Woodbridge, VA, December 21, 2012 ¾ Belvoir Federal Credit Union was recognized by the Virginia Credit Union League’s (VACUL) Northern Virginia (NoVA) Chapter as the Credit Union of the Year for their achievements.
Belvoir Federal was selected as the Credit Union of the Year for their dedication, commitment, and overall support of the NoVA Chapter throughout 2012. Belvoir Federal supported the community and the Credit Union movement as a whole by being involved in the NoVA Chapter’s Executive Board and Legislative Committee, VACUL’s Board of Directors, Community Involvement, Financial Education, Governmental Affairs, Regulatory Response Committee, and the Statewide Awareness of Credit Unions campaign task force.
In addition to these committees, Belvoir Federal was active in the Credit Union Community through the Annual Cherry Blossom Run, serving as Chairman of the Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) Board, partnering with Armed Forces Financial Network to provide donations to the Comfort for America’s Uniformed Services program, and hosting Congressman Gerry Connelly for a visit to discuss legislative issues surrounding credit unions.
Richard Pillow, VACUL President, stated “Congratulations to you, your staff, and Board on the selection of Belvoir Federal as the credit union of the year for the NoVA Chapter. These awards just don't happen and your leadership is the key for Belvoir Federal. Thank you for your support and leadership with the Credit Union National Association, the Virginia Credit Union League, and DCUC.”
“Belvoir Federal is an exemplary financial institution where we utilize our expertise to do the most for our members. We are honored to be recognized with this award,” stated Patricia Kimmel, Belvoir Federal’s CEO.
Belvoir Federal was the first credit union selected for this award and was nominated among the 15 participating Credit Unions in the NoVA Chapter.
About Belvoir Federal Credit Union
Belvoir Federal is a member-owned, full-service financial institution that provides the foundation for the financial success of our Members. Belvoir Federal, a not-for-profit organization, has served the Fort Belvoir and U.S. Armed Forces community since 1946. For more information about Belvoir Federal, please visit www.BelvoirCreditUnion.org.