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April 29, 2026 -
South Burlington, VT – Vermont Federal Credit Union and St. Patrick's Parish Credit Union have officially merged, uniting two member-focused financial cooperatives with a shared mission: helping Vermonters prosper.
St. Patrick’s Parish Credit Union, founded in 1953 with just $125 and a belief in neighbors helping neighbors, has been more than a financial institution, it has been a way of life rooted in trust, community, and personal connection. For decades, members were served not in offices, but around kitchen tables and across farm fields, where relationships mattered more than credit scores and a handshake meant everything. Generations of dedicated volunteers carried that mission forward with pride and sacrifice. While this chapter comes to a close, its legacy does not. Through a merger with Vermont Federal Credit Union, that same spirit of community driven service will endure, ensuring members continue to be supported with care, trust, and a commitment to putting people first.
Through this merger, its members will gain access to Vermont Federal Credit Union’s full suite of financial products, a broader branch and ATM network across the state, and enhanced digital banking capabilities, all without losing the member-first experience they have come to rely on.
"We are proud to welcome the members of St. Patrick's Parish Credit Union into the Vermont Federal family," said Jean Giard, CEO of Vermont Federal Credit Union. "This merger brings together two institutions that share the same core values: people over profit, community over convenience, and service above all. Together, we will continue building on that legacy while giving members access to even more tools to help them thrive."
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About Vermont Federal Credit Union
Vermont Federal Credit Union is a $1 billion-plus full-service, not-for-profit, cooperative financial institution that has served Vermonters for more than 70 years, with eight locations currently serving over 63,000 members. Members are part of a cooperative, meaning they share ownership in the Credit Union and elect a volunteer board of directors. Vermont Federal Credit Union provides membership to anyone who lives, works, worships, or attends school in Vermont. The Credit Union is committed to supporting its communities and helping Vermonters prosper, no matter where they may be on life’s journey.
About St. Patrick’s Parish Credit Union
St. Patrick’s Parish Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative based in Fairfield, Vermont, dedicated to serving its community with personalized financial services and a strong commitment to member success.
