TVFCU Announces Finalists for 9th Annual Idea Leap Grant, Set to Award $225,000 in Pitch Competitions

Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU) has announced the finalists for its 9th Annual Idea Leap Grant, with $225,000 in funding set to be awarded to small business owners across Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia. The program continues to spotlight innovative startups and growing businesses while investing directly in the region’s economic development. “Our Idea […]
People’s Choice Voting Begins Soon for TVFCU’s $225,000 Idea Leap GrantCompetition

Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU) is calling on community members to vote for a People’s Choice Finalist in each region of its annual Idea Leap Grant Competition. All finalists (including those selected by People’s Choice voting) are guaranteed at least $10,000 to help them take their business to the next level. Voting opens on […]
TVFCU Names Ryan Henn as Vice President of Business and Commercial Services

Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU) is pleased to announce e promotion of Ryan Henn to vice president of business and commercial services. Henn succeeds Tommy Nix, who is retiring in March after 11 years of dedicated service to the credit union. In his new role, Henn will provide strategic leadership for TVFCU’s business and […]
Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union Board Member John Pogue Retires after 49 of Service

Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU) announces the retirement of John Pogue from the institution’s board of directors. Pogue served as a dedicated member for 49 years. Pogue began volunteering with the credit union in 1977 as a member of the Credit Committee, moved to theSupervisory Committee in 1978 and became a board member in […]
Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions for Third Year

Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU), the largest credit union in Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia, announced that it is recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized companies that are committed to powering local economies by supporting small […]
TVFCU Gives Back this Holiday Season with 291 Angel Tree Donations

In December, Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU) donated nearly 300 bags of gifts to children and seniors in need through the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program. Over the past month, credit union employees and members selected an “Angel Tag” from a tree in one of overa dozen participating branches and purchased items from the […]
Applications Open for TVFCU’s $225,000 Idea Leap Grant Contest—Small Businesses Encouraged to Apply

Idea Leap is back! Applications are now open for Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union’s (TVFCU) ninth annual Idea Leap Grant competition until October 27 at 5 p.m. EST . The credit union will award a total of $225,000 in grant funding to local small businesses. Competitions will occur across three regions – Northwest Georgia, Ocoee, […]
Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union Opens Dalton Branch

What do innovative architecture, painted peacocks and Perks Checking Accounts have in common? If you guessed Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union’s brand-new Dalton Branch and North Georgia Headquarters — you’re right! In late August, the Dalton community gathered at 920 Vista Drive for five days of festivities to celebrate the grand opening of TVFCU’s newest […]
TVFCU Celebrates 34th Annual Used Car Night with Big Wins and Community Spirit

Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU), in partnership with the Chattanooga Lookouts, proudly celebrated the 34th annual Used Car Night on Saturday, Aug. 2, at AT&T Field. Thousands of fans gathered for an unforgettable evening of baseball, community celebration, and the chance to win a quality pre-owned vehicle — and six lucky attendees did just […]
TVFCU Pledges Over $53,000 to the Erlanger Children’s Hospital Through Credit Union for Kids Program

Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union employees has committed over $53,000 to Credit Unions for Kids, a program supporting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. This national initiative brings credit unions together to raise funds for nonprofit children’s hospitals across the country, helping ensure children get the care they need when they need it most. “Supporting Credit Unions […]