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Citadel Credit Union Commits to Donating $1 Million to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia With Renewal of Parkway Run & Walk Sponsorship
August 23, 2023
Citadel Credit Union has renewed its partnership with Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to sponsor the Parkway Run & Walk through 2027.
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Citadel Credit Union Introduces Citadel Cares
July 13, 2023
Citadel Credit Union has launched a new corporate giving program, Citadel Cares, which encompasses all charitable efforts across the company.
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Citadel Credit Union Gives Philadelphia Area Teachers $58,000 in Grants With 2023 Citadel Heart of Learning Award
June 16, 2023
Citadel Credit Union has announced the 2023 winners of the Citadel Heart of Learning Awards.

Citadel President & CEO, Jeff March, Announces Retirement
May 01, 2023
Citadel Credit Union’s longtime President & CEO, Jeff March, has announced he will retire by year end after a successor is selected.
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Citadel Credit Union Announces Over 20 Percent Asset Increase in 2022
April 21, 2023
Citadel sees significant growth in 2022 with a record-breaking 20% increase in assets and loans.
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Citadel Credit Union Hires Sheri Perkins As Executive Leader of Retirement & Wealth Management
February 16, 2023
Citadel Credit Union has announced that Sheri Perkins has joined the executive leadership team as the Senior Vice President and Head of Citadel’s Retirement & Wealth Management division.
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Citadel Credit Union Helps Raise Over $2 Million for Cancer Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
October 03, 2022
Citadel Credit Union announced a donation of $300,000 to CHOP to help its Cancer Center raise over $2 million at the Parkway Run & Walk.
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Citadel Credit Union Launches Business Banking
August 09, 2022
Citadel, which recently reached $5 billion in assets, has officially launched its new Business Banking division.
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Citadel Credit Union's Business Banking Team Ready for August Launch
June 23, 2022
Citadel Credit Union is prepared to officially launch its new Business Banking division this August.
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Citadel Credit Union Voted Best Credit Union in Montgomery County
June 15, 2022
Citadel Credit Union was voted by its members as “Best Credit Union” in Montgomery County, a ranking published by the 2022 Happening List by Montco Happenings.
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3 Philadelphia Area Teachers Win $10,000 Each; Grand Prize From Citadel Credit Union
May 05, 2022
Citadel Credit Union announced the Grand Prize Winners of its Citadel Heart of Learning Awards.
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Citadel Credit Union Awards Local Teachers Over $58,000 With Citadel Heart of Learning Awards
April 27, 2022
Citadel Credit Union has announced the 31 teachers who have won the 2022 Citadel Heart of Learning Award.
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Citadel Credit Union Hires Michael Aileo as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer
April 07, 2022
Citadel Credit Union hires Michael Aileo as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer. Learn more about his new role today!
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Citadel Credit Union Hires Phil Sutliff as Head of Business Banking
December 13, 2021
Citadel Credit Union has hired Phil Sutliff to lead business banking. Phil will lead a new division which expands Citadel’s current suite of options for business clients.
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Update: Citadel Country Spirit USA 2022
December 09, 2021
Read Citadel Credit Union’s official statement on the cancelation of Citadel Country Spirit USA 2022.
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Citadel Credit Union Launches Video Banking
June 01, 2021
Citadel launched Citadel Video Connect, a video banking tool that lets members chat face-to-face with a Member Care Specialist in a secure environment from a computer, or mobile device.
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Citadel Credit Union Honors 21 Local Teachers
May 10, 2021
In a year unlike any other, Citadel Credit Union has recognized 21 local teachers for going above and beyond.
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Citadel Credit Union Announces 2020 Financial Results
February 09, 2021
Citadel has announced record annual asset growth in 2020, and is proud to report its COVID-19 Loan Relief Program was well-received by members throughout the year.
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Citadel Credit Union Recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for Third Consecutive Year
February 08, 2021
Citadel has been recognized as a "Great Place to Work" for the third consecutive year based on employee feedback.
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Citadel Credit Union Announces Presenting Sponsorship of CHOP’s Parkway Run & Walk
February 02, 2021
Citadel has announced its commitment to continue as the presenting sponsor of CHOP’s Parkway Run & Walk for the next three years.
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Citadel Credit Union Announces $300 Bonus for New Checking Accounts
February 02, 2021
For a limited time, Citadel will offer a $300 bonus in any new checking account.
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Citadel CFS Advisors Recognized by Philadelphia Magazine in 2020
November 09, 2020
Four of the CFS Advisors on Citadel’s Retirement & Wealth Management team have been recognized with an award by Philadelphia Magazine. Learn more!
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Citadel Credit Union Unveils New Brand
August 19, 2020
Citadel has unveiled its refreshed brand that commits to the community we are all “Building Strength Together.” Explore the new logo, look, and more.
