss) on sale of real estate acquired through foreclosure		(13	)		(36	)		4			(39	)
Unrealized loss-other real estate		(48	)		—			(38	)		—
Other		51			53			20			27
Total non-interest income		57			154			31			74

Non-interest expense
Employee compensation and benefits		1,520			1,521			773			723
Occupancy and equipment		168			166			81			81
Legal fees		192			69			131			37
Outside service fees		189			67			113			34
Data processing		111			126			57			64
Auditing and accounting		78			87			19			49
Federal deposit insurance		76			103			36			49
Franchise and other taxes		93			98			47			49
Amortization of intangible assets		65			65			32			33
Foreclosure and real estate owned expense, net		32			49			15			28
Other operating		236			257			107			135
Total non-interest expense		2,760			2,608			1,411			1,282

Income before income taxes		1,205			1,126			578			633

Federal income taxes
Current		851			334			194			59
Deferred		(455	)		35			(4	)		150
Total federal income taxes		396			369			190			209

NET INCOME	$	809		$	757		$	388		$	424

EARNINGS PER SHARE
Basic and diluted	$	0.11		$	0.10		$	0.05		$	0.06

DIVIDENDS PER SHARE	$	0.20		$	0.20		$	0.10		$	0.10

See accompanying notes.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

	Six months ended					Three months ended
	December 31,					December 31,
	2011		2010			2011		2010

Net income	$	809	$	757		$	388	$	424

Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes (benefits): Unrealized holding gains (losses) on securities designated as available for sale, net of taxes (benefits) of $—, $—, $— and $— during the respective periods		—		(1	)		—		—

Comprehensive income	$	809	$	756		$	388	$	424

See accompanying notes.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

	Six months ended
	December 31,
	2011			2010
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income	$	809		$	757
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation		98			90
Amortization of deferred loan origination (fees) costs		2			(19	)
Amortization of premiums on FHLB advances		(9	)		(76	)
Amortization of core deposit intangibles		65			65
Net gain on sale of loans		(23	)		(92	)
Other than temporary impairment of real estate owned		48			36
ESOP compensation expense		87			91
Amortization of stock benefit plans and stock options expense		—			228
Earnings on bank-owned life insurance		(44	)		(45	)
Provision for loan losses		82			68
Origination of loans held for sale		(394	)		(2,250	)
Proceeds from loans held for sale		417			2,510
Increase (decrease) in cash, due to changes in:
Accrued interest receivable		34			(82	)
Prepaid expenses and other assets		(226	)		(131	)
Accrued interest payable		(9	)		(15	)
Accounts payable and other liabilities		(55	)		(160	)
Federal income taxes
Current		116			(16	)
Deferred		(455	)		34
Net cash provided by operating activities		543			993

Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchase of available-for-sale securities		(12,500	)		(11,000	)
Securities maturities, prepayments and calls:
Held to maturity		1,050			1,555
Available for sale		9			20
Loans originated for investment, net of principal collected		1,612			1,415
Proceeds from sale of real estate owned		(654	)		885
Additions to premises and equipment, net		(127	)		(69	)
Net cash used in investing activities		(10,610	)		(7,194	)

Cash flows from financing activities:
Net change in deposits		(3,345	)		(1,699	)
Payments by borrowers for taxes and insurance, net		(330	)		(181	)
Proceeds from Federal Home Loan Bank advances		15,000			16,000
Repayments on Federal Home Loan Bank advances		(1,537	)		(9,737	)
Dividends paid on common stock		(567	)		(555	)
Treasury stock repurchases		(45	)		(171	)
Net cash provided by financing activities		9,176			3,657

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents		(891	)		(2,544	)

Beginning cash and cash equivalents		5,049			8,362

Ending cash and cash equivalents	$	4,158		$	5,818

See accompanying notes.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED)

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

	Six months ended
	December 31,
	2011			2010

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash paid during the period for:
Federal income taxes	$	650		$	350

Interest on deposits and borrowings	$	1,216		$	1,915

Transfers from loans to real estate acquired through foreclosure, net	$	(2,280	)	$	523

Loans made on sale of real estate acquired through foreclosure	$	2,375		$	593

Deferred gain on sale of real estate acquired through foreclosure	$	665		$	--

Capitalization of mortgage servicing rights	$	3		$	20

See accompanying notes.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

On March 2, 2005, First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Hazard (“First Federal of Hazard” or the “Association”) completed a Plan of Reorganization (the “Plan” or the “Reorganization”) pursuant to which the Association reorganized into the mutual holding company form of ownership with the incorporation of a stock holding company, Kentucky First Federal Bancorp (the “Company”) as parent of the Association. Coincident with the Reorganization, the Association converted to the stock form of ownership, followed by the issuance of all the Association’s outstanding stock to Kentucky First Federal Bancorp. Completion of the Plan of Reorganization culminated with Kentucky First Federal Bancorp issuing 4,727,938 common shares, or 55% of its common shares, to First Federal Mutual Holding Company (“First Federal MHC”), a federally chartered mutual holding company, with 2,127,572 common shares, or 24.8% of its shares offered for sale at $10.00 per share to the public and a newly formed Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”). The Company received net cash proceeds of $16.1 million from the public sale of its common shares. The Company’s remaining 1,740,554 common shares were issued as part of the $31.4 million cash and stock consideration paid for 100% of the common shares of Frankfort First Bancorp (“Frankfort First”) and its wholly-owned subsidiary, First Federal Savings Bank of Frankfort (“First Federal of Frankfort”). The acquisition was accounted for using the purchase method of accounting and resulted in the recordation of goodwill and other intangible assets totaling $15.4 million.

1. Basis of Presentation

The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements, which represent the consolidated balance sheets and results of operations of the Company, were prepared in accordance with the instructions for Form 10-Q and, therefore, do not include information or footnotes necessary for a complete presentation of financial position, results of operations and cash flows in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. However, in the opinion of management, all adjustments (consisting of only normal recurring adjustments) which are necessary for a fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements have been included. The results of operations for the three-month period ended December 31, 2011, are not necessarily indicative of the results which may be expected for an entire fiscal year. The consolidated balance sheet as of June 30, 2011 has been derived from the audited consolidated balance sheet as of that date. Certain information and note disclosures normally included in the Company’s annual financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles have been condensed or omitted. These consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s Form 10-K annual report for 2011 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Allowance for Loan Losses: The allowance for loan losses is a valuation allowance for probable incurred credit losses. Loan losses are charged against the allowance when management believes the uncollectibility of a loan balance is confirmed. Subsequent recoveries, if any, are credited to the allowance. Management estimates the allowance balance required using past loan loss experience, the nature and volume of the portfolio, information about specific borrower situations and estimated collateral values, economic conditions, and other factors. Allocations of the allowance may be made for specific loans, but the entire allowance is available for any loan that, in management’s judgment, should be charged off.

The allowance consists of specific and general components. The specific component relates to loans that are individually classified as impaired.

A loan is impaired when, based on current information and events, it is probable that the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement. Loans for which the terms have been modified resulting in a concession, and for which the borrower is experiencing financial difficulties, are considered troubled debt restructurings and classified as impaired.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

1. Basis of presentation (continued)

Factors considered by management in determining impairment include payment status, collateral value, and the probability of collecting scheduled principal and interest payments when due. Loans that experience insignificant payment delays and payment shortfalls generally are not classified as impaired. Management determines the significance of payment delays and payment shortfalls on case-by-case basis, taking into consideration all of the circumstances surrounding the loan and the borrower, including the length of the delay, the reasons for the delay, the borrower’s prior payment record, and the amount of the shortfall in relation to the principal and interest owed.

