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2026 Annual Meeting & Board Nominations!

It’s that time of year again! No, not tax season. It’s annual meeting season—and as a credit union member, you’re not just invited, you’re an owner.

This year, we’re turning things up a notch. Actually, a few notches. Better food, bigger prizes, and plenty of reasons to feel good about being part of something you own. If you’ve ever wanted to flex your credit union ownership—even just a little—the annual meeting is where it happens.

Join us Monday, April 20th at 5:30pm at The Greens at Irem Clubhouse in Dallas. We’ll kick things off with a cocktail hour, move into the meeting (don’t worry, we keep it engaging), and wrap things up with dinner. Along the way, expect basket raffles, door prizes, giveaways, and a look at some exciting updates coming your way.

2026 Board of Directors Nominations

The Nominating Committee has considered the petitions for nomination and has nominated the following members for open positions on the Board of Directors. The nominees are:

Thaddeus Prekel, Secretary- Mr. Prekel has been involved in the credit union movement since 1976. Mr. Prekel has been a member of Cross Valley since 1993 and has been active on the Board of Directors since 2001, serving as Secretary since 2016. He is retired from the United Parcel Service Supply Chain Solution, Atlanta GA.

Paul Dreabit, Director- Mr. Dreabit has been involved with Cross Valley since 2018, serving on the Supervisory Committee before being appointed to the Board of Directors in 2023. He is retired from executive leadership positions including CFO, Corporate Secretary/Treasurer, and Board Advisor for GWC Warranty, and CEO, President/Treasurer, and Chairman of the Board for Global International Insurance Company RRG.

Other nominations may be made by obtaining a “Nominations Form” from the credit union. The form must be signed by at least 1% (173) of the current membership of the credit union which is 17,162. Current Employees are not allowed to sign the petition.

Before obtaining a nomination form, we ask that you present a formal resume. For any additional questions or to submit your resume, please email our Chief Experience Officer, Jill McGlynn at jmcglynn@crossvalleyfcu.org, or call (570) 823-6836 ext.1071.

Please note that completed forms must be returned to the credit union’s Main Office at 640 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702, no later than 3:00 PM on Friday, February 20, 2026.

Come for the food and prizes. Stay for the impact, the updates, and the chance to help shape what’s next for your credit union. Ticket details and RSVP information coming soon—we hope to see you there.

Gertrude Hawk Spring Fundraiser is now live!

Calling all chocolate lovers! 40% off book prices for Gertrude Hawk chocolates is now available at all branch locations!

It’s official, our annual spring candy fundraiser has once again kicked off with Gertrude Hawk Chocolates! Catalogs and order forms are available now at your favorite Cross Valley branch! As always proceeds from this fundraiser will be donated to local charities, so stay tuned to see the wonderful organizations we are able to help throughout the year thanks to your great support! Thank you for helping us make such a sweet difference in the lives of others!

All orders are due by Friday, February 27, 2026. Download the order instructions and order form to get started.

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Scam Alert

SCAM ALERT: Beware of fake calls and texts that appear to come from Cross Valley FCU. We will never ask for your full account number, card number, or online banking credentials.

Complimentary ID theft protection from Mastercard®

At Cross Valley Credit Union, your security is our priority. That’s why we’re excited to offer free ID Theft Protection from Mastercard® to all Cross Valley debit card holders! With this service, you get:

  • 24/7 monitoring for suspicious activity
  • Alerts for potential threats to your identity
  • Expert support to help restore your identity if needed

Identity theft can happen to anyone, but you don’t have to face it alone. Activate your free ID Theft Protection today and enjoy peace of mind knowing Mastercard has your back. Get started now: Enroll Here Your security matters—stay protected with Cross Valley Credit Union and Mastercard!

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Your guide to grow financial freedom.

We share the belief, along with our friends over at CrossState, that financial empowerment starts with knowledge. But we also know that the sea of financial information (and opinion) out there is massive and often hard to navigate. Thankfully, CrossState has created a free financial education resource filled with vetted, tried-and-true expertise, insight and knowledge. From what to do if you’ve become a victim of fraud to how to grow your money safely and guaranteed, it can all be found at the CrossState Financial Freedom Guide.

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Seeking financial peace of mind.

At Cross Valley, your financial well-being is our top priority. We know that recent conversations surrounding credit unions—whether related to tax exemptions, regulatory changes, or broader economic trends—may leave you with questions or concerns. We’re here to reassure you that your credit union remains steadfast in its commitment to serving you.

To help provide additional clarity, we have compiled answers to some of the most common questions we’ve recently received from our members.

At Cross Valley, we stand with our members through every financial season. If you have any concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always here to help.

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