WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (October 16, 2025) – Truliant Federal Credit Union announced today that it is the number one credit union originator of Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) loans for the second year in a row.
As of September 2025, the close of the SBA’s fiscal year, Truliant made significant strides in the lending landscape, ranking 31st among all lenders nationwide. This year, the credit union approved $224 million in SBA 7(a) loans, with an average loan size of $1.3 million. This marks a 24-position leap from last year, when Truliant ranked 55th with $104 million in approved loans.
The 7(a) loan program is the SBA's primary business loan program for providing financial assistance to small businesses. Truliant is the third-largest North Carolina-based originator in the category, which includes state banks.
“This is fantastic news for Truliant’s SBA team,” said Don Jackson, senior vice president of SBA lending at Truliant. “With our expanded team in place, including a national group of experienced business development officers who specialize in structuring SBA loans, we are poised for success and ready to serve the needs of small business owners.”
Since joining Truliant in 2020, Jackson, who leads the SBA team, has focused on national production, emphasizing controlled growth to maintain high-quality service.
Credit unions are a significant source of SBA loans, which offer lower down payments and longer repayment terms compared to traditional loans. Truliant’s SBA team guides business owners through the borrowing process, structuring customized loans to meet their needs. The team supports small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs through owner-occupied commercial real estate lending, business acquisitions, and partner buyouts up to $5 million.
About Truliant Federal Credit Union
Truliant is a mission-driven, not-for-profit financial institution based in Winston-Salem, N.C. It improves lives by providing great service and straightforward financial solutions. Truliant was chartered in 1952 and serves 336,000+ members. A top 100 U.S. credit union, Truliant has more than 35 branches in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. For more information, visit www.truliant.org.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Contact: Heath Combs
[email protected]
(o) 336-293-2054 (c) 336-442-5736
We are proud to offer fewer fees at a lower cost compared to many other financial institutions. Below are our current fees for Reserve Plus Banking:
| General Charges |
| Fee Type |
Fee Amount |
| Monthly maintenance |
$25.00
Waived with any of the following:
1) Average Monthly Deposit Relationship ≥ $25,000, or
2) Average Monthly Truliant Financial Advisors Investment ≥ $50,000 |
| Order checks |
Standard Truliant Checks are free |
| Wire transfer (outgoing) |
$25.00 Domestic, $35.00 International (incoming wires are free) |
| Overdraft Charges |
| Fee Type |
Fee Amount |
| Balance Backup* and Balance Backup+** overdraft protection |
$28.00/transaction (limit of six service charges per day) - 1 fee waiver per calendar year |
| Deposit account overdraft protection transfer service charge |
$3.00 (limit once daily) |
| Line of credit overdraft protection transfer service charge |
$3.00 (limit once daily) |
*Balance Backup service charge occurs anytime we cover overdrafts caused by check, recurring transaction, or other transaction made using checking account or debit card number.
**Balance Backup
+ service charge occurs anytime we cover overdrafts caused by debit card or ATM transactions.
For a comprehensive listing of account-related fees, special service fees, and additional details,
log in to online or mobile banking to view our Deposit Account Agreement or Business Deposit Account Agreement.
Enjoy a full suite of everyday benefits designed to protect your wallet, your time, and your peace of mind — all part of this powerful package.
Unexpected perks — A $90 per month value if purchased separately:
- Lifestyle Protection and Savings
- Cell phone protection coverage
- 24/7 roadside assistance
- Buyer protection and extended warranties
- Telehealth for your family
- Save on healthcare (prescription, vision and dental discounts)
- Travel and leisure discounts
- Shopping perks (receive cash back or use for purchases)
- Shell station fuel perks
- Security and Fraud Protection
- Credit and identity monitoring
- View details.
- Or call the Benefits Service Center at 866-298-3686, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET for assistance with registration and activation.
Money Access and Everyday Banking Perks:
- Free standard Truliant checks
- Free official checks
- Free incoming wire transfers
- One-time overdraft fee waiver (per calendar year)
- Early Pay — Get your paycheck up to 2 days early
- Surcharge-free ATMs — Access to 80,000 ATMs worldwide that waive their fees for our members
- Free ATM withdrawals, even outside Truliant
Access to more than 80,000 surcharge-free ATMs. A surcharge-free ATM is one you can use without paying an extra fee charged by the ATM owner. Truliant partners with a nationwide network of ATMs that let you withdraw cash, check balances, and more—without those added fees.
Even if the ATM isn’t Truliant-branded, it can still be surcharge-free if it’s part of our network.
Use the
ATM locator to find the most convenient locations near you.
Our
Balance Backup coverage offers members emergency overdraft protection, allowing important items to clear and helping you avoid returned payment fees from payees.
