CU News Winter 2025

Nov 10, 2025

Here's the latest news and announcements for the members of Arizona Financial Credit Union. 

President's Message

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In my update, find out about our recent grant awards of $300,000 to Arizona nonprofits. Looking ahead to 2026, our branch expansion will continue, and we'll be rolling out a new loyalty program.

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FEATURE: We awarded $300,000 in Grants

Local Causes Grants Check

 

Arizona Financial recently awarded $300,000 in grants through its Local Causes grants program.

With the launch of its new Foundation the credit union will be able to expand charitable giving to Arizona nonprofits, focusing on domestic violence awareness, first responders, financial education and community engagement.

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Branch expansion: New Biltmore & Queen Creek branches

New Biltmore branch

Looking ahead to 2026, we're planning to open our new Phoenix Biltmore branch in January or February at 32nd Street and Camelback Road. 

In late 2026 or early 2027, our new Queen Creek branch is expected to open depending on how construction and permitting progress. It will be located near Ellsworth and Rittenhouse roads.

New fee for incoming wires

Wires

Periodically, the credit union reviews its current fee structure to ensure the fees we charge are adequate to cover costs.

Effective, Jan. 5, there will be a new $9 fee for incoming wires over $100. For the current fee schedule, visit ArizonaFinancial.org/Disclosures 

‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ offers: Split Your Payments

BNPLStretch your money further! Now with our Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) offers in online and mobile banking – you can split large purchases made on your Arizona Financial debit card into smaller payments for added financial flexibility.

Plus, with our BNPL program, there are no credit checks – and you can accept offers and manage your purchases all within online and mobile banking.

Relationship rewards program coming in 2026

Loyalty

We’re excited to announce, starting in January we’ll begin rolling out our new Loyalty program designed to reward your long-term membership and overall financial relationship with us.

The program will reward members at 1, 5, and 10 years with valuable benefits and loan rate discounts.

Watch for more details in January.


 

Travel notice reminder

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Don’t let a declined card ruin holiday travel. If you’re traveling for the holidays, make sure to notify us to avoid any issues with your debit or credit card.

It’s easy! Just access Card Controls in online and mobile banking and set a Travel Notice. With Card Controls you can also turn your cards on or off, set alerts and transaction control limits.

Questions? Give us a call at 602-683-1000. Card Controls is not available in business online banking.

Make car buying easy & save

Car buying

The end of the year (and the new year) is a great time to buy a car.

Experience the convenience of our car buying services through our partners at Members’ Auto Center.

You can shop online or let them do the legwork for you. They can help you find the perfect new or used vehicle at a great price.

Loan rate discount

Plus, qualified members can get a 0.25% loan rate discount on your Arizona Financial auto loan.

Get started at ArizonaFinancial.org/MAC