Real estate loans are individually evaluated for impairment. If a loan is impaired, a portion of the allowance is allocated so that the loan is reported, net, at the present value of estimated future cash flows using the loan’s existing rate or at the fair value of collateral if repayment is expected solely from the collateral. Large groups of smaller balance homogeneous loans, such as consumer and residential real estate loans, are collectively evaluated for impairment, and accordingly, they are not separately identified for impairment disclosures. Troubled debt restructurings are separately identified for impairment disclosures and are measured at the present value of estimated future cash flows using the loan’s effective rate at inception. If a troubled debt restructuring is considered to be a collateral dependent loan, the loan is reported, net, at the fair value of the collateral. For troubled debt restructurings that subsequently default, the Company determines the amount of reserve in accordance with the accounting policy for the allowance for loan losses.

The general component covers non-impaired loans and is based on historical loss experience adjusted for current factors. The historical loss experience is determined by portfolio segment and is based on the loss history experience of the Company over the most recent three years and a rolling average of the current year’s loss history. This actual loss experience is supplemented with other economic factors based on the risks present for each portfolio segment. These economic factors include consideration of the following: levels of and trends in delinquencies and impaired loans; levels of and trends in charge-offs and recoveries; trends in volume and terms of loans; effects of any changes in risk selection and underwriting standards; other changes in lending policies, procedures, and practices; experience, ability, and depth of lending management and other relevant staff; national and local economic trends and conditions; industry conditions; and effects of changes in credit concentrations. The following portfolio segments have been identified: residential real estate, nonresidential real estate, loans on deposits and consumer and other loans. The residential real estate segment is our primary lending activity and it enables a borrower to purchase or refinance homes in the Banks’ respective market areas. We further classify our residential real estate loans as one- to four-family, multi-family or construction. We originate loans to individuals to finance the construction of residential dwellings for personal use or for use as rental property. We do not generally lend to builders for construction of speculative or custom residential properties for resale. We also offer loans secured by nonresidential real estate, primarily commercial office buildings, churches and properties used for other purposes. Generally, these loans are originated for 25 years or less and do not exceed 75% of the appraised value. Our consumer loans include home equity lines of credit and loans secured by savings deposits.

2. Principles of Consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, Frankfort First, and its wholly-owned banking subsidiaries, First Federal of Hazard and First Federal of Frankfort (collectively hereinafter “the Banks”). All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

3. Earnings Per Share

Diluted earnings per share is computed taking into consideration common shares outstanding and dilutive potential common shares to be issued or released under the Company’s share-based compensation plans. The factors used in the basic and diluted earnings per share computations follow:

	Six months ended December 31,
	2011		2010

Net income	$	809	$	757
Less earnings allocated to unvested shares		—		7

Net income allocated to common shareholders, basic and diluted	$	809	$	750

	Three months ended December 31,
	2011		2010

Net income	$	388	$	424
Less earnings allocated to unvested shares		—		3

Net income allocated to common shareholders, basic and diluted	$	388	$	421

	Six months ended December 31,
	2011		2010
Basic
Weighted-average common shares including unvested Common shares outstanding		7,544,432		7,499,750
Less: Weighted-average unvested common shares		—		24,629
Weighted-average common shares outstanding		7,544,432		7,475,121
Diluted
Add: Dilutive effect of assumed exercise of stock options		-		-

Weighted-average common shares outstanding (diluted)		7,544,432		7,475,121

	Three months ended December 31,
	2011		2010
Basic
Weighted-average common shares including unvested Common shares outstanding		7,547,047		7,498,653
Less: Weighted-average unvested common shares		—		24,900
Weighted-average common shares outstanding		7,547,047		7,473,753
Diluted
Add: Dilutive effect of assumed exercise of stock options		-		-

Weighted-average common shares outstanding (diluted)		7,547,047		7,473,753

There were 325,800 and 309,800 stock option shares outstanding for the six- and three-month periods ended December 31, 2011, respectively, which were antidilutive for the respective periods. There were 325,800 stock option shares outstanding for each of the six- and three-month periods ended December 31, 2010, which were antidilutive for the respective periods.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

4. Investment Securities

The following table summarizes the amortized cost and fair value of securities available-for-sale and securities held-to-maturity at December 31, 2011 and June 30, 2011, the corresponding amounts of gross unrealized gains recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income and gross unrecognized gains:

	December 31, 2011
			Gross		Gross		Estimated
	Amortized		unrealized		unrealized		fair
	cost		gains		losses		value
	(In thousands)
Available-for-sale Securities
Agency mortgage-backed: residential	$	190	$	4	$	-	$	194
U.S. Treasury note		12,500		-		-		12,500
		12,690		4		-		12,694

Gross

Estimated

Amortized

unrecognized

fair

cost

gains

losses

value

Held-to-maturity Securities

Agency mortgage-backed: residential

5,760

413

6,173

June 30, 2011

Gross

Gross

Estimated

Amortized

unrealized

fair

cost

gains

losses

value

Available-for-sale Securities

Agency mortgage-backed: residential

199

203

Gross

Estimated

Amortized

unrecognized

fair

cost

gains

losses

value

Held-to-maturity Securities

Agency mortgage-backed: residential

6,810

447

7,257

Our securities holdings consist of agency mortgage-backed securities, which do not have a single maturity date and a $12.5 million U.S. Treasury note that matures in February 2012. None of our securities were pledged at December 31, 2011 or June 30, 2011.

There were no sales of investment securities during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2011 or the six-month period ended December 31, 2011.

We evaluated securities in unrealized loss positions for evidence of other-than-temporary impairment, considering duration, severity, financial condition of the issuer, our intention to sell or requirement to sell. Management does not believe other-than-temporary impairment is evident.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

5. Loans receivable

The composition of the loan portfolio was as follows:

		December 31,			June 30,
(in thousands)		2011			2011

Residential real estate
One- to four-family	$	155,946		$	158,821
Multi-family		9,619			4,504
Construction		217			1,062
Nonresidential real estate and land		11,654			12,211
Loans on deposits		2,369			2,405
Consumer and other		5,066			4,824
		184,871			183,827
Less:
Undisbursed portion of loans in process		82			353
Deferred loan origination fees (cost)		(98	)		(86	)
Allowance for loan losses		842			764
	$	184,045		$	182,796

The following table presents the activity in the allowance for loan losses by portfolio segment for the six months ended December 31, 2011:

(in thousands)	Beginning balance		Provision for loan losses			Loans charged off		Recoveries		Ending balance

Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	490	$	69		$	4	$	—	$	555
Multi-family		11		18			—		—		29
Construction		5		(4	)		—		—		1
Nonresidential real estate and land		36		(1	)		—		—		35
Loans on deposits		8		(1	)		—		—		7
Consumer and other		14		1			—		—		15
Unallocated		200		—			—		—		200
Totals	$	764	$	82		$	4	$	—	$	842

The following table presents the activity in the allowance for loan losses by portfolio segment for the three months ended December 31, 2011:

(in thousands)	Beginning balance		Provision for loan losses		Loans charged off		Recoveries		Ending balance

Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	490	$	69	$	4	$	—	$	555
Multi-family		19		10		—		—		29
Construction		1		—		—		—		1
Nonresidential real estate and land		33		2		—		—		35
Loans on deposits		7		—		—		—		7
Consumer and other		14		1		—		—		15
Unallocated		200		—		—		—		200
Totals	$	764	$	82	$	4	$	—	$	842

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

5. Loans receivable (continued)

The activity in the allowance for loan losses for the six- and three-month periods ended December 31, 2010 is summarized as follows:

(in thousands)	Six months			Three months

Beginning balance	$	1,535		$	1,519
Provision for losses on loans		68			43
Charge-offs		(36	)		—
Recoveries		—			5
Ending balance	$	1,567		$	1,567

The following table presents the balance in the allowance for loan losses and the recorded investment in loans by portfolio class and based on impairment method as of December 31, 2011. There were no loans acquired with deteriorated credit quality at December 31, 2011.

