316 Financial Partners With Liberty University to Help Students and Alumni Bank With Purpose

Author: 316 Financial | Published: Wednesday, October 22, 2025

LYNCHBURG, Va. — 316 Financial has announced a new partnership with Liberty University as an Official Corporate Partner, uniting faith and finance to empower students, alumni and friends of Liberty to bank with meaning.

At 316 Financial, the belief is simple: your money should reflect your values. This partnership underscores a shared mission between 316 Financial and Liberty University—an institution dedicated to developing Christ-centered leaders who influence the world for good.

“At 316 Financial, our goal is to make banking meaningful,” said Paige Whitaker, brand growth and partnerships manager at 316 Financial. “We believe your financial choices should reflect what matters most to you. Partnering with Liberty University allows us to serve a community that shares our faith-based values and our passion for generosity.”

To celebrate the new partnership, 316 Financial is offering $100 to Liberty University students, alumni and friends who open a new checking or savings account:

Checking account offer: Open a 316 Interest Checking or 316 Rewards Checking account by Dec. 14, 2025, using promo code LIBERTY, and make at least one debit card purchase by Dec. 31, 2025. Receive $100 deposited into your account by Jan. 15, 2026.

Savings account offer: Open a 316 Savings account by Dec. 14, 2025, using promo code LIBERTY, and reach a total deposit balance of $1,000 or more by Dec. 31, 2025, to receive $100 deposited into your account by Jan. 15, 2026.

Limit one reward per person. Deposit accounts can be opened with as little as $1. Promotional credit may be reported as interest on a 1099-INT if over $10.

“We’re excited to welcome 316 Financial as an Official Corporate Partner of Liberty Athletics,” said Justin Matzker, general manager of Liberty Athletics. “316 Financial shares Liberty’s commitment to faith, excellence and positive impact—values that resonate deeply with our students, alumni and fans. This partnership gives our community an opportunity to align their finances with their faith while supporting an organization that truly gives back.”

The partnership reflects a growing movement among Christian organizations to integrate faith-based values into everyday financial decisions. By choosing 316 Financial, Liberty University supporters can make their money matter—investing in both personal growth and Kingdom-minded generosity.

To learn more or open an account, visit www.bank316.com/liberty.

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About 316 Financial

316 Financial is a national, purpose-driven financial institution offering competitive, fee-free banking products that help individuals and organizations align their money with their faith. With a commitment to tithe 10% of profits to causes that reflect His teachings, 316 Financial empowers customers to bank with purpose and impact communities for good. Banking services are provided by 316 Financial, a division of Primis Bank, Member FDIC.

About Liberty University

Located in Lynchburg, Virginia, Liberty University is one of the world’s largest Christian universities, training champions for Christ in more than 700 programs of study. Liberty is dedicated to developing Christ-centered men and women with the values, knowledge and skills essential to impact the world.

Media Contact:
Paige Whitaker
Brand Growth and Partnerships Manager
316 Financial
[email protected] | www.bank316.com/liberty

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