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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 14A

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Securities Exchange Act of 1934

(Amendment No.      )

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Southern National Bancorp of Virginia, Inc.

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*** Exercise Your Right to Vote ***

IMPORTANT NOTICE Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials

SOUTHERN NATIONAL BANCORP OF VA, INC.

Meeting Information

Meeting Type: Annual Meeting

For holders as of: March 01, 2010

Date: April 22, 2010 Time: 2:00 PM EDT

Location: International Country Club

13200 Lee Jackson Hwy

Fairfax, VA 22033

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51 MERCEDES WAY

EDGEWOOD NY 11717

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John Sample

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You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the above named company.

This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to vote these shares. This communication presents only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at www.proxyvote.com or easily request a paper copy (see reverse side).

We encourage you to access and review all of the important information contained in the proxy materials before voting.

See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions.

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— Before You Vote —

How to Access the Proxy Materials

Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE:

1. Form 10-K 2. Notice & Proxy Statement

How to View Online:

Have the 12-Digit Control Number available (located on the following page) and visit: www.proxyvote.com.

How to Request and Receive a PAPER or E-MAIL Copy:

If you want to receive a paper or e-mail copy of these documents, you must request one. There is NO charge for requesting a copy. Please choose one of the following methods to make your request:

1) BY INTERNET: www.proxyvote.com

2) BY TELEPHONE: 1-800-579-1639

3) BY E-MAIL*: sendmaterial@proxyvote.com

* If requesting materials by e-mail, please send a blank e-mail with the 12-Digit Control Number (located on the following page) in the subject line.

Requests, instructions and other inquiries sent to this e-mail address will NOT be forwarded to your investment advisor. Please make the request as instructed above on or before April 08, 2010 to facilitate timely delivery.

— How To Vote —

Please Choose One of The Following Voting Methods

Vote In Person: If you choose to vote these shares in person at the meeting, you must request a “legal proxy.” To do so, please follow the instructions at www.proxyvote.com or request a paper copy of the materials, which will contain the appropriate instructions. Many shareholder meetings have attendance requirements including, but not limited to, the possession of an attendance ticket issued by the entity holding the meeting. Please check the meeting materials for any special requirements for meeting attendance.

Vote By Internet: To vote now by Internet, go to www.proxyvote.com. Have the 12 Digit Control Number available and follow the instructions.

Vote By Mail: You can vote by mail by requesting a paper copy of the materials, which will include a voting instruction form.

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Voting items

The Board of Directors recommends that you vote FOR the following:

1. Election of Directors

Nominees

01 R. Roderick Porter 02 Robin R. Shield

The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposal(s):

2. Approval of the 2010 Stock Awards and Incentive Plan

3. Ratification of Appointment of Independent Registered Public Accountants

NOTE: Such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment thereof.

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Voting Instructions

THIS SPACE RESERVED FOR LANGUAGE PERTAINING TO

BANKS AND BROKERS

AS REQUIRED BY THE NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE

THIS SPACE RESERVED FOR SIGNATURES IF APPLICABLE

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