(in thousands)		Recorded investment in loans		Ending allowance attributed to loans		Unallocated allowance		Total allowance
Loans individually evaluated for impairment:
Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	2,277	$	93	$	—	$	93
Multi-family		—		—		—		—
Construction		—		—		—		—
Nonresidential real estate and land		—		—		—		—
Loans on deposits		—		—		—		—
Consumer and other		—		—		—		—
	$	2,277	$	93	$	—	$	93

Loans collectively evaluated for impairment:
Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	153,669	$	462	$	—	$	462
Multi-family		9,619		29		—		29
Construction		217		1		—		1
Nonresidential real estate and land		11,654		35		—		35
Loans on deposits		2,369		7		—		7
Consumer and other		5,066		15		—		15
Unallocated		—		—		200		200
	$	182,594	$	549	$	200	$	749

KENTUCKY FIRST FEDERAL BANCORP

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

5. Loans receivable (continued)

The following table presents the balance in the allowance for loan losses and the recorded investment in loans by portfolio class and based on impairment method as of June 30, 2011. There were no loans acquired with deteriorated credit quality at June 30, 2011.

(in thousands)		Recorded investment in loans		Ending allowance attributed to loans		Unallocated allowance		Total allowance
Loans individually evaluated for impairment:
Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	2,224	$	55	$	—	$	55
Multi-family		—		—		—		—
Construction		—		—		—		—
Nonresidential real estate and land		—		—		—		—
Loans on deposits		—		—		—		—
Consumer and other		—		—		—		—
	$	2,224	$	55	$	—	$	55

Loans collectively evaluated for impairment:
Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	156,597	$	439	$	—	$	439
Multi-family		4,504		13		—		13
Construction		1,062		3		—		3
Nonresidential real estate and land		12,211		34		—		34
Loans on deposits		2,405		7		—		7
Consumer and other		4,824		13		—		13
Unallocated		—		—		200		200
	$	181,603	$	509	$	200	$	709

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

5. Loans receivable (continued)

The following table presents the balance in the allowance for loan losses and the recorded investment in loans by portfolio class and based on impairment method as of December 31, 2010. There were no loans acquired with deteriorated credit quality at December 31, 2010.

(in thousands)		Recorded investment in loans		Ending allowance attributed to loans		Unallocated allowance		Total allowance
Loans individually evaluated for impairment:
Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	7,633	$	896	$	—	$	896
Multi-family		425		—		—		—
Construction		—		—		—		—
Nonresidential real estate and land		—		—		—		—
Loans on deposits		—		—		—		—
Consumer and other		—		—		—		—
	$	8,058	$	896	$	—	$	896

Loans collectively evaluated for impairment:
Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	154,784	$	400	$	—	$	400
Multi-family		7,180		18		—		18
Construction		1,167		3		—		3
Nonresidential real estate and land		12,381		31		—		31
Loans on deposits		2,348		6		—		6
Consumer and other		4,888		13		—		13
Unallocated		—		—		200		200
	$	182,748	$	471	$	200	$	671

The following table presents loans individually evaluated for impairment by class of loans as of and for the six months ended December 31, 2011:

(in thousands)		Outstanding Principal Balance		Allowance for Loan Losses Allocated		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized		Cash Received

With no related allowance recorded:
One- to four-family	$	1,120	$	—	$	1,186	$	29	$	29

With an allowance recorded:
One- to four-family	$	1,157	$	93	$	1,165	$	4	$	4

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

5. Loans receivable (continued)

The following table presents loans individually evaluated for impairment by class of loans as of and for the twelve months ended June 30, 2011:

(in thousands)		Outstanding Principal Balance		Allowance for Loan Losses Allocated		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized		Cash Received

With no related allowance recorded:
One- to four-family	$	1,136	$	—	$	1,296	$	44	$	44

With an allowance recorded:
One- to four-family	$	1,088	$	55	$	1,213	$	33	$	33

Troubled Debt Restructurings:

A Troubled Debt Restructuring (“TDR”) is the situation where the Bank grants a concession to the borrower that the Bank would not otherwise have considered due to the borrower’s financial difficulties. All TDRs are considered “impaired.” The substantial majority of the Bank’s residential real estate TDRs involve conceding to refinance a loan to then-current market interest rates despite poor credit history or a high loan-to-value ratio.

During the period ended December 31, 2011, the terms of a certain loan was modified to accept a payment for interest, taxes and insurance for a period of time.

The following table presents the recorded investment in nonaccrual loans, loans past due over 90 days still on accrual and TDRs by class of loans as of December 31, 2011:

(in thousands)		Nonaccrual		Loans Past Due Over 90 Days Still Accruing		TDRs on Accrual Status

One- to four-family residential real estate	$	1,740	$	103	$	919

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

5. Loans receivable (continued)

The following table presents the recorded investment in nonaccrual loans, loans past due over 90 days still on accrual and TDRs by class of loans as of June 30, 2011:

(in thousands)		Nonaccrual		Loans Past Due Over 90 Days Still Accruing		TDRs on Accrual Status

One- to four-family residential real estate	$	876	$	-	$	729

The Company granted one TDR loan modification totaling $192,000 during the six-month period ended December 31, 2011. The pre-modification outstanding recorded investment equaled the post-modification outstanding recorded investment. The TDRs described above did not increase the allowance for loan losses and did not result in charge offs during the six months ended December 31, 2011. There were no TDRs that defaulted during the six-month period ended December 31, 2011 or over the previous twelve months. There are no outstanding commitments to lend on loans classified as TDRs. A summary of the types of TDR loan modifications that occurred during the first six months of fiscal 2012 were as follows:

(in thousands)	Number of Loans		TDRs Performing to Modified Terms		TDRs Not Performing to Modified Terms		Total TDRs
Residential real estate:
One- to four-family		1	$	192	$	—	$	192

The following table presents the aging of the principal balance outstanding in past due loans as of December 31, 2011, by class of loans:

(in thousands)	30-89 Days Past Due		Greater than 90 Days Past Due		Total Past Due		Loans Not Past Due		Total

Residential real estate:
One-to four-family	$	3,800	$	1,843	$	5,643	$	150,303	$	155,946
Multi-family		—		—		—		9,619		9,619
Construction		—		—		—		217		217
Nonresidential real estate and land		—		—		—		11,654		11,654
Loans on deposits		—		—		—		2,369		2,369
Consumer and other		—		—		—		5,066		5,066
Total	$	3,800	$	1,843	$	5,643	$	179,228	$	184,871

