Arizona

Hughes Federal Credit Union Celebrates 20 Years of the Roberta Reeves Memorial Scholarship
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Roberta Reeves Memorial Scholarship, Ariz.-based Hughes Federal Credit Union announced this year’s 10 recipients, each awarded a $2,000 scholarship.

Credit Union West Celebrates New Branch with Grand Opening Event and Charity Donation
Credit Union West celebrated their new branch in Peoria, Ariz., with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting event that brought together members of the community.

Partnering for Rural Progress: GoWest Foundation Rural Access Grants Brings Ideas to Life
The GoWest Foundation’s Rural Access to Financial Services Grants are designed to empower credit unions to better understand the needs, opportunities, and challenges within rural populations.

Vantage West Named Best-in-State Credit Union for Third Consecutive Year
Vantage West Credit Union has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions, earning the honor for the third consecutive year.

GWLN Southern Arizona Sister Society Event Champions Personal Growth and Local Youth Engagement
The GWLN Southern Arizona Sister Society gathered for an inspiring and energizing luncheon centered on building healthy habits — personally, professionally, and within the community.

Azpire Builds a Bridge for Arizona’s Underbanked
Arizona Financial Credit Union has launched “Azpire,” a separate brand designed to help those who “operate outside of traditional banking systems.”

Credit Union West Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to Arizona High School Seniors
Credit Union West recently chose five Arizona high school seniors to receive $10,000 in scholarships from the credit union’s 2025 Scholarship Program.

Credit Union West Selects John Faries as New VP of Finance
Credit Union West has chosen John Faries to serve as its new Vice President of Finance.

Vantage West Bolsters Leadership Team with New Appointments
Vantage West Credit Union recently expanded its executive leadership team through the promotion of two long-standing, high-performing team members.

TruWest Credit Union Named Financial Institution of the Year by Priority Financial Group
Ariz.-based TruWest Credit Union was named Financial Institution of the Year by Priority Financial Group.

Vantage West Credit Union Welcomes David Denos as VP, Commercial Sales
Vantage West Credit Union recently announced the appointment of David Denos as VP, Commercial Sales Manager.

Tucson Credit Unions Win BLOOM Award for Developing a Collaborative Housing Solution
The Community Foundation of Southern Arizona honored Tucson Credit Unions with its 2025 Bold Aspirations BLOOM Award for the Tucson Welcome Home Program, which addresses one of the region’s most critical issues – affordable housing.

Hughes Federal Credit Union Launches New Debit Card Supporting Local Wildlife
Hughes Federal Credit Union recently launched its newest debit card, the “Quail Trail,” featuring exclusive artwork by renowned Tucson, Ariz., artist Diana Madaras.

Tucson Federal Credit Union’s Employee Book Club Builds Financial Wellness Through Positivity and Joy
Tucson Federal Credit Union’s employee book clubs bring team members together to explore books that address financial anxiety, the power of positive thinking, and the pursuit of joy in everyday life.

Brian Lee Steps into CEO Role at Arizona Central Credit Union
Arizona Central Credit Union recently welcomed Brian Lee as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, replacing the retiring Greg Harden.

Landings Credit Union Appoints Cecilia Ashe as Interim CEO Appointment
Landings Credit Union announced Cecilia Ashe has been appointed to Interim CEO.

Credit Union West Employees Donate Over $7,000 to HALO Animal Rescue
Credit Union West employees, in partnership with the CU West CARES Charitable Foundation, donated $7,928.32 to HALO Animal Rescue as part of the credit union’s EmployeesCARE Program.

First Credit Union Awards Educator Grant and Four Scholarships to Arizona Students
First Credit Union announced the latest recipients of its College Scholarship Program and Youth Financial Education Grant, awarding four scholarships to graduating high school seniors and one grant to a Phoenix-area educator.

Teaching Teens Real-World Financial Skills: First Credit Union’s Mad City Money Returns
First Credit Union hosted Mad City Money, an interactive budgeting experience for teens, at Chandler-Gilbert Community College – Pecos Campus for 47 teens.

Heart & Hustle: Credit Unions Step Up Big at the 2025 Phoenix Heart Walk
Credit unions show up in full force to support heart health, raising funds and awareness at one of Arizona’s largest community events.

Celebrating Every Credit Union’s Impact
Oxford Economics performed an analysis for all 311 credit unions with branches in the GoWest footprint in 2023. These reports, distributed to each credit union’s leadership team recently, measure the credit union’s contribution to the GDP, employment, wages, and member benefits.