Member One

It’s an honor to support the meaningful work of Beans and Rice, Inc., an incredible organization that has been making a real difference in the New River Valley for over 25 years. ?? Beans and Rice is dedicated to fighting food insecurity, supporting family stability, and providing youth development opportunities. Their work directly impacts families and individuals in our community, and we’re honored to contribute to their mission. ?? ?? https://lnkd.in/efvxB25Z

What an amazing evening! Member One was thrilled to be part of the Community Champions & Best Places to Work Reception hosted by Lynchburg Living & Lynchburg Business Magazine! ?? It was truly inspiring to celebrate the incredible organizations and individuals who are making a positive impact in our community. From recognizing the Community Champions to honoring the Best Places to Work, the night was filled with energy and pride for our city. ?? A big thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success, and to all the businesses and leaders dedicated to building a stronger, more vibrant Lynchburg! ?? Let’s keep working together to make Lynchburg the best place to live and work! ?? ??

?? Check one, check two, check number 8 within the past month! ?? We are proud to announce a $20,000 donation to HumanKind, an incredible nonprofit organization that is on a mission to empower individuals and families facing challenges in our community. ?????? HumanKind's dedication to helping people thrive—through financial coaching, transportation, childcare, parenting support, and more—aligns perfectly with our commitment to strengthening our community. ??

What emoji best describes your feelings about money? Whether you feel ??, ??, ??, or ??.... we want to help you to feel ?? (which translates to feeling GREAT about your finances)! Alex Lucas, VP of Community Impact at Member One, sat down with Emily Robinson on Living in the Heart of Virginia to discuss how we can reduce the effects of financial stress.

Volunteers from Member One gathered at the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Virginia to do some fall cleanup work and beautify the grounds ahead of the upcoming winter. ?? Community Service Days allow our employees to give their time back to the organizations within our community that speak the most to them! ??

Congratulations to Jeremiah Riesenbeck, the 2024 Outstanding Economic Educator of the Year! ?? Jeremiah, an Economics and Personal Finance teacher at Patrick Henry High School in Roanoke, has made an incredible impact through his 'My Classroom Economy' project, which helps students develop critical financial literacy skills for life. We’ve had the privilege of supporting this project and are proud to see his dedication recognized by the Virginia Council on Economic Education. Pictured here with Jeremiah are: ?? Tim Rowe, Market President & VCEE Board Member ?? O. Kate Scott, VP of Programs at VCEE ?? Alex Lucas, VP of Community Impact Thank you, Jeremiah, for your inspiring work to empower the next generation of financial leaders! ??

At Member One, we believe in the power of community. That's why we're thrilled to announce our $20,000 donation to New River Community Action (NRCA). This incredible organization is dedicated to uplifting individuals and families by providing life-changing services like food, shelter, and employment support. ??????? We are proud to stand alongside NRCA to break the cycle of poverty and build a stronger, more resilient community. ??

Exciting news for Northwest Roanoke! ?? Member One, a division of Virginia Credit Union, is overjoyed to announce that we're contributing $150,000 to the transformative Melrose Plaza project. This community-driven initiative, led by Goodwill Industries of the Valleys, will turn Goodwill’s Roanoke Jobs Campus into a vibrant 79,000 sq. ft. hub offering essential services like a full-service grocery store, a health and wellness center, a financial services center, and a tuition-free adult high school! ?? Our donation will help support The Excel Center, a crucial resource for adult learners looking to complete their high school diplomas and open doors to new career opportunities. We believe that education is key to financial stability and long-term success. ?? Read our press release for all the details and join us in celebrating this exciting chapter for Roanoke! ?? ?? https://bit.ly/4fbWayn

We love supporting organizations that truly make a difference! ?? That’s why we donated $10,000 to Feeding Southwest Virginia. This incredible organization works tirelessly to address food insecurity in our community. ?? Learn more about this nonprofit, and how you can support their mission, by clicking on the link below! ?? https://feedingswva.org/

?... And the giving continues! We're so happy to support Junior Achievement of Southwest Virginia, Inc.'s initiative to empower the next generation to achieve success. Together, we're investing in the future of our youth.??