Welcome to New Alliance FCU. I’m so glad you’re here. Since 1935, we’ve been proud to serve the hardworking people and neighborhoods of western Pennsylvania. From local businesses to families building their future, we believe in supporting our neighbors with honest guidance, real solutions, and a genuine commitment to helping people thrive.
This community means everything to us. I’m proud of the trust we’ve earned and the lives we’ve touched over the years. Thank you for making New Alliance FCU part of your story.
– Constance Barlamas, M.S., M.B.A.
WHO WE ARE
Message from the CEO
About Us
The Roots (Separate Small Credit Unions)
- Around 1935, small credit unions were formed in Ambridge:
- One started by steel mill employees (this becomes the lineage tied to New Alliance FCU)
- Another (Ambridge Area FCU) was started by local teachers
- Like many credit unions of that era, they were community-based and occupation-focused.
Major Merger Creates the Modern Foundation
- Ambridge Area FCU (formerly A.B. Division FCU) merged with Armco FCU
- This merger is what formed what would become New Alliance Federal Credit Union
- This is the key “birth” of the organization in its recognizable form.
Establishing a Permanent Presence
- By 1991, the main branch was established on Merchant Street in Ambridge
- This marked the transition from a small merged CU into a stable community institution.
Continued Growth Through Partnerships & Mergers
- Like most credit unions, growth continued through strategic mergers and partnerships
- Recent example:
- Ambridge Area FCU merging into New Alliance FCU (2026)
Meet Our Executive Team
Patricia Schimonsky
Nicole Surman
Chief Operating Officer
Jeff Tumsis
Director
Our Commitment
As a not-for-profit institution owned by our members, we prioritize our members over profits, ensuring our decisions benefit you—not shareholders. Trust is earned, and for nearly a century, we’ve built lasting relationships by providing personalized service and a full suite of financial products, including checking and savings accounts, loans, credit cards, and digital banking solutions.
More than just banking, we invest in our communities—partnering with local organizations, schools, and businesses to create stronger, more vibrant neighborhoods.
Our Vision
Neighborhoods that are economically vibrant and financially empowered to thrive.
Our Mission
We are people helping people, enriching lives through exceptional financial services, education, and compassion.
+ Members
% Member-Owned
+ Total Assets
Board of Directors
Supervisory Committee: Protecting Member Interests
The essence of the Supervisory Committee’s role within the New Alliance Federal Credit Union remains to diligently safeguard the assets of your Credit Union. This responsibility ensures the accurate representation of the organization’s financial state, verifying that management’s practices and procedures are robust and effective in protecting your savings and making certain that regulations concerning borrowers are equitably applied and administered. Additionally, oversight extends to reviewing Board practices to guarantee the delivery of the finest services possible for the benefit of members.
Supervisory Committee Members:
- Kathy Pellegrini
- Kimberly Turnley
- William Gandjos