Arizona
Harborstone Credit Union Announces Agreement to Acquire HUSTL from Vantage West Credit Union
Harborstone Credit Union announced on Oct. 28 that it has entered into a purchase and assumption agreement with Vantage West Credit Union to acquire its brand, HUSTL, an all-digital banking platform and division of Vantage West Credit Union.
Your Invitation to Connect: Credit Union Community Events in November Across the Region
Credit union communities gatherings offer a chance to meet like‑minded peers, share ideas, and strengthen the relationships that fuel the Credit Union Movement.
Tucson Federal Credit Union Commits $55,793 to Schools, Youth Sports, and the Arts in Third-Quarter Community Giving
TFCU’s third-quarter giving reflects the credit union’s continued commitment to being beyond involved, not only funding local work but strengthening relationships with the schools, teams, and organizations building opportunity across the region.
Seven GoWest Region Credit Union Leaders Earn CUDE Designation in October
The National Credit Union Foundation has named 53 leaders from across the United States as the newest Credit Union Development Educators (CUDEs) of 2026.
Credit Unions Across the West Put the Cooperative Spirit Into Action on ICU Day
From volunteering in local communities to supporting people impacted by disasters and sharing the credit union mission through local media, credit unions across the GoWest region marked International Credit Union Day on Oct. 15 by putting the Credit Union Difference into action.
Councils Are Back for Round 3: Fresh Insight, Practical Takeaways, and Peer Connections
GoWest Councils are gearing up for a strong lineup for the final sessions of 2026. These sessions are designed to tackle timely challenges and deliver real-world strategies you can take back to your credit union.
Kino School Music Classroom Nears Completion Following Tucson Federal Credit Union’s $90,000 Gift
The new music classroom at Kino School is nearing completion, with drywall, doors, windows, insulation, and wiring now in place following a $90,000 gift from Tucson Federal Credit Union to fund the campus expansion.
GoWest Honors Advocacy Leaders With 2026 Top of the Hill Awards
The Top of the Hill award is presented to two credit unions in each GoWest state and celebrates credit unions that demonstrate exceptional growth and leadership in advocacy, grassroots engagement, and public policy influence that protects and advances the Credit Union Movement.
Tucson Federal Credit Union’s Targeted Email Strategy Drives Record Member Engagement in First Half of 2026
Tucson Federal Credit Union (TFCU) closed the first half of 2026 with measurable growth in member engagement, capping a six-month […]
Arizona Central Credit Union Names Greg Malmedal as New CFO
Throughout his career, Greg Malmedal has successfully led complex financial initiatives, including subordinated debt strategies and Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) activities within the credit union sector.
Arizona Young Professionals Pack Health Kits for Arizona Children
The volunteer event offered an opportunity for young professionals to make a tangible difference while connecting with peers and putting the credit union philosophy of People Helping People into action.
Help Shape What’s Next: 2027 Committee Nominations Extended to Oct. 23
GoWest is now accepting nominations for its 2027 committees, advisory groups and working groups, with opportunities spanning advocacy, regulation, innovation, communications, recognition, fraud prevention and more.
Tucson Federal Credit Union CEO Matthew Gaspari Named a Credit Union Leader of the Year by AZ Business Magazine
The Excellence in Banking section recognizes Arizona’s leading banks, credit unions, and financial services organizations, along with the executives driving the industry forward through leadership, innovation, community involvement and excellence.
Richard Laermer to Lead Conversation on Strengthening the Credit Union Story at CEO Co-Lab in January 2027
Communications strategist and bestselling author Richard Laermer will join GoWest leaders for an interactive session focused on reputation, relevance, and the collective credit union brand.
Your Invitation to Connect: Credit Union Community Events in October Across the Region
Credit union communities gatherings offer a chance to meet like‑minded peers, share ideas, and strengthen the relationships that fuel the Credit Union Movement.
First Credit Union Awards $2,000 to Arizona Pet Owner Through Tails of Giving Campaign
First Credit Union recently awarded Chandler, Ariz.-area resident Kiley Jefferson $2,000 to help offset veterinary expenses for her eight-year-old Heeler […]
Tucson Federal Credit Union Presents Rock the Old Pueblo: Battle of the Bands, a Showcase for Tucson’s Next Generation of Musicians
With funding for band, orchestra, and choir programs having been cut across Tucson’s public schools, TFCU created Rock the Old Pueblo to help close that gap.
GoWest Member Credit Unions Shine as Luminaries Awards Finalists
Fourteen GoWest member credit unions have been named finalists for the Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards, earning recognition for programs and leaders making extraordinary contributions to the Credit Union Movement.
GoWest Leaders Among Nation’s Newest Credit Union Development Educators
The National Credit Union Foundation has named 54 leaders from across the United States as the next Credit Union Development Educators of 2026.
Five GoWest Member Credit Unions Receive FHLBank San Francisco AHEAD Grants to Support Local Communities
AHEAD grants help financial institutions and community partners create new opportunities in low- to moderate-income communities.
Tucson Federal Credit Union’s Q2 Giving Reaches Education, Housing Access, Workforce Readiness, Youth Programs, and Financial Education
Tucson Federal Credit Union continued its community investment work in the second quarter of 2026, committing more than $216,200 in grants, sponsorships, and programmatic support for organizations advancing education, housing access, workforce readiness, youth development, financial education, and community-based programming across Arizona.