Dear Valued Member,

I am excited to share some important news with you. After more than 90 years of proudly serving this community as United Credit Union, we have embraced a new name: **Vicinity Credit Union**. This change reflects our unwavering mission and deep-rooted connections to the neighborhoods we proudly serve, right here in Cook County, Illinois.

The name Vicinity Credit Union represents more than just a new brand. It speaks to our commitment to being at the heart of our community—close to you and integral to your daily lives. While our name has changed, please know that our dedication to personal relationships and community engagement remains stronger than ever. This is a significant milestone for us, marking an evolution from our beginnings as a credit union for teachers to a financial partner for our broader community. We are here for you, engaged, resourceful, and ready to empower you to find financial success.

In an increasingly digital world, we remain committed to being human-centered. Our team is more than just staff—they are your neighbors, deeply involved in local events and initiatives that make a difference in your lives. We pride ourselves on being a true community champion, and there is no better partner than Vicinity Credit Union to support the underserved banking community in Cook County.

I am also thrilled to announce that on October 3, 2024, we will be upgrading our digital services with a new banking system. This will bring you better technology, enhanced security, and a more seamless banking experience. Meanwhile, construction is well underway at our Pulaski Branch, where we’re creating a state-of-the-art lobby that reflects our vision, mission, and new brand.

Our goal is simple: continue providing the exceptional service you’ve come to expect while preparing for future growth and innovation. I am confident that these changes will help us serve you better for years to come.

Thank you for your continued trust and support. We look forward to this next chapter with you, as Vicinity Credit Union.

Warm regards,

**Mario Aguirre**
President & CEO
Vicinity Credit Union

While a lot is changing, we would like to outline a few items that will not be affected by our name change and rebrand.

• Direct Deposits/Payments — You do not need to make any changes to your direct deposit or automatic payments.
• Debit & Credit Cards — Your debit and credit cards will not be affected. You can continue to use your cards until they expire. When new and replacement cards are issued, then they will be updated to Vicinity Credit Union.
• Account Numbers — Your account numbers will not change and will remain the same.
• Routing Number — There is no change to our routing number. We will continue to use the routing number: 271081502.
• Checks — If you still have United Credit Union checks, they will be honored. There is no need to immediately order replacement checks, and we encourage you to use your United Credit Union checks until they run out.
• Shared Branching — When visiting our shared branching partners, you need to say that you bank with Vicinity Credit Union.
• Online Banking & Call24 — Until October 3rd, both our Online Banking and Call24 services will continue using the United Credit Union name. Once our new banking system launches on October 3rd, both systems will update to using Vicinity Credit Union.

We understand you may have questions, and we are happy to answer them. Please contact us online or directly at 773.376.6000.