Our Commitment to
Our Members and Communities
Our roots go back nearly 70 years to the founding of First Commonwealth Credit Union, known then as WeAllen.
Formed in 1959 to serve Western Electric employees in the City of Allentown, FirstCommonwealth has since grown to become the largest credit union in the Lehigh Valley. Built on the philosophy of “people helping people,” the credit union, its employees and its members have always played a vital role in supporting Pennsylvania’s communities.
A New Beginning
In 2026, First Commonwealth started the WeThrive Foundation as an independent 501(c)(3) organization. With a dedicated team and resources, we can fully focus on our Foundation’s vision of creating stronger communities by empowering individuals to achieve personal and financial wellness.
Empowerment Through Education
Knowledge is the foundation of financial capability
Second Chances Matter
Past circumstances should not determine future opportunities
Credit Union Principles
People helping people and community over profit
Educational Access
All students deserve the tools and infrastructure to learn
Sustainable Impact
Programs designed to create lasting change, not temporary relief
Data-Informed Service
We measure what we do and adapt based on what we learn
Board of Directors and Leadership
Vince Gorman
Board Chair
Retired
Eugene Auman
Vice Chair
Retired
Kimberly Duhamel-Murray
Treasurer
Chief Financial Officer
First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union
Karen Smith
Secretary
Chief Executive Officer
Volunteer Center of Lehigh Valley
Olivia Fluke
Director
Director of Grant Development
United Way of Greater Lehigh Valley
Doug Snellen, CFed®
Executive Director
WeThrive Foundation