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Citadel Credit Union Enhances Online Account Opening
August 11, 2020
Citadel Credit Union recently announced a partnership with Terafina to create a new, streamlined online account opening experience for current and new members.
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Citadel is ranked a Best-in-State credit union by Forbes Magazine
July 13, 2020
Citadel has been ranked a 2020 Best-in-State credit union by Forbes Magazine.
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Citadel Country Spirit USA Three-Day Country Music Festival Postponed Until 2021
June 05, 2020
Due to COVID-19, Citadel Country Spirit USA has been postponed until Aug. 27 to 29, 202. Get the details.
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A Message to Our Members about COVID-19
April 09, 2020
A message from Citadel regarding the COVID-19 oubreak. Learn More.
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Citadel Rolls Out COVID-19 Loan Relief Program
April 09, 2020
Citadel announces a Loan Relief Program in response to COVID-19.
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Citadel Announces Record Asset Growth in 2019
February 27, 2020
Citadel recently announced that in 2019 its assets grew to $3.8B, a record year.
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Please be Aware: Credential Stuffing Attack
February 20, 2020
On the evening of February 17th, a significant Credential Stuffing Attack occurred that involved unknown parties trying to guess username and password credentials for Citadel Online Banking accounts.
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Citadel to Open in Montgomeryville March 2020
February 17, 2020
We’re opening in Montgomeryville! Learn all about our new location that will open in March 2020.
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Citadel's Anthony Williams Joins Good Works Board
January 13, 2020
Citadel is proud to announce Anthony Williams, Market Manager of South Coatesville, has been appointed to the Good Works Board of Directors.
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Avoiding Targeted Social Media Scams
January 10, 2020
Over the past few years, social media financial scams of multiple varieties have become more frequent. Citadel offers tips to avoid this type of scam. Learn More.
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Wawa Data Breach
December 20, 2019
On December 19, 2019, Wawa announced it was the victim of a cybersecurity attack. Read More.
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Citadel Gives $200,000 to CHOP
November 14, 2019
Citadel presented a $200,000 check to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) at the Citadel headquarters in Exton.
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100+ “Team Citadel” Members Participate in CHOP’s Parkway Run & Walk
October 09, 2019
100+ “Team Citadel” members participated in Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) Parkway Run & Walk on September 29.
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2020 Citadel Heart of Learning Award Nomination Period Now Open
October 01, 2019
Nominate a local teacher! The nomination period for the 2020 Citadel Heart of Learning Award is now open.
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Citadel Announces Rising Star Contest Winners
August 20, 2019
Citadel has announced the winners of the Citadel Rising Star Contest. Three local artists, who competed in Citadel Rising Star LIVE — a ‘battle of the bands’ style event — will perform on the Citadel Rising Star stage at Citadel Country Spirit USA August 23-25.
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Citadel Opens Its Doors in Kennett
July 08, 2019
Citadel has announced the opening of its new office in Kennett.
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Citadel Announces Rising Star Contest
July 08, 2019
Citadel has announced the ‘Rising Star’ band contest will return in 2019, giving area bands the chance to perform at Citadel Country Spirit USA.
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Citadel Certified as a 'Great Place to Work'
June 26, 2019
Citadel is proud to announce its certification as a “Great Place to Work” for the second consecutive year by the analysts at Great Place to Work, the group that publishes national lists such as the “Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for.”
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2019 Citadel Heart of Learning Award Winners
May 08, 2019
Citadel has announced the 15 winners, and 3 Grand Prize winners, of the 2019 Citadel Heart of Learning Award.
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Citadel Sponsors CHOP’s Parkway Run
April 25, 2019
Citadel and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia announced that Citadel has signed on to be the presenting sponsor of CHOP’s Parkway Run & Walk for 2019 through 2020.
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2018 Marks Record Growth For Citadel
February 25, 2019
2018 marked record asset growth in Citadel’s 82-year history. As the company continues to expand, the focus is on philanthropic and community giving in addition to physical growth.
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Four Citadel CFS Advisors Recognized by Philadelphia Magazine in 2018
February 06, 2019
Four of Citadel’s CFS Advisors were recognized by Philadelphia Magazine as 2018 “Five Star Wealth Managers.”
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AJ Hiller Named a Top 75 Advisor
December 18, 2018
Citadel’s AJ Hiller has been recognized on a list of the Top 75 Advisors nationwide.
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Citadel Gives Aaron’s Acres $2,000
December 18, 2018
Citadel gifted Aaron’s Acres a $2,000 match for the funds the organization received during Lancaster’s Extraordinary Give.
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Citadel Country Spirit USA Returns
December 17, 2018
Citadel Country Spirit USA is returning to Ludwig’s Corner in 2019.
