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Member Appreciation Month
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14 September 2021
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11 October 2021
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Members Love Lafayette Federal

"Effectively provides for our financial services needs."
— Kenneth M.
I joined LFCU in 1976, upon coming to USAID, and was fortunate to win the top door prize in the first annual meeting I attended, in 1977. Since draft accounts were first offered in 1981, I direct deposited my salary check until I retired, and we now have ... continue reading
"Personalized customer service is bar none."
— Doreen C.
I have been banking with LFCU since the early 1990s. I've had two (2) mortgages with them, as well as, two (2) personal loans, and a credit card. Their interest rates are lower than most banks, if not all, and the personalized customer service is bar none... continue reading
"LFCU has been a lifesaver."
— Rumu S.
LFCU has been a lifesaver. I originally had a mortgage on my home with Merrill Lynch (ML). Although ML gave me a mortgage, they not only reserved the right to foreclose on the loan if I defaulted, but they also took an additional security interest on my a... continue reading
"Keep up the great and friendly service! "
— Daniel S.
I joined USAID (then AID) in 1963 and in 1964 became a Lafayette member. Lafayette financed our first new car and was our stateside account when we were in India. Later, our savings account with Lafayette provided the down payment on a house, and now our ... continue reading
"LFCU has seen me through overseas assignments."
— Mary O.
I've been a member of LFCU since I joined USAID in 1987 and I plan to remain a member until I die. LFCU has seen me through overseas assignments when we still did business by cable until the present electronic age. They financed my first car and all three... continue reading
"I’ve recommended LFCU to several friends."
— Cynthia M.
I’ve been a happy customer of Lafayette Federal Credit Union for 12 years. I had been banking at [Big Bank] for years, but during the 2008 financial crisis I realized the enormity of their corruption and disregard for their customers. I decided to take my... continue reading
"Lafayette is a perfect match for us!"
— Remodel USA
Lafayette’s values stood out to us from the beginning. We wanted to work with a financial institution that not only rose to the occasion for our business but also one whose community values align with ours. The quality of their business services and finan... continue reading
"Lafayette has taken the stress out of managing our business."
— Bialek's Music LTD
Lafayette has taken the stress out of managing our business through their cash management resource. They have a great suite of products and services that can be completely customized based on a client’s needs. As a long time member I highly recommend them... continue reading
"Thanks LFCU for supporting your members in all their endeavors!"
— Rumu S.
Congratulations LFCU for your 85th anniversary! I became a member when I joined USAID and started an enduring partnership with LFCU. I recently established a DC not-for-profit organization called The Civil Rights Museum Tour of America (CRMTOUR) and LFCU ... continue reading
"Customer service and professionalism."
— Earn Contractors, Inc.
We would recommend Lafayette because of the customer service and professionalism. It doesn't matter what the issue or question is we can always find someone to assist us. If they cannot immediately come up with a solution they will take their time and fin... continue reading
"Long-time member that loves the great service."
— Alonzo F.
I have been a member with LFCU for over 3 decades and the family service has never diminished. I go back to Patrick, Abbey, and Jack Welty who were there from the beginning setting the community banking standards. I vividly remember they were always there... continue reading
"Experienced and prepared to help."
— Davida's Kitchen & Tiles
Aside from the wide variety of services to choose from, Lafayette differentiates itself by the level of service it provides. We are a small business in the Washington, DC area but that in no way defines the manner in which Lafayette serves our needs. We l... continue reading
"Thanks LFCU."
— Sarah B.
My boyfriend started this account back in the 70s! Here we are married 45 years and we still depend on LFCU. Bought the engagement ring, paid for the babies, got the mortgage, enjoying for retirement trips. Thanks LFCU.
"The staff knows me by name."
— Avis B.
It's not about me but it's about you (Lafayette Federal Credit Union Staff)! The warm smiles and the great customer service. Even when I am having a rough day and I go to make my deposits as I am greeted upon my arrival the staff knows me by name and alwa... continue reading
"I am a credit union member for life!"
— Glenn C.
I may be one of the longest active members of LFCU (54 years). I retired from USAID in 1998. That was my first job after leaving the US Army in 1966. Like most young recently married couples, we needed to establish credit. As many may know the Credit Unio... continue reading
"LFCU has supported me and my family."
