Whether it's through targeted lending, economic development, financial education, community outreach, or volunteer efforts, our goal is to help make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We invite you to read on and learn more about the impact Freedom First is making in the communities we call home.
Freedom First employees volunteering with Sleep in Heavenly Peace NRV

Our Community Impact

As a Community Development Credit Union(Opens in a new Window), Freedom First believes in the power of community and understands the impact that our actions can have on the lives of those around us.

Liberty University football players presenting donation check to Freedom 424

Play for Purpose

As a part of our community give-back initiatives, our local market leaders in the NRV and Lynchburg pair up with Virginia Tech and Liberty athletics to donate to local nonprofits.

Kayak pool at Roanoke Go Outside Festival

Events & Sponsorship

In an effort to be good corporate citizens, we work with local nonprofits, community organizations, and our regional networks to support the community events you know and love.

Front facade of the Six Twenty at Bedford

Targeted Lending & Historic Preservation

Freedom First is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), meaning we make sure to deploy much-needed loan dollars into historically under-resourced communities. We also take pride in financing the historic preservation and community revitalization efforts in our region.




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