Utah Athletics and America First Credit Union Announce Naming Rights Agreement for On-Campus Ballpark

Multi-year partnership will name Utes’ on-campus home America First Ballpark FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 14, 2023 SALT LAKE CITY—The University of Utah Athletics Department and America First Credit Union today announced a multi-year partnership to name the Utah baseball program’s future on-campus home America First Ballpark. The 10-year naming rights agreement comes as part of the fundraising drive that began in the spring of 2023 after the University of Utah’s Board of Trustees granted contingency approval for the construction of an on-campus ballpark to be located on the site of the current Utah Baseball practice field on Guardsman Way.…
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America First Credit Union Unveils New, Limited-Edition Utah Jazz Visa® Debit Card

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Utah Jazz fans can support their favorite NBA team with a limited-edition 2023-24 season AFCU debit card SALT LAKE CITY – Oct. 25, 2023 – America First Credit Union is proud to be the official credit union of the Utah Jazz. As the team prepares for the upcoming 2023-24 Season, America First is debuting a new, limited-edition version of the exclusive Utah Jazz Visa® debit card. The 2023 limited edition card showcases the bold Utah Jazz yellow and black colors and features the signature Jazz note logo. The Utah Jazz Visa debit card is available at no…
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America First Credit Union Unveils Official Utah Athletics Branded Visa Debit Card

Score big with the new debit card from the official credit union of Utah Athletics Salt Lake City – Aug. 22, 2023 – University of Utah Athletics fans have a new way to support their favorite team with the help of America First Credit Union. As the official credit union of the University of Utah Athletics, America First announced the official Utah Athletics debit card. The card features the Utah logo on a sleek white background with a visible crimson core, allowing cardholders to show off their Utah pride with every purchase. “We’re excited to give our members another way…
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America First Credit Union and the Utah Jazz Announce Winner of Annual Small Businesses Spotlight

Utah-based Elite Turf Supply receives a $200K sponsorship with the Utah Jazz SALT LAKE CITY – Aug 18, 2023 – America First Credit Union (AFCU) and the Utah Jazz are excited to announce today Elite Turf Supply as the grand prize winner of its annual “Small Business Spotlight” contest. The Utah-based artificial turf supplier was announced as the contest winner during a live finals event at Delta Center. As the winner, America First Credit Union will provide Elite Turf Supply with a single-season sponsorship agreement with the Utah Jazz valued at approximately $200,000. The winner will also receive arena signage,…
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LIFEGUARD ARENA RENAMED AMERICA FIRST CENTER IN HENDERSON

LIFEGUARD ARENA RENAMED AMERICA FIRST CENTER IN HENDERSON

  America First Credit Union becomes the Official Credit Union of Hockey  in Las Vegas as exclusive partner for VGK and HSK  HENDERSON (June 27, 2023) – The Foley Entertainment Group announced today, June 27, that the Henderson Silver Knights training facility and community ice rink that houses VGK and HSK hockey programming and other community events year-round in the Water Street District of Henderson has been renamed America First Center in Henderson.  The new name coincides with a multi-year extension of Foley Entertainment Group’s partnership with America First Credit Union. America First has been a partner of the Vegas Golden…
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America First Credit Union Awarded Nevada Small Business Administration’s 2022 Lender of the Year

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Credit Union is Also the Top SBA Credit Union Lender in the U.S.   Members of America First Credit Union’s Nevada Business/Commercial Lending team at the Nevada SBA Awards luncheon on May 4, 2023. AFCU was awarded 2022 Lender of the Year. Pictured: Gina Maceo, Roger Unger, Frank Tavares, and AFCU’s SVP Commercial Lending, Blake Weathers.   LAS VEGAS, NV – May 9, 2023 – America First Credit Union (AFCU) was honored at the Nevada Small Business Administration (SBA) Awards luncheon on May 4 at the Westgate Resort in Las Vegas, receiving the award for…
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America First Credit Union Holds 84th Annual Meeting.

Riverdale, UT – April 18, 2023 - The 84th Annual Meeting of America First Credit Union (AFCU) was held on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 3 p.m. MDT. Linda Carver, current chair of the board of directors, welcomed both in-person and virtual attendees and thanked them for their participation. President/CEO of the Utah Credit Union Association, Scott Simpson, was in attendance along with longtime supporter of the credit union and attorney, Bruce Richards, who served as parliamentarian. Other members of the board were introduced and recognized for their many years of dedication and service to the credit union. Thayne Shaffer,…
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America First Credit Union to Award $50,000 in College Scholarships

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Last Call for Applications for Ten Scholarships Valued at $5,000 Each SALT LAKE CITY – April 21, 2023 – America First Credit Union (AFCU) is accepting applications for its America First Charitable Foundation Scholarship Program until April 30. In celebration of its fifth year of the scholarship program, AFCU is increasing the ten scholarships to $5,000 each ($1,000 in previous years) for graduating high school seniors and undergraduate students at two- and four-year technical colleges or universities who share a desire to serve others. The mission of the America First Charitable Foundation is to encourage and administer contributions…
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During National Financial Literacy Month, America First Credit Union to Award Ten Classroom Parties to Local Schools

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RIVERDALE, UT – April 21, 2023 – In celebration of National Financial Literacy Month, America First Credit Union (AFCU) is awarding ten (10) classroom parties to lucky local schools. AFCU strongly believes that teaching the next generation about smart money management and good monetary habits can put them on the path to financial success. To nominate a class, simply write a brief essay or recorded video about why financial literacy is important. Essays and videos can be submitted through AFCU’s website no later than April 30, 2023. When it comes to managing money, education is the foundation…
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AFCU is helping to teach the community about financial literacy

   Salt Lake City, Utah (Good Things Utah) — Dave Nellis – Director of Public Relations visited us on Good Things Utah and he is excited to share some information about America First Credit Union’s commitment to financial literacy. At America First, they believe in helping the community understand financial literacy. They offer various programs to teach financial skills such as personal financial management, budgeting, and investing. Their FUNDamentals program is a valuable tool to teach K-12 students about money matters and financial success. They also provide content for adults that they can present throughout the community. Their presentations…
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