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Citadel Gives $100,000 to CHOP
November 08, 2018
Citadel presented a $100,000 check to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) at the Citadel headquarters in Exton.
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Citadel Returns More Value To Members Than Any Credit Union in Pennsylvania
October 12, 2018
Citadel has been ranked the number one credit union in Pennsylvania for providing value back to its members.
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Citadel to Support Aaron's Acres
October 08, 2018
As Citadel moves forward with its efforts in the Lancaster Extra Give campaign, it will raise awareness and funds for Aaron’s Acres.
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2019 Citadel Heart of Learning Award
October 02, 2018
Nominate a local teacher! The nomination period for the 2019 Citadel Heart of Learning Award is now open.
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Citadel Announces Winners For ‘Rising Star Contest’
August 01, 2018
Citadel has announced 3 local artists, Brian McConnell, Stephanie Grace, and Derek Crider, as the winners of the Citadel Rising Star Contest.
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Citadel Announces New Board Member
July 19, 2018
Citadel has announced the appointment of Philip A. Priolo to its board of directors.
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Citadel Announces Six Finalists For ‘Rising Star Contest’
July 19, 2018
Fans will have a chance to vote to determine the three winners to perform at Citadel Country Spirit USA.
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Citadel Certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’
July 05, 2018
Citadel has announced it was certified as a “Great Place to Work” by the independent analysts at Great Places to Work, which publishes national lists such as the “Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for.”
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Citadel Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Lancaster Location
June 15, 2018
On June 13, Citadel hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Lancaster location on Rohrerstown Road.
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Citadel Donates to PB&J Drive
June 13, 2018
Citadel employees donated over 500 pounds of peanut butter and jelly to the United Way of Chester County and Chester County Food Bank in 2018.
Read MoreCitadel Gives $15,000 to Coatesville Youth
June 05, 2018
Citadel has donated $15,000 toThe Coatesville Area Youth Philanthropy Program, an initiative of the Brandywine Health Foundation.
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Citadel Announces 'Rising Star Local Band Contest'
May 17, 2018
Citadel has announced the launch of a local band contest for rising stars to perform at the first-ever Citadel Country Spirit USA.
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Citadel Expands Presence in Lancaster
May 16, 2018
Citadel announced the opening of its newest Lancaster branch located on Rohrerstown Road.
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Citadel Announces Grand Prize Winners of Citadel Heart of Learning Award
May 09, 2018
Citadel has announced the three Grand Prize Winners of the Citadel Heart of Learning Award and the full list of District Winners.
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Joseph Herron Joins Citadel Wealth Management Team
April 16, 2018
Joseph Herron has joined Citadel's Wealth Management team as Senior Financial Advisor.
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Alabama, Toby Keith, and Brad Paisley Headline Citadel Country Spirit USA
March 15, 2018
Country music superstars Alabama, Toby Keith, and Brad Paisley will headline Citadel Country Spirit USA, a new, three-day country music festival coming to Chester County’s Brandywine Valley.

Citadel Announces Title Sponsorship of New Country Music Festival
February 21, 2018
Citadel has announced its title sponsorship of a new, three-day country music festival coming to Chester County’s Brandywine Valley August 24-26, 2018.
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Jared Stanley, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Joins Citadel Wealth Management Team
February 02, 2018
Citadel has announced Jared Stanley has joined its award-winning Wealth Management team.
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Citadel Announces New CFO and Senior Vice President
January 30, 2018
Citadel has announced the hiring of a new Chief Financial Officer, Anand Solanki, and the promotion of Philip Faris to SVP of Marketing.
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Citadel and its Employees Donate More Than $90,000 To United Way Of Chester County
December 20, 2017
In 2017, Citadel and its employees donated more than $90,000 to the United Way of Chester County through fundraising and donations.
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Citadel’s 2017 #UNSelfie Contest
December 04, 2017
For the second consecutive year, in the spirit of #GivingTuesday, Citadel ran an internal contest to celebrate the “UNselfishness” of Citadel employees.
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Citadel Encourages Community to “Vote for Miracles” in Honor of CHOP
November 29, 2017
Citadel is encouraging the Greater Philadelphia community to help Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) win the annual Credit Union for Kids "Vote for Miracles" campaign.
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Citadel Donates $55,000 to Children’s Hospital Of Philadelphia
November 22, 2017
Senior leaders from Citadel, including President and CEO Jeff March, presented a $55,000 check to CHOP. The funds represent the total raised by the inaugural Citadel Palooza.
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Citadel Celebrates its 80th Anniversary with Owner of Oldest Account
November 21, 2017
Citadel celebrated its 80th anniversary as an institution in all of its 22 branches, and in its original branch in South Coatesville, the company celebrated the owner of the oldest Citadel account.
