Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium: The Home of Wake Forest Football
6/21/2023
Wake Forest University is thrilled to announce a historic, long-term agreement with Allegacy Federal Credit Union, a leading financial institution and a longtime, trusted partner with mutual deep roots in Winston-Salem. The new, multi-year commitment deepens Allegacy’s existing partnership with Wake Forest University by establishing the home of Wake Forest football as Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium.
Allegacy and Wake Forest continue to be aligned in mission, ideals and principles. Our approach to wellbeing is holistic in offering financial products and services that help our members be their best selves. Wake Forest’s motto, Pro Humanitate, similarly is a calling to better the lives of others. With this ongoing partnership, we are each building on a proud legacy and a commitment to innovation in education and wellness.Cathy J. Pace, President & CEO of Allegacy Federal Credit Union
Allegacy’s unparalleled commitment to serving their members and improving our community aligns perfectly with our Wake Forest Athletics goal of providing the Best Fan Experience in North Carolina. From our initial conversation about the concept of Allegacy Stadium to the culmination of this announcement, it has been inspirational to see the synergy of Cathy Pace and her leadership team with our Wake Forest staff. This is a unique opportunity to deepen a partnership which has impacted hundreds of thousands of people across our Winston-Salem community and beyond over the past two decades.John Currie, Wake Forest Director of Athletics
The Exclusive Credit Union of Wake Forest Athletics
In addition to their position as the naming rights partner for the home of Wake Forest football, Allegacy Federal Credit Union is also the Exclusive Credit Union of Wake Forest Athletics. They are also known as the Official Wealth Management Advisors of Wake Forest Athletics; the Exclusive Banking Partner of Wake Forest Football; and the Preferred Student-Athlete Financial Education Provider.
Allegacy President and CEO Cathy Pace and I share a strong commitment to the wellbeing and future of the Winston-Salem community and our region. I want to thank her and Allegacy’s board of directors and executive leadership team for their deep collaboration and engagement throughout this process as we announce this historic agreement today. Allegacy’s strategic investment in partnership with Wake Forest will support the continued success of both organizations, and provide new, exciting opportunities for Wake Forest students and employees.Susan R. Wente Ph.D., Wake Forest University President
More on Wake Forest's Relationship with Allegacy Federal Credit Union
For more than 20 years, Allegacy has partnered with the Wake Forest family to advance the community’s wellbeing. One example of this is the Allegacy Center for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest’s School of Business. The ACLC accelerates the School’s mission to develop leaders of character to serve the greater good through a proven track record of thought leadership, practical relevance, and partnership across Wake Forest and the broader community. Primary focus areas include creating and publishing new knowledge in top academic journals across the world, and integrating ethical leadership and character strengths into courses, academic programs, co-curricular activities, and faculty and staff development programs.
About Allegacy Federal Credit Union
For 56 years, Allegacy Federal Credit Union has helped its members, employees, and the communities it serves be their best by helping all make smart financial decisions. Allegacy is one of the largest credit unions in North Carolina, serving more than 175,000 members worldwide with $2.2 billion in assets and more than $1.5 billion in assets under management in Allegacy Investment Group. With roots in Winston-Salem, Allegacy has 18 locations across the Triad and Charlotte areas, and nine high school student-run credit unions. Allegacy offers personal and business financial services to its members, including the employees, retirees, and families of more than 5,000 companies throughout the country. To learn more, visit Allegacy.org.