KENTUCKY FIRST FEDERAL BANCORP

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

5. Loans receivable (continued)

The following table presents the aging of the principal balance outstanding in past due loans as of June 30, 2011, by class of loans:

(in thousands)	30-89 Days Past Due		Greater than 90 Days Past Due		Total Past Due		Loans Not Past Due		Total

Residential real estate:
One-to four-family	$	3,181	$	876	$	4,057	$	154,764	$	158,821
Multi-family		—		—		—		4,504		4,504
Construction		—		—		—		1,062		1,062
Nonresidential real estate and land		—		—		—		12,211		12,211
Loans on deposits		—		—		—		2,405		2,405
Consumer and other		—		—		—		4,824		4,824
Total	$	3,181	$	876	$	4,057	$	179,770	$	183,827

Credit Quality Indicators:

The Company categorizes loans into risk categories based on relevant information about the ability of borrowers to service their debt such as: current financial information, historical payment experience, credit documentation, public information, and current economic trends, among other factors. The Company analyzes loans individually by classifying the loans as to credit risk. This analysis is performed on an annual basis. The Company uses the following definitions for risk ratings:

Special Mention. Loans classified as special mention have a potential weakness that deserves management’s close attention. If left uncorrected, these potential weaknesses may result in deterioration of the repayment prospects for the loan or of the institution’s credit position at some future date.

Substandard. Loans classified as substandard are inadequately protected by the current net worth and paying capacity of the obligor or of the collateral pledged, if any. Loans so classified have a well-defined weakness or weaknesses that jeopardize the liquidation of the debt. They are characterized by the distinct possibility that the institution will sustain some loss if the deficiencies are not corrected.

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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

5. Loans receivable (continued)

Doubtful. Loans classified as doubtful have all the weaknesses inherent in those classified as substandard, with the added characteristic that the weaknesses make collection or liquidation in full, on the basis of currently existing facts, conditions and values, highly questionable and improbable.

Loans not meeting the criteria above that are analyzed individually as part of the above-described process are considered to be pass rated loans. Loans listed that are not rated are included in groups of homogeneous loans and are evaluated for credit quality based on performing status. See the aging of past due loan table above. As of December 31, 2011, and based on the most recent analysis performed, the risk category of loans by class of loans is as follows:

(in thousands)	Pass		Special Mention		Substandard		Doubtful		Not rated

Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	—	$	64	$	2,561	$	—	$	153,321
Multi-family		7,434		—		2,184		—		—
Construction		217		—		—		—		—
Nonresidential real estate and land		11,382		272		—		—		—
Loans on deposits		—		—		—		—		2,369
Consumer and other		—		—		—		—		5,066

At June 30, 2011, the risk category of loans by class of loans was as follows:

(in thousands)	Pass		Special Mention		Substandard		Doubtful		Not rated

Residential real estate:
One- to four-family	$	—	$	67	$	2,180	$	—	$	156,574
Multi-family		4,504		—		—		—		—
Construction		1,062		—		—		—		—
Nonresidential real estate and land		11,943		268		—		—		—
Loans on deposits		—		—		—		—		2,405
Consumer and other		—		—		—		—		4,824

6. Commitments

As of December 31, 2011, loan commitments and unused lines of credit totaled $8.7 million, which included $1,000 in undisbursed construction loans, $432,000 in one- to four-family mortgage loans, and $8.3 million in lines of credit secured by equity in real property.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

7. Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities

ASC topic 820 defines fair value as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. ASC topic 820 also establishes a fair value hierarchy which requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The standard describes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value:

Level 1 - Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.

Level 2 - Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in active markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities.

Level 3 – Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities.

Following is a description of the valuation methodologies used for instruments measured at fair value, as well as the general classification of such instruments pursuant to the valuation hierarchy.

Securities

Where quoted market prices are available in an active market, securities are classified within Level 1 of the valuation hierarchy. If quoted market prices are not available, then fair values are estimated by using pricing models, quoted prices of securities with similar characteristics. Level 2 securities include agency mortgage-backed securities.

Impaired Loans

The fair value of impaired loans with specific allocations of the allowance for loan losses is generally based on recent independent real estate appraisals. These appraisals may utilize a single valuation approach or a combination of approaches including comparable sales and the income approach. Adjustments are routinely made in the appraisal process by the appraisers to adjust for difference between the comparable sales and income data available. Such adjustments are usually significant and typically result in a Level 3 classification of the inputs for determining fair value. Independent appraisals for collateral-dependendent loans are updated periodically (usually every 9-12 months).

Other Real Estate

Nonrecurring adjustments to real estate properties classified as other real estate owned (“OREO”) are measured at fair value, less costs to sell. Fair values are based on recent real estate appraisals. These appraisals may use a single valuation approach or a combination of approaches including comparable sales and the income approach. Adjustments are routinely made in the appraisal process by the independent appraisers to adjust for differences between the comparable sales and income data available. Such adjustments are usually significant and typically result in a Level 3 classification of the inputs for determining fair value.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

7. Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

Financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized below:

			Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2011
			(in thousands)
			Quotes Prices
			in Active		Significant
			Markets for		Other		Significant
			Identical		Observable		Unobservable
			Assets		Inputs		Inputs
Description	Total		(Level 1)		(Level 2)		(Level 3)

Agency mortgage-backed: residential	$	194	$	-	$	194	$	-
U.S. Treasury Note	$	12,500	$	12,500	$	-	$	-

Fair Value Measurements at June 30, 2011

(in thousands)

Quotes Prices

in Active

Significant

Markets for

Other

Significant

Identical

Observable

Unobservable

Assets

Inputs

Description

Total

(Level 1)

(Level 2)

(Level 3)

Agency mortgage-backed: residential

203

Assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis are summarized below:

Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2011

(in thousands)

Quotes Prices

in Active

Significant

Markets for

Other

Significant

Identical

Observable

Unobservable

Assets

Inputs

Description

Total

(Level 1)

(Level 2)

(Level 3)

Impaired Loans: One- to four-family

1,064

Other real estate owned, net

One- to four-family

475

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

7. Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

Impaired loans with allocated allowance for loan losses had a carrying amount of $1.157 million and a specific valuation allowance of $93,000 at December 31, 2011. A specific allowance provision of $41,000 was made for the three month period ended December 31, 2011. Other real estate owned measured at fair value less costs to sell, had a carrying amount of $475,000, after a write-down of $48,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2011.

			Fair Value Measurements at June 30, 2011
			(in thousands)
			Quotes Prices
			in Active		Significant
			Markets for		Other		Significant
			Identical		Observable		Unobservable
			Assets		Inputs		Inputs
	Total		(Level 1)		(Level 2)		(Level 3)

Impaired Loans: One- to four-family	$	1,033	$	-	$	-	$	1,033
Other real estate owned, net
One- to four-family		126		-		-		126
Multi-family		186		-		-		186

Impaired loans with allocated allowance for loan losses had a carrying amount of $1.1 million, with a valuation allowance of $55,000 at June 30, 2011. A specific provision for loan losses of $187,000 was included for the year ended june 30, 2011. Other real estate owned measured at fair value less costs to sell, had a carrying amount of $312,000, after a write-down of $71,000 for the year ended June 30, 2011.