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Citadel’s Website Honored with Gold Davey Award
November 20, 2017
Citadel’s recently redesigned website was honored with a 2017 Gold Davey Award.
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Citadel’s IT Team Volunteers at Chester County Food Bank
November 10, 2017
As part of an annual tradition, Citadel’s IT Team recently volunteered at the Chester County Food Bank to help distribute local produce.
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Citadel Celebrates its 80 Year Anniversary
November 07, 2017
Citadel was founded in 1937 by Lukens Steel employees. On November 17, Citadel will celebrate its 80th anniversary in each of its 22 branches, and has invited customers to stop in to share the celebration. Learn more about Citadel's history.
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Citadel Supports Coatesville Art Partners Studio
October 30, 2017
Citadel presented a $2,500 check to the Art Partners Studio of Coatesville.
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Citadel Palooza Raises Approximately $55,000 for CHOP
October 13, 2017
Citadel announced that its inaugural "Citadel Palooza" raised approximately $55,000 for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
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Carter Winter, Alicia Beale to Open For Hunter Hayes at Citadel Palooza
October 05, 2017
Citadel announced the final artist line-up for Citadel Palooza, the local food trucks that will attend, and that there will be a Sly Fox Beer Garden.
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2018 Citadel Heart of Learning Award Nomination Period Now Open
October 02, 2017
Citadel announced the nomination period for the 2018 Citadel Heart of Learning Award program is now open.
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FAFSA and Pennsylvania Students: Be Ready October 1st
September 29, 2017
Pennsylvania families: Get tips about filling out the FAFSA and advice about what to look for in a financial aid award package.
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Citadel Donates $10,000 to Support Hurricane Relief for Credit Unions
September 07, 2017
On behalf of its employees and members, Citadel has donated $10,000 to The National Credit Union Foundation in support of hurricane relief.
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Citadel's IT Team Restocks Little Free Library
August 21, 2017
Citadel’s IT department collected more than 100 children’s books to restock a “Little Free Library” in Chester County.
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Citadel Donates $10,000 to RSVP
August 11, 2017
Citadel announced it has donated $10,000 to Montgomery County’s RSVP with the goal of increasing volunteerism for organizations in need.
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Citadel Announces 'Citadel Palooza' Featuring Hunter Hayes
August 08, 2017
Citadel has announced its charitable concert 'Citadel Palooza' will feature headliner Hunter Hayes.
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#ExperienceCitadel Sweepstakes Winner
August 04, 2017
To celebrate the launch of the new CitadelBanking.com, we hosted a hashtag sweepstakes. We are excited to announce the sweepstakes winner. Drumroll, please…
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Citadel Launches New, Redesigned Website
June 21, 2017
Citadel announced it has launched a brand new, redesigned website to give customers the optimal digital experience.
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Citadel Receives 2017 Datatrac Great Rate Awards
June 20, 2017
Citadel was recently certified with the 2017 Datatrac Great Rate Awards® for several deposit and loan products.
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Citadel Employees Contribute More than 2,500 Pounds to PB&J Drive
June 15, 2017
Citadel employees contributed 2,508 pounds of peanut butter and jelly to the United Way of Chester County and Chester County Food Bank.
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Citadel Announces 2017 Citadel Heart Of Learning Grand Prize Winners
May 11, 2017
Citadel announced the 2017 Citadel Heart of Learning Award winners. Each winner was awarded $1,500 to use for classroom supplies.
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2017 Citadel Heart of Learning Awards District Winners
May 08, 2017
The 2017 Citadel Heart of Learning Awards District Winners have been announced - Read More!
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Citadel Ranked 1st Nationwide for Providing Value to Customers
April 24, 2017
According to Callahan & Associates, Citadel is #1 when it comes to giving back to customers out of nearly 6,000 credit unions nationwide.
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Citadel Board and Leadership Attend 2017 CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference
March 17, 2017
Citadel senior leadership and members of its Board attended the 2016 Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Governmental Affairs Conference.
Read MoreCitadel Donates More Than $100,000 to United Way of Chester County
2/14/2017 5:00:00 AM
Citadel announced it donated more than $100,000 to the United Way of Chester County in 2016 – a total of $103,480.
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Citadel's Jen Mack Receives Exton Chairman's Award
February 10, 2017
Citadel announced that Jen Mack, Director of Sales, has been awarded the Chairman’s Award from the Exton Region Chamber of Commerce
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Citadel's Ruthanne Monteleone Designated as CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional
January 09, 2017
Citadel announced that Ruthanne Monteleone was recently certified by the CFP Board as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™** professional.
Read MoreCitadel Heart of Learning Awards Announces 2016 Nominees
4/19/2016 4:00:00 AM
Citadel announced the 2016 Citadel Heart of Learning Award nominees. Each winner was awarded $500 to use for classroom supplies.
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