Truliant will strive to pay the following types of transactions when you do not have funds available.
- Checks and other transactions made using your checking account number
- Automatic recurring drafts made using your debit card number
We also offer
Balance Backup+ for the following types of transactions when insufficient funds exist in your account:
- Debit card transactions
- ATM transactions
For complete details visit our
overdraft protection page.
We are proud to offer fewer fees at a lower cost compared to many other financial institutions. Below are our current fees for SafeSpend Banking:
| General Charges |
| Fee Type |
Fee Amount |
| Monthly maintenance |
$5.00
Waived with any of the following:
1) Monthly Total Deposits ≥ $250, or
2) 23 or younger |
| Official check, payable to third party |
$5.00/check |
| Wire transfer (incoming) |
$10.00 (Domestic / International) |
| Wire transfer (outgoing) |
$25.00 (Domestic) $35.00 (International) |
For a comprehensive listing of account-related fees, special service fees, and additional details,
log in to online or mobile banking to view our Deposit Account Agreement or Business Deposit Account Agreement.
Receive one free overdraft per calendar year by contacting us or visiting a branch. Normal fee of $28 per overdraft applies for all other overdrafts.
Non-Sufficient Funds occur when there isn’t enough money in your account to complete a payment. If this happens, we’ll simply reject the payment — and we won’t charge you a fee.
Truliant's Early Pay program lets you access your money up to two days before your payday on Automated Clearing House (ACH) direct deposits. You don't need to sign up or opt-in: Early Pay is a free and automatic service we provide to our members.
See more details here.
Acceptable forms of identification:
- Driver’s license (state or U.S. territory issued)
- Driver’s license learner permit (state or U.S. territory issued)
- ID card (state or U.S. territory issued)
- Passport (U.S. or foreign government-issued)
- Armed Forces ID (U.S. government-issued)
- Permanent resident card (U.S. government-issued)
- Employment authorization card (U.S. government-issued)
- VISA (U.S. government-issued)
- Matricula Consular ID (Mexican consulate issued)
All identification must be valid, have a full-face photo, and not be expired.
Additional documents may be requested to verify identity and residency.
Enjoy a full suite of everyday benefits designed to protect your wallet, your time, and your peace of mind — all part of this powerful package.
Unexpected perks — A $90 per month value if purchased separately:
- Lifestyle Protection and Savings
- Cell phone protection coverage
- 24/7 roadside assistance
- Buyer protection and extended warranties
- Telehealth for your family
- Save on healthcare (prescription, vision and dental discounts)
- Travel and leisure discounts
- Shopping perks (receive cash back or use for purchases)
- Shell station fuel perks
- Security and Fraud Protection
- Credit and identity monitoring
- View details.
- Or call the Benefits Service Center at 866-298-3686, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET for assistance with registration and activation.
Money Access and Everyday Banking Perks:
- One-time overdraft fee waiver (per calendar year)
- Early Pay — Get your paycheck up to 2 days early
- Low-cost standard Truliant checks — Only $10 per order
- Surcharge-free ATMs — Access to 80,000 ATMs worldwide that waive their fees for our members
- Free ATM withdrawals, even outside Truliant
We are proud to offer fewer fees at a lower cost compared to many other financial institutions. Below are our current fees for Essentials Plus Banking:
| General Charges |
| Fee Type |
Fee Amount |
| Monthly maintenance |
$7.50
Waived with any of the following:
1) Monthly Direct Deposit ≥ $500, or
2) Average Monthly Checking Balance ≥ $1,500, or
3) Average Monthly Deposit Relationship ≥ $5,000 |
| Order checks |
Standard Truliant Checks = $10.00 |
| Official check, payable to third party |
$5.00/check |
| Wire transfer (incoming) |
$10.00 Domestic or International |
| Wire transfer (outgoing) |
$25.00 Domestic, $35.00 International |
| Overdraft Charges |
| Fee Type |
Fee Amount |
| Balance Backup* and Balance Backup+** overdraft protection |
$28.00/transaction (limit of six service charges per day) - 1 fee waiver per calendar year |
| Deposit account overdraft protection transfer service charge |
$3.00 (limit once daily) |
| Line of credit overdraft protection transfer service charge |
$3.00 (limit once daily) |
*Balance Backup service charge occurs anytime we cover overdrafts caused by check, recurring transaction, or other transaction made using checking account or debit card number.
**Balance Backup
+ service charge occurs anytime we cover overdrafts caused by debit card or ATM transactions.
For a comprehensive listing of account-related fees, special service fees, and additional details,
log in to online or mobile banking to view our Deposit Account Agreement or Business Deposit Account Agreement.