The following table is a disclosure of the fair value of financial instruments, both assets and liabilities, whether or not recognized in the consolidated statement of financial condition, for which it is practicable to estimate that value. For financial instruments where quoted market prices are not available, fair values are based on estimates using present value and other valuation methods.

The methods used are greatly affected by the assumptions applied, including the discount rate and estimates of future cash flows. Therefore, the fair values presented may not represent amounts that could be realized in an exchange for certain financial instruments.

The following methods were used to estimate the fair value of all other financial instruments at December 31, 2011 and June 30, 2011:

Cash and cash equivalents and interest-bearing deposits: The carrying amounts presented in the consolidated statements of financial condition for cash and cash equivalents are deemed to approximate fair value.

Held-to-maturity securities: For held-to-maturity securities, fair value is estimated by using pricing models, quoted price of securities with similar characteristics, which is level 2 pricing for the other securities.


		Loans held for sale: Loans originated and intended for sale in the secondary market are determined by FHLB pricing schedules.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

7. Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

Loans: The loan portfolio has been segregated into categories with similar characteristics, such as one- to four-family residential, multi-family residential and nonresidential real estate. These loan categories were further delineated into fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loans. The fair values for the resultant loan categories were computed via discounted cash flow analysis, using current interest rates offered for loans with similar terms to borrowers of similar credit quality. For loans on deposit accounts and consumer and other loans, fair values were deemed to equal the historic carrying values.

Federal Home Loan Bank stock: It is not practicable to determine the fair value of FHLB stock due to restrictions placed on its transferability.

Accrued interest receivable: The carrying amount is the estimated fair value.

Deposits: The fair value of NOW accounts, passbook accounts, and money market deposits are deemed to approximate the amount payable on demand. Fair values for fixed-rate certificates of deposit have been estimated using a discounted cash flow calculation using the interest rates currently offered for deposits of similar remaining maturities.

Federal Home Loan Bank advances: The fair value of these advances is estimated using the rates currently offered for similar advances of similar remaining maturities or, when available, quoted market prices.

Advances by borrowers for taxes and insurance and accrued interest payable: The carrying amount presented in the consolidated statement of financial condition is deemed to approximate fair value.

Commitments to extend credit: For fixed-rate and adjustable-rate loan commitments, the fair value estimate considers the difference between current levels of interest rates and committed rates. The fair value of outstanding loan commitments at December 31, 2011 and June 30, 2011, was not material.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)

December 31, 2011

(unaudited)

7. Disclosures About Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities (continued)

Based on the foregoing methods and assumptions, the carrying value and fair value of the Company’s financial instruments at December 31, 2011 and June 30, 2011 are as follows:

	December 31, 2011				June 30, 2011
	Carrying		Fair		Carrying		Fair
	Value		value		value		value
		(In Thousands)
Financial assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$	4,158	$	4,158	$	5,049	$	5,049
Interest-earning deposits		100		100		100		100
Available-for-sale securities		12,694		12,694		203		203
Held-to-maturity securities		5,760		6,173		6,810		7,257
Loans held for sale		—		—		—		—
Loans receivable - net		184,045		191,666		182,796		190,183
Federal Home Loan Bank stock		5,641		n/a		5,641		n/a
Accrued interest receivable		504		504		538		538

Financial liabilities
Deposits	$	136,595	$	138,071	$	139,940	$	141,408
Federal Home Loan Bank advances		38,715		37,925		25,261		23,797
Advances by borrowers for taxes and insurance		141		141		471		471
Accrued interest payable		82		82		91		91

8. Subsequent events

On November 3, 2011, the Company announced that it had signed a definitive merger agreement with CKF Bancorp, Inc., (“CKF Bancorp”) the holding company for Central Kentucky Federal Savings Bank. At September 30, 2011, CKF Bancorp had assets of $131.1 million, including loans of $109.0 million (net of $1.7 million in allowance for loan losses) and deposits of $103.5 million. The consideration to be given includes both cash and the Company’s common stock. The completion of the merger is subject to approval of the shareholders of CKF Bancorp and receipt of regulatory approvals. The transaction is expected to be closed in the third quarter of 2012.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

ITEM 2: MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this report that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that are subject to certain risks and uncertainties. When used herein, the terms “anticipates,” “plans,” “expects,” “believes,” and similar expressions as they relate to Kentucky First Federal Bancorp or its management are intended to identify such forward looking statements. Kentucky First Federal Bancorp’s actual results, performance or achievements may materially differ from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Risks and uncertainties that could cause or contribute to such material differences include, but are not limited to, general economic conditions, prices for real estate in the Company’s market areas, interest rate environment, competitive conditions in the financial services industry, changes in law, governmental policies and regulations, rapidly changing technology affecting financial services and the other matters mentioned in Item 1A of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2011.

Pending Merger

On November 3, 2011, the Company announced that it had signed a definitive merger agreement with CKF Bancorp, Inc. At September 30, 2011, CKF Bancorp had assets of $131.1 million, including loans of $109.0 million (net of $1.7 million in allowance for loan losses) and deposits of $103.5 million. The consideration to be given includes both cash and the Company’s common stock. The completion of the merger is subject to approval of the shareholders of CKF Bancorp and receipt of regulatory approvals. The transaction is expected to be closed in the third quarter of 2012.

On December 7, 2011, CKF Bancorp stockholders filed putative class action lawsuits on behalf of CKF Bancorp stockholders in the Boyle Circuit Court against CKF Bancorp, the CKF Bancorp board and Kentucky First Federal Bancorp. The cases are captioned Cassidy, et. al. v. CKF Bancorp, Inc., et al., Civ. Act. No. 11-C1-587 and DeMartini, et al. v. CKF Bancorp, Inc., et al., Civ. Act. No. 11-C1-588. Each complaint alleges that the CKF board breached its fiduciary duties by approving the merger agreement because the merger consideration is inadequate, the CKF Bancorp directors failed to conduct a thorough and proper sales process to maximize stockholder value and the transaction unfairly benefits the CKF Bancorp board to the disadvantage of the CKF Bancorp stockholders. The complaints also allege that Kentucky First Federal Bancorp aided and abetted the CKF Bancorp board’s breach of fiduciary duties. CKF Bancorp and Kentucky First Federal Bancorp believe both complaints to be without merit and intend to vigorously defend against these claims.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

ITEM 2: MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

Average Balance Sheets

The following table represents the average balance sheets for the six month periods ended December 31, 2011 and 2010, along with the related calculations of tax-equivalent net interest income, net interest margin and net interest spread for the related periods.

