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Virginia Credit Union Opens New Blacksburg Branch
First new location in the New River Valley region following merger with Member One Federal Credit Union
Mar. 24, 2026 at 10:37am
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Virginia Credit Union is opening a new 3,700-square-foot branch in Blacksburg, Virginia, marking the credit union's first new location in the New River Valley region after its merger with Member One Federal Credit Union in 2024. The new branch features a community room, drive-thru, and multifunction ATMs, and is part of VACU's broader efforts to expand and modernize its branch network across Virginia.
Why it matters
The new Blacksburg branch represents VACU's commitment to serving the vibrant New River Valley region and investing in the communities it serves. Branches remain vital community hubs for credit unions, enabling personalized financial guidance, supporting local small businesses, and strengthening the credit union's role as a trusted partner.
The details
The new 3,700-square-foot Blacksburg branch will open on March 30 and includes a 2,400-square-foot community room, a drive-thru with a multifunction ATM, and two walk-up multifunction ATMs. The branch is part of VACU's broader efforts to transition the former Member One Federal Credit Union locations to the VACU brand across the New River and Roanoke valleys, as well as Lynchburg.
- The new Blacksburg branch is scheduled to open on March 30, 2026.
- VACU completed its merger with Member One Federal Credit Union in August 2024.
The players
Virginia Credit Union
A financial cooperative serving almost 500,000 members, offering a variety of affordable banking services, loans, mortgages, and free financial education resources with a focus on helping people be more confident with their finances.
Member One Federal Credit Union
A credit union that merged with Virginia Credit Union in August 2024, expanding VACU's service territory and branch network.
Chris Shockley
President and CEO of Virginia Credit Union.
Tim Kelly
Executive Vice President of Member Services at Virginia Credit Union.
What they’re saying
“We are thrilled to open our doors in such a vibrant and dynamic area of our service territory and to expand VACU's already extensive branch network.”
— Chris Shockley, President/CEO, Virginia Credit Union
“This branch will deliver tremendous value for our members while enabling us to deepen our support for local businesses and organizations as a valued community lender and financial services provider.”
— Tim Kelly, Executive Vice President of Member Services, Virginia Credit Union
What’s next
Over the next several weeks, VACU is also working to complete a branch transformation in the New River and Roanoke valleys, as well as Lynchburg, with the branch locations of its Member One division transitioning to the VACU brand.
The takeaway
The new Blacksburg branch is part of VACU's strategic commitment to maintaining a strong physical presence in the communities it serves, demonstrating the continued importance of branches as community hubs for credit unions to deliver personalized service, support local businesses, and strengthen their role as trusted partners.
