Affinity Federal Credit Union Receives 2014 Economic Vitality Award

SOMERSET, N.J. (December 18, 2014) – Affinity Federal Credit Union received the 2014 Economic Vitality Award from the Somerset County Business Partnership at the annual meeting on Monday, December 15, 2014 at the Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset, New Jersey. Recipients of the prestigious business award are acknowledged and showcased for making extraordinary economic contributions to Somerset County.

“Affinity Federal Credit Union’s mission has been and continues to be to improve the financial lives of our members and the communities we serve. With the world recovering from recession, we take pride in the growth that has been accomplished here in Somerset County,” commented Affinity Federal Credit Union President and CEO, John Fenton.

With 15 branches and more than 135,000 members from over 5,100 businesses, Affinity Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union headquartered in the state of New Jersey. Its total assets exceed $2.3 billion, and Affinity Federal Credit Union serves Somerset County with five branches providing $50.3 million in commercial loans and $3.9 million in other loans.

Affinity Federal Credit Union employs a staff of 400; 285 of whom work in Somerset County alone. In 2013, the company hired more than 50 new team members. The Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation sponsors three scholarships, provides financial education, and supports numerous Somerset County charities and non-profits.

Affinity Federal Credit Union continues to strive to set themselves apart from other financial institutions, and will continue to do so in the future.

About Affinity Federal Credit Union:

Affinity Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union headquartered in NJ, is a member-owned, not-for-profit, full-service financial institution with 15 branches throughout New Jersey with more than 135,000 members from over 5,100 businesses, organizations and clubs, and total assets in excess of $2.3 billion. Affinity Federal Credit Union has been offering superior financial services with a member-oriented focus since 1935. Federally insured by NCUA. For more information, please visit www.affinityfcu.com.

For additional information about the Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation and Affinity Federal Credit Union, or to interview an executive from the company, please contact Melisa LaTour or Theresa Catena at MTL Communications at melisa@mtlcommunications.com or theresa@mtlcommunications.com.