	Six Months Ended December 31,
	2011								2010
				Interest								Interest
	Average			And		Yield/			Average			And		Yield/
	Balance			Dividends		Cost			Balance			Dividends		Cost
	(Dollars in thousands)
Interest-earning assets:

Loans	$	184,741		$	4,936		5.34	%	$	190,924		$	5,159		5.40	%
Mortgage-backed securities		6,583			139		4.22			9,102			193		4.24
Other securities		372			1		0.54			1,535			1		0.13
Other interest-earning assets		11,056			112		2.03			13,168			119		1.81
Total interest-earning assets		202,752			5,188		5.12			214,729			5,472		5.10

Less: Allowance for loan losses		(764	)							(1,526	)
Non-interest-earning assets		24,810								24,405
Total assets	$	226,798							$	237,608
Interest-bearing liabilities:
Demand deposits	$	12,758		$	16		0.25	%	$	13,712		$	49		0.71	%
Savings		35,656			150		0.84			29,626			150		1.01
Certificates of deposit		90,992			721		1.58			100,973			1,221		2.42
Total deposits		139,406			887		1.27			144,311			1,420		1.97
Borrowings		25,212			311		2.47			32,506			404		2.49
Total interest-bearing liabilities		164,618			1,198		1.46			176,817			1,824		2.06
Noninterest-Bearing demand deposits		1,129								972
Noninterest-bearing liabilities		2,363								2,303
Total liabilities		168,110								180,092
Shareholders’ equity		58,688								57,516
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity	$	226,798							$	237,608
Net interest income/average yield				$	3,990		3.66	%				$	3,648		3.04	%
Net interest margin							3.94	%							3.40	%
Average interest-earning assets to
average interest-bearing liabilities							123.17	%							121.44	%

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

Average Balance Sheets (continued)

The following table represents the average balance sheets for the three month periods ended December 31, 2011 and 2010, along with the related calculations of tax-equivalent net interest income, net interest margin and net interest spread for the related periods.

	Three Months Ended December 31,
	2011								2010
				Interest								Interest
	Average			And		Yield/			Average			And		Yield/
	Balance			Dividends		Cost			Balance			Dividends		Cost
	(Dollars in thousands)
Interest-earning assets:

Loans	$	185,027		$	2,470		5.34	%	$	190,830		$	2,577		5.40	%
Mortgage-backed securities		6,349			67		4.22			8,742			93		4.26
Other securities		643			1		0.62			2,969			1		0.14
Other interest-earning assets		10,259			56		2.18			12,277			55		1.79
Total interest-earning assets		202,278			2,594		5.13			214,818			2,726		5.08

Less: Allowance for loan losses		(764	)							(1,520	)
Non-interest-earning assets		24,706								24,542
Total assets	$	226,220							$	237,840
Interest-bearing liabilities:
Demand deposits	$	13,069		$	6		0.18	%	$	14,205		$	24		0.68	%
Savings		36,086			61		0.68			29,688			75		1.01
Certificates of deposit		89,633			336		1.50			100,668			582		2.31
Total deposits		138,788			403		1.16			144,561			681		1.88
Borrowings		25,328			151		2.38			32,475			161		1.98
Total interest-bearing liabilities		164,116			554		1.35			177,036			842		1.90
Noninterest-Bearing demand deposits		1,082								985
Noninterest-bearing liabilities		2,234								2,278
Total liabilities		167,432								180,299
Shareholders’ equity		58,788								57,541
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity	$	226,220							$	237,840
Net interest income/average yield				$	2,040		3.78	%				$	1,884		3.18	%
Net interest margin							4.03	%							3.51	%
Average interest-earning assets to
average interest-bearing liabilities							123.25	%							121.34	%

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

Discussion of Financial Condition Changes from June 30, 2011 to December 31, 2011

Assets: At December 31, 2011, the Company’s assets totaled $236.4 million, an increase of $10.3 million, or 4.6%, from total assets at June 30, 2011. This increase was attributed primarily to an increase in securities available-for-sale.

Cash and cash equivalents: Cash and cash equivalents decreased by $891,000 to $4.2 million at December 31, 2011. It is management’s preference to deploy excess liquidity into mortgage loans and investment securities to the extent possible, while maintaining adequate liquidity at all times.

Loans: Loans receivable, net, increased by $1.2 million to $184.0 million at December 31, 2011, primarily as a result of loans made on sale of real estate acquired through foreclosure and loans made on multi-family property. Included in loans was a $2.2 million loan made on property formerly held in other real estate, which had $650,000 in deferred revenue at December 31, 2011. Also included in loans at December 31, 2011, was approximately $3.1 million in loans made on 98 residential rental units. These transactions are primarily responsible for the increase in the multi-family loan segment of our loan portfolio. Management continues to look for high-quality loans to add to its portfolio and will continue to emphasize loan originations to the extent that it is profitable and prudent. However, loan demand has weakened as a result of the downturn in the economy and we expect to see a continued decrease in demand for home loans until the housing market regains a stronger footing.

Non-Performing Loans: At December 31, 2011, the Company had non-performing loans (loans 90 or more days past due or on nonaccrual status) of approximately $1.8 million, or 1.0% of total loans, compared to $876,000 or 0.5%, of total loans at June 30, 2011. The Company’s allowance for loan losses totaled $842,000 at $764,000 at December 31, and June 30, 2011, respectively. The allowance for loan losses at December 31, 2011, represented 45.7% of nonperforming loans and 0.46% of total loans, while at June 30, 2011, the allowance represented 87.2% of nonperforming loans and 0.4% of total loans. What appears to be a deterioration in nonperforming loans was actually a return to the nonperforming loan level the Company experienced at March 31, 2011. At March 31, 2011 the allowance represented 12.2% of nonperforming loans and 0.4% of total loans. Many of the single family, owner-occupied borrowers who had non-performing loans at March 31, 2011, improved performance in the quarter ended June 30, 2011, but returned to poorly performing in the quarter ended September 30, 2011, and have remained poorly performing in the recently ended quarter.

The Company had $7.4 million in assets classified as substandard for regulatory purposes at December 31, 2011, including loans ($4.7 million) and real estate owned (“REO”) ($2.6 million). Classified loans as a percentage of total loans was 2.6% and 3.7% at December 31, 2011 and June 30, 2011, respectively. All substandard loans were secured by residential property on which the Banks have priority lien position. The table below summarizes substandard loans and negative escrows on those loans at December 31, 2011, and June 30, 2011:

	December 31, 2011				June 30, 2011
	Number				Number
	of		Carrying		of		Carrying
	Loans		Value		Loans		Value
One- to four-family		47	$	2,561		26	$	1,627
Multi-family		2		2,184		1		641
Total substandard loans		49	$	4,745		27	$	2,268

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

Discussion of Financial Condition Changes from June 30, 2011 to December 31, 2011 (continued)

At December 31 2011, and June 30, 2011, the Company had $336,000 and $335,000 of loans classified as special mention, respectively. This category includes assets which do not currently expose us to a sufficient degree of risk to warrant classification, but do possess credit deficiencies or potential weaknesses deserving our close attention. At December 31, 2011, no loans were classified as doubtful or loss for regulatory purposes. For further information on non-performing loans see “Note 6. Loans Receivable” of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements set forth in Item 1, above.

The following table presents the aggregate carrying value of REO at December 31, 2011, and June 30, 2011:

	December 31, 2011				June 30, 2011
	Number		Aggregate		Number		Aggregate
	of		Carrying		of		Carrying
	Properties		Value		Properties		Value

Single-family homes		8	$	774		43	$	2,448
2-4family properties		13		1,607		13		1,607
Multi-family		1		234		1		234
Building lot		1		15		1		15
Total other real estate owned		23	$	2,630		58	$	4,304

Securities: At December 31, 2011, the Company’s investment securities had increased $11.4 million or 163.1% to $18.5 million, due primarily to the purchase of a U.S. Treasury note during the quarter just ended. Shortly after the quarter-ended December 31, 2011, the Company’s $12.5 million short-term investment in the U.S. Treasury note matured and the short-term FHLB advance used to finance the investment was repaid.