— Joanne M.
I joined LFCU when I was 16 years old as a dependent of a USAID foreign service officer. I opened my first savings account with money earned from part-time jobs. Since then there have been a lot of firsts with Lafayette including my first checking account... continue reading
"Questions are answered with enthusiasm and expertise."
— Mamma Lucia Italian Restaurant
The staff at Lafayette Federal Credit Union are always available for you. They have been with us every step of operating our business and bend over backwards to make sure what’s needed is done. We love that we know who to call and that our questions are a... continue reading
"Create more opportunity for future growth."
— D&A Contractors LLC
As a small business owner there is one factor that is probably most valuable after money and that’s time. Lafayette understands this and approaches my concerns in a great timely fashion. The service to its members and their time I feel is well considered ... continue reading
"One of the best financial decisions I have ever made."
— Nicole C.
I joined Lafayette Federal Credit Union at a time when I needed them the most. It was smack during the last recession and the Occupy Movement. I had been laid off my position at a nonprofit where I was doing what I love. I was out of work and still wanted... continue reading
"Treated professionally, with courtesy, and with a smile."
— Warren B.
I have been a member for over 24 years at the SBA Financial Service Center at 409 3rd Street SW. Over the years and staff changes, all of whom I've gotten to know and some I have seen since they left the SBA branch, despite the staff changes there is one ... continue reading
"High standard of respect, familiarity, and knowledge."
— Maria S.
Congratulations LFCU on turning 85!! My parents first set me up with a savings account the day I turned 10. Ever since, I have been honored to be a member of LFCU as such a family-oriented bank. All the employees in the branch know me, my mother, and my f... continue reading
"Member of Lafayette Federal for 30 years."
— Linda W.
First of all CONGRATULATIONS to you Lafayette Federal Credit Union! I have been a member of Lafayette Federal Credit Union for approximately 30 years. I have never received anything but professional and sincere service over the years. No matter what my is... continue reading
"Helped to make my business a success."
— Charles Bergen Studios LLC
In 2013 I started my design and public art business. At that time my personal and business finances were intermixed. With its business checking, business credit card and business line of credit LFCU helped me to track my business expenses clearly, gave me... continue reading
"My trusted credit union for the last 34 years."
— Brian R.
Lafayette Federal has been my trusted credit union for the last 34 years, providing for me while I served both overseas and here in the United States! You have helped me to plan for the future, finance mortgages, fund my business start-up, and save for re... continue reading
"The professional staff is always there when I need them."
— Catherine H.
I began my career at SBA on my 21st birthday in 1979. Lucky for all of us at 1441 L St., LFCU was right in our building. I opened my accounts with them and have been a loyal customer throughout my 36 year SBA career and now as a "retiree" living in Florid... continue reading
"The staff was responsive and friendly."
— William E.
I moved to Washington, DC in 1994 to take a position with the Peace Corps. I was so fortunate to learn that Peace Corps staff were eligible to become members of LFCU. After a few years in Washington I was ready to purchase a condo in Arlington and approac... continue reading
"Financial services knowledge and expertise."
— Edith B.
The entire LFCU staff are personable, professional, and exceeds outstanding customer service. For over twenty years, I have been a member and accustom to the professional teams' product and financial services knowledge and expertise. I appreciate the team... continue reading
"Very happy with the customer service, even when I was across the country."
— Richard B.
My Lafayette story started in 1994 when I first joined. I did not know what a credit union was about, but my company offered it as a benefit for my direct deposit paycheck. This allowed me to get my money a few days early. Over the years I have had mortga... continue reading
"I commend the leadership and the staff of LFCU."
— Codjo D.
As you celebrate your 85 year anniversary, I commend the leadership and the staff of LFCU, particularly those I've worked closely with since I became member in 2001. I still remember the face of the young lady called Abbey who welcomed me in her office in... continue reading
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Lafayette Federal Credit Union is one of the premiere financial institutions in the Washington, D.C. area, now serving DXC and CSRA employees. Since our founding in 1935, we have sought to provide our members with a safe and convenient place to save, and to offer loans at rates and terms more favorable than those of other financial institutions. We also work hard to provide top-notch customer service. Contact us to obtain a copy of our Annual Report.

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