PHOENIX –Four local credit unions–OneAZ Credit Union, Arizona Financial CU, TruWest CU and Landings Credit Union, held their first Annual Arizona Credit Union Week in conjunction with International Credit Union Week.
The inaugural celebration spotlighted the multitude of ways credit unions empower financial independence, strengthen local economies, and serve as a force for good in neighborhoods and communities across Arizona. The CUs teamed up for several days of activities that culminated with International Credit Union Day. Fans were able tell their favorite credit union story and follow the fun all week long with the hashtag #AZCUWeek.
The week included:
- Oct. 16th: Myths & Memes (overcoming misconceptions about credit unions)
- Oct. 17th: Local Battle (CUs went head to head to promote “localness”)
- Oct. 18th: Over the Top Impact (How CUs have gone “over the top” to help members and communities)
- Oct. 19th: International Credit Union Day (All CUs celebrated 75 years)
- Oct. 20th: CU Cash Crew teams headed out in the community to member-owned businesses to cover the costs of goods/services of its patrons. Surprise stops were announced throughout the day)
“Arizona’s credit unions are a mighty force for empowering members’ dreams, driving economic development, and inspiring community action,” said Brandon Michaels, OneAZ Credit Union president & CEO. “Arizona Credit Union Week was a chance for us to celebrate our members and the ways in which we elevate their financial well-being and improve lives in their communities.”
“With deep roots in our local community, we were pleased to join members in celebration of Arizona Credit Union Week,” said Brian Lee, Landings Credit Union president & CEO “With a commitment to financial education, tools and resources for wealth management and a members first approach, we spotlight how credit unions continue to create a lasting impact within the communities they serve.”
“Arizona Credit Union Week was an incredible opportunity for Arizona credit unions to showcase their core value of people helping people through an impactful week of education, service, and surprises,” said Alan Althouse, TruWest Credit Union president & CEO.
“We aimed to create positive financial outcomes for individuals and families through financial literacy education, loans for small businesses, sponsoring community events and funding charitable causes,” said Amy Hysell, Arizona Financial Credit Union president & CEO.