NCUA Approves HEW Federal Credit Union to Serve the City of Washington, D.C., Credit Union expansion into the Underserved parts of the city begins

3/15/2004
NCUA Approves HEW Federal Credit Union to Serve the City of Washington, D.C., Credit Union expansion into the Underserved parts of the city begins

Alexandria, Virginia March 15, 2004   Washington, D.C. and its 570,000 residents now have new choices when it comes to financial management, savings, loans, and checking accounts. HEW Federal Credit Union (HEWFCU), a credit union founded in 1936 to serve employees of the Social Security Board, is expanding its presence in Washington, D.C. and looks forward to serving many of Washington's residents and workers, especially those east of the river. According to the November 2003 approval of the National Credit Union Administration, HEW Federal Credit Union may now enroll and serve anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Washington, D.C. as part of its efforts to provide additional choices for individuals in "underserved" or "under-banked" areas.

If you meet any of the following conditions, you are eligible to become a member of HEW Federal Credit Union: Live within the borders of the city of Washington, D.C.     ( See if your neighborhood qualifies!) Work on a regular basis within the borders of Washington, D.C.     (must have a paystub or W2 as proof of D.C. employment) Worship on a regular basis within the borders of the city of Washington, D.C.     (must have proof that you are a member of a D.C. Congregation such as a church bulletin, donation letter, or church envelope) Attend school on a regular basis within the borders of the city of Washington, D.C.     (must have a valid school ID or recent tuition bill) Once you meet the requirements, you and your family are eligible to become members of HEW Federal Credit Union! Fabulous! To begin membership do one of the following: Complete the Membership Application. Call Member Services at 202-488-5400. Visit the nearest HEWFCU Branch.

 

HEWFCU is looking forward to bringing a full array of financial services and financial education programs to the various communities east of the river and the greater Washington, D.C. area and putting the credit union philosophy of  "people helping people" into practice there. In its research of the District of Columbia market in preparation of its NCUA application, HEWFCU found many neighborhoods and their residents were sorely in need of competitive and "member friendly" loans and other financial services. "We are thrilled to be granted the approval to serve all of Washington, D.C.," said Kathleen O. Geary, President of HEWFCU, "and we will look to make a positive influence in the communities we will be serving."  Geary went on to say, "Our plans call for us to truly become a part of the communities within Washington, not only with our facilities, but also with our programs, employees, education and community involvement." The Credit Union's mission to "Exceed our members' expectations in our commitment to their financial success' is further testament to its commitment to serve the needs of its vast and expanding membership. HEW Federal Credit Union offers a vast array of financial services, including savings, checking, and loans as well as IRAs, Certificates, On-line banking and electronic bill payment.
 

Contact Information
Brian T. O?Sullivan
Marketing Director
HEW Federal Credit Union
202.488.5400 ext. 7067
[email protected]