Spring 2016

Published for the teen members
of Virginia Beach Schools
Federal Credit Union
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WELCOME TO
ELEMENTS OF MONEY!
Because you are a “Green” Connection
account holder at VBSFCU you will get
to enjoy all the benefits Elements of
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