Liabilities: At December 31, 2011, the Company’s liabilities totaled $177.5 million, an increase of $10.0 million, or 6.0%, from total liabilities at June 30, 2011. The increase in liabilities was attributed primarily to an $13.5 million, or 53.3%, increase in Federal Home Loan Bank advances. Advances increased to $38.7 million at December 31, 2011. The Company plans to repay a significant portion of short-term advances with proceeds from its U.S. Treasury note, which matures in February, 2012.

Shareholders’ Equity: At December 31, 2011, the Company’s shareholders’ equity totaled $59.0 million, an increase of $284,000 or 0.5% from the June 30, 2011 total.

The Company paid dividends of $567,000 or 70.0% of net income for the six-month period just ended. First Federal MHC has waived its right to dividends on its common shares of the Company. The Company believes that a strong dividend is appropriate in light of the high level of capital that both banks now have. At December 31, 2011, capital on a consolidated basis and at each of the banks exceeded the level necessary to be considered “well capitalized” and was sufficient, in management’s opinion, to support foreseeable growth. Management cannot speculate on future dividend levels. Various factors, including capital levels, income levels, liquidity levels, regulatory requirements and overall financial condition of the Company are considered before dividends are declared. However, management continues to believe that a strong dividend is consistent with the Company’s long-term capital management strategy. See “Risk Factors” in Part II, Item 1A, herein for additional discussion regarding dividends.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

Comparison of Operating Results for the Six-Month Periods Ended December 31, 2011 and 2010

General

Net income totaled $809,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2011, an increase of $52,000 from net income of $757,000 for the same period in 2010. The increase was primarily attributable to higher net interest income.

Net Interest Income

Net interest income after provision for loan losses increased $328,000 or 9.2% to $3.9 million for the six-month period ended December 31, 2011, from $3.6 million for the 2010 period, due to interest expense decreasing at a faster pace than interest income. Interest income decreased by $284,000, or 5.2%, to $5.2 million, while interest expense decreased $626,000 or 34.3% to $1.2 million for the six months ended December 31, 2011. Net interest margin increased from 3.40% for the six months ended December 31, 2010 to 3.94% for the recently ended period. Net interest margin also increased from 3.51% for the prior year quarterly period to 4.03% for the quarter ended December 31, 2011.

Interest income on loans decreased $223,000 or 4.3% to $4.9 million, due primarily to a decrease in the average outstanding balance of the loan portfolio. The average balance of loans outstanding for the six-month period ended December 31, 2011, decreased $6.2 million or 3.2% to an average of $184.7 million for the six months just ended, while the average rate earned decreased 6 basis points to 5.34% for the period just ended. Interest income on mortgage-backed residential securities decreased $54,000 or 28.0% to $139,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2011. The decrease in the income from securities was related to reduced volume, as securities matured and principal from mortgage-backed securities flowed back to the Company. There were no sales of investments during the six-month period just ended.

Interest expense on deposits and borrowings both declined period to period. Interest expense on deposits decreased $533,000 or 37.5% to $887,000 for the six-month period ended December 31, 2011, while interest expense on borrowings declined $93,000 or 23.0% to $311,000 for the same period. The decline in interest expense on deposits was attributed primarily to a reduction in the average rate paid on the deposits. The average rate paid on deposits decreased 70 basis points to 1.27% for the most recent period, while the average balance of deposits decreased $4.9 million or 3.4% to $139.4 million. The decline in interest expense on borrowings was attributed primarily to a lower amount of borrowings outstanding, which declined $7.3 million to $25.2 million for the most recent period, while the average rate paid on borrowings decreased 2 basis points to 2.47% for the recently ended six-month period. If the general level of interest rates remains steady, we expect to see our time deposits continue to reprice to lower levels, although the rate of repricing will decline over time. Our adjustable rate loans have rate floors, which are set at 50 basis points lower than the origination interest rate. At December 31, 2011, adjustable rate loans made up approximately 68% of our real estate loan portfolio. The decline in deposit repricing will likely cause the increase in our net interest margin to plateau.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

Comparison of Operating Results for the Six-Month Periods Ended December 31, 2011 and 2010 (continued)

Provision for Losses on Loans

The Company charges a provision for losses on loans to earnings to bring the total allowance for loan losses to a level considered appropriate by management based on historical experience, the volume and type of lending conducted by the Banks, the status of past due principal and interest payments, general economic conditions, particularly as such conditions relate to the Banks’ market areas and other factors related to the collectibility of the Banks’ loan portfolio. The Company recorded a provision of $82,000 for losses on loans during the six months ended December 31, 2011, compared to a provision of $68,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2010. There can be no assurance that the loan loss allowance will be adequate to absorb unidentified losses on loans in the portfolio, which could adversely affect the Company’s results of operations.

Non-interest Income

Non-interest income totaled $57,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2011, a decrease of $97,000 from the same period in 2010, primarily as a result of a decrease of $69,000 in net gains on sales of loans. Also contributing to the decline in non-interest income were losses recognized on the sale of OREO and a charge on the decline in value of OREO property held at December 31, 2011. A loss of $13,000 was recognized on the sale of OREO during the current period, while impairment charges totaled $48,000 for OREO.

Non-interest Expense

Non-interest expense totaled $2.8 million for the six months ended December 31, 2011, an increase of $152,000, or 5.8%, compared to the same period in 2010. The increase was due primarily to an increase in legal and other outside service expense, which increased chiefly because of the Company’s agreement of merger with CKF Bancorp, Inc., which was announced on November 3, 2011. Outside service fees totaled $189,000 for the recently-ended period compared to $67,000 for the prior year period, a $122,000 or 182.1% increase. Legal fees totaled $192,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2011, an increase of $123,000 or 178.3% over the prior year.

Federal Income Tax Expense (Benefit)

Federal income taxes expense totaled $396,000 for the six months ended December 31, 2011, an increase of $27,000, compared to federal income tax expense recognized in the prior year period. The effective tax rates were 32.9% and 32.8% for the six-month periods ended December 31, 2011 and 2010, respectively.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

Comparison of Operating Results for the Three-Month Periods Ended December 31, 2011 and 2010

General

Net income totaled $388,000 for the three months ended December 31, 2011, a decrease of $36,000 from net income of $424,000 for the same period in 2010. The decrease was primarily attributable to higher non-interest expense and higher provision for loan losses.

Net Interest Income

Net interest income after provision for loan losses increased $117,000 or 6.4% to $1.9 million for the three-month period ended December 31, 2011, from $1.8 million for the 2010 period, due to interest expense decreasing at a faster pace than interest income. Interest income decreased by $132,000, or 4.8%, to $2.6 million, while interest expense decreased $288,000 or 34.2% to $554,000 for the three months ended December 31, 2011

Interest income on loans decreased $107,000 or 4.2% to $2.5 million, due primarily to a decrease in the average outstanding balance of the loan portfolio. The average balance of loans outstanding for the three-month period ended December 31, 2011, decreased $5.8 million or 3.0% to an average of $185.0 million for the three months just ended, due primarily to loan payoffs due to refinancing, while the average rate earned decreased 6 basis points to 5.34% for the period just ended. Interest income on mortgage-backed residential securities decreased $26,000 or 28.0% to $67,000 for the three months ended December 31, 2011. The decrease in the income from securities was related to reduced volume, as securities matured and principal from mortgage-backed securities flowed back to the Company. There were no sales of investments during the three-month period just ended.

