O’Fallon, Mo. – West Community Credit Union and Gateway Metro Federal Credit Union have officially completed their credit union merger, uniting two member-owned financial cooperatives with a shared commitment to service, financial well-being, and community enrichment.
The merger creates a stronger, more resilient credit union positioned to empower our teams, deliver enhanced products, expanded access, and long-term value to members while preserving the personalized service and local decision-making that define cooperative banking.
“This merger represents a strategic investment in our members, our people, and the communities we serve,” said Jason Peach,President and CEO of West Community Credit Union. “By bringing together two strong organizations with shared values, we are better equipped to meet evolving member needs while empowering our teams and staying true to our mission of people helping people.”
While the legal merger is now complete, the two organizations will continue operating on separate systems until a full systems integration on October 1, when members will begin experiencing the combined operational platform under the West Community Credit Union brand.
The combined institution with nearly $700 million in assets will serve more than 42,000 members across 16 branches, enhancing the value of banking relationships, expanding access to financial education, and deepening its commitment to community development.
About West Community Credit Union West Community Credit Union is a full-service, not-for-profit financial cooperative serving members and businesses in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles County and Boone County. The credit union has offices in O’Fallon, Brentwood, Kirkwood, Lake Saint Louis, Florissant, St. Peters and Columbia, MO. For more information on banking products and services, call (636) 720-2400 or visit www.westcommunitycu.org.