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Rockville, MD – Lafayette Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the addition of Anthony Pica and Don Springer to its business banking team, reinforcing the credit union’s commitment to expanding and enhancing its commercial banking services. In their new roles, Pica and Springer will play critical parts in leading Lafayette Federal’s newly revamped business…
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Rockville, MD –Lafayette Federal Credit Union is proud to announce it has been named a 2026 Top Workplaces award winner by USA Today, a distinguished honor recognizing organizations nationwide for building exceptional, people-first workplace cultures. This is the third consecutive year Lafayette Federal has earned this distinction, reflecting its ongoing commitment to a strong, people‑first workplace culture. The USA Today Top…
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Washington, D.C. (04/08/2026) — The Washington Spirit announced a partnership with Lafayette Federal Credit Union today, naming Lafayette Federal the Official Credit Union of the Spirit. The agreement brings together two organizations deeply tied to the Washington, D.C. area looking to make an impact across the region. As part of the partnership, the Washington Spirit…
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Great Falls, VA – Lafayette Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the opening of its newest branch in Great Falls, VA, further expanding its footprint in Northern Virginia and strengthening its commitment to serving local communities with trusted financial guidance and personalized service. The new Great Falls branch brings Lafayette Federal’s full range of…
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Throughout February, Lafayette Federal Credit Union (LFCU) hosted a series of Financial Success Workshops at nearly all of our branch locations. Designed to meet members where they are financially—and in their local community—these workshops combined in‑person and virtual experiences to deliver practical, relevant guidance on budgeting, goal setting, and building long‑term financial confidence. Led by…
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 24, 2026) – D.C. United today announced a multi-year partnership with Lafayette Federal Credit Union, designating the institution as the exclusive credit union of D.C. United. The agreement represents a significant investment in the club, its supporters, and the broader Washington metropolitan community. The partnership introduces a series of community-driven initiatives and…
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Our Mission in Action This past year, Lafayette Federal showed up. From food drives and faculty presentations to 1×1 career mentoring, we’re committed because the communities we serve are our communities, too. You’ll find us at neighborhood festivals, small‑business workshops, and school stadiums, building relationships and delivering resources that help families thrive and achieve their…
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Rockville, MD– Lafayette Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of John Gagliardi as Senior Vice President, Wealth Management. Gagliardi brings nearly 40 years of financial services industry experience to the credit union, having previously held positions at SunTrust Investment Services, Citigroup, and Bank of America amongst others. Most recently, Gagliardi held the…
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This year, Lafayette Federal Credit Union proudly celebrates 90 years of service—nine decades of unwavering commitment to helping our members achieve financial security. Founded in 1935 as the 1825 H Street Federal Credit Union, we began our journey during one of the most challenging periods in American history. Today our primary focus stays the same:…
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