Interest expense on deposits and borrowings both declined period to period. Interest expense on deposits decreased $278,000 or 40.8% to $403,000 for the three-month period ended December 31, 2011, while interest expense on borrowings declined $10,000 or 6.2% to $161,000 for the same period. The decline in interest expense on deposits was attributed primarily to a reduction in the average rate paid on the deposits. The average rate paid on deposits decreased 72 basis points to 1.16% for the most recent period, while the average balance of deposits decreased $5.8 million or 4.0% to $138.8 million. The decline in interest expense on borrowings was attributed primarily to a lower amount of borrowings outstanding, which declined $7.1 million to $25.3 million for the most recent period, while the average rate paid on borrowings increased 40 basis points to 2.38% for the recently ended three-month period, due primarily to lower amortization of premium associated with FHLB advances acquired in its 2005 merger.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION

AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)

Comparison of Operating Results for the Three-Month Periods Ended December 31, 2011 and 2010 (continued)

Provision for Losses on Loans

The Company recorded a provision of $82,000 for losses on loans during the three months ended December 31, 2011, compared to a provision of $43,000 for the three months ended December 31, 2010. There can be no assurance that the loan loss allowance will be adequate to absorb unidentified losses on loans in the portfolio, which could adversely affect the Company’s results of operations.

Non-interest Income

Non-interest income totaled $31,000 for the three months ended December 31, 2011, a decrease of $43,000 from the same period in 2010, primarily as a result of a decrease of $41,000 in net gains on sales of loans. Also contributing to the decline in non-interest income were charges on the decline in value of OREO property. An impairment charge of $38,000 was recorded during the quarter ended December 31, 2011.

Non-interest Expense

Non-interest expense totaled $1.4 million for the three months ended December 31, 2011, an increase of $129,000, or 10.1%, compared to the same period in 2010. The increase was due primarily to an increase in legal, and other outside service expense, which increased chiefly because of the Company’s recently announced agreement for merger. Outside service fees totaled $113,000 for the recently-ended quarter compared to $34,000 for the prior year period, a $79,000 or 232.4% increase. Legal fees totaled $131,000 for the three months ended December 31, 2011, an increase of $94,000 or 254.1% over the prior year.

Federal Income Tax Expense (Benefit)

Federal income taxes expense totaled $190,000 for the three months ended December 31, 2011, a decrease of $19,000, compared to federal income tax expense recognized in the prior year period. The effective tax rates were 32.9% and 33.0% for the three-month periods ended December 31, 2011 and 2010, respectively.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

ITEM 3: Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

This item is not applicable as the Company is a smaller reporting company.

ITEM 4: Controls and Procedures

The Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have evaluated the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined under Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based upon that evaluation and a material weakness identified as of June 30, 2011 (see Item 9A of the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2011 filed September 28, 2011), the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were ineffective. In response to the material weakness the Company is working to revise its procedures. Notwithstanding the evaluation and initiation of these remediation actions, the material weakness in our internal controls over financial reporting will not be considered remediated until the new controls are fully implemented, in operation for a sufficient period of time, tested, and concluded by management to be operating effectively.

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

PART II

ITEM 1.

Legal Proceedings

Not applicable.

ITEM 1A.

Risk Factors

The risk factor set forth below supplements the risks and uncertainties to which our financial condition and operations are subject, which risk factors are discussed in detail in Item 1A of Part I of the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Kentucky First Federal Bancorp for the year ended June 30, 2011.

The amount of dividends we pay on our common stock, if any, may be limited by the ability of First Federal, MHC to waive receipt of dividends.

First Federal, MHC (the “MHC”) owns approximately 61.1% of the Company’s outstanding stock. As a result, when and if the Company pays dividends to its shareholders, it also is required to pay dividends to the MHC unless the MHC is permitted by its federal regulator to waive the receipt of dividends. Historically, the MHC’s federal regulator has permitted the MHC to waive its right to dividends declared by the Company on the shares that it owns. The MHC has received the approval of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (the “Federal Reserve Board”) to waive dividends paid by the Company for the quarters ended September 30, 2011, December 31, 2011. It is expected that the MHC will continue to waive future dividends, except to the extent dividends are needed to fund the MHC’s continuing operations, and subject to the ability of the MHC to obtain regulatory approval in the future of its requests to waive dividends.

The Federal Reserve Board has adopted an interim final rule which requires the MHC to notify the Federal Reserve Board if it proposes to waive receipt of dividends from the Company. In addition, the interim final rule also requires that the MHC obtain the approval of a majority of the eligible votes of members of the MHC (generally Bank depositors) before it can waive dividends. For a grandfathered company such as the MHC that waived dividends prior to December 1, 2009, the Federal Reserve Board may not object to a dividend waiver request if the board of directors of the mutual holding company expressly determines that a waiver of the dividend is consistent with its fiduciary duties to members and the waiver would not be detrimental to the safe and sound operation of the savings association subsidiaries of the holding company. The Federal Reserve Board’s interim final rule regarding dividend waiver requests is subject to comment and there can be no assurances as to the form of the final dividend waiver regulations or the effect of such regulations on the MHC’s ability to waive dividends.

While the MHC is grandfathered for purposes of the Federal Reserve Board dividend waiver regulations, we cannot predict whether the Federal Reserve Board will grant dividend waiver requests in the future and, if it were to grant such waiver requests, we cannot predict the nature of conditions, if any, the Federal Reserve Board may place on future dividend waiver requests. The denial of a dividend waiver request or the imposition of burdensome conditions on an approval of a waiver request may significantly limit the amount of dividends the Company pays in the future, if any.

ITEM 2.

Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

(c) The following table sets forth information regarding Company’s repurchases of its common stock during the quarter ended December 31, 2011.

					Total # of
			Average		shares purchased		Maximum # of shares
	Total		price paid		as part of publicly		that may yet be
	# of shares		per share		announced plans		purchased under
Period	purchased		(incl commissions)		or programs		the plans or programs

October 1-31, 2011		—	$	—		—		92,500
November 1-30, 2011		—	$	—		—		92,500
December 1-31, 2011		5,000	$	9.02		5,000		87,500

(1) On May 14, 2010, the Company announced the completion of the stock repurchase program begun on October 17, 2008 and initiated another program for the repurchase of up to 150,000 shares of its Common Stock

ITEM 3.

Defaults Upon Senior Securities

Not applicable.

ITEM 4.

Mine Safety Disclosures.

Not applicable.

ITEM 5.

Other Information

None.

ITEM 6.	Exhibits

	3.1¹	Charter of Kentucky First Federal Bancorp
	3.2	Bylaws of Kentucky First Federal Bancorp, as amended and restated
	4.1¹	Specimen Stock Certificate of Kentucky First Federal Bancorp
	31.1	CEO Certification Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
	31.2	CFO Certification Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
	32.1	CEO Certification Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
	32.2	CFO Certification Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

⁽¹⁾

Incorporated herein by reference to the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-119041).

Kentucky First Federal Bancorp

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

		KENTUCKY FIRST FEDERAL BANCORP

Date:	February 14, 2012	By:	/s/Tony D. Whitaker
			Tony D. Whitaker
			Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

Date:	February 14, 2012	By:	/s/R. Clay Hulette
			R. Clay Hulette
			Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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