Category: Press Releases

Experienced credit union leader brings decades of legal expertise to support continued growth and regulatory excellence. OGDEN, UT (April 8, 2026) — America First Credit Union today announced the appointment of Jessica Graham as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer. Graham brings nearly 30 years of legal expertise to America First. She spent several years in private practice with national law firms, and the last 23 years as General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer for large institutions with multi-state and international operations. Most recently, she served as Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer & Chief Legal Officer…

America First Credit Union will donate $100 for every goal Rising scores throughout the 2026 regular season PHOENIX (April 1, 2026) – Phoenix Rising FC and America First Credit Union today announced the return of the “Goals for Good” initiative, which will donate $100 to a local nonprofit organization for every goal scored during the 2026 USL Championship regular season. “We’re always looking for ways to connect what happens on the field to something bigger in our community,” said Rising Vice President of Business Operations, Joey Castor. “America First Credit Union has been a strong partner that values investing in…

New Desert Color Branch provides convenient access to financial services for members in Washington County ST. GEORGE, Utah (March 10, 2026) — America First Credit Union (AFCU) today opened a new branch in St. George, expanding access to financial services for members in Washington County and surrounding communities. Located at 952 W. Black Mountain Drive, the Desert Color Branch provides convenient access to the credit union’s full range of financial products and services, including savings and checking accounts, home and auto loans, business services and financial guidance from local experts. The new branch reflects America First’s continued investment in Southern Utah…

Volunteers assembled 1,500 weekend meal kits for donation to Bountiful Food Pantry For Immediate Release SANDY, Utah (Feb. 26, 2026) — As the Utah Royals FC unveiled their new jersey kit Thursday, players and volunteers from America First Credit Union assembled 1,500 weekend meal kits for Utah families facing hunger. Food insecurity remains a pressing issue in Utah. According to Feeding America, 1 in 7 Utah children face food insecurity, meaning they do not always know where their next meal will come from. For many students, school breakfast and lunch provide the most consistent meals of the week. When Friday afternoon…

America First Credit Union partnered with Make-A-Wish Nevada and Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball to support the annual “Swish for a Wish” campaign, helping raise funds to grant life-changing wishes for children facing critical illnesses. During Nevada’s matchup against the New Mexico Lobos men's basketball on Feb. 24 at Lawlor Events Center in Reno, America First Credit Union presented a $10,000 donation to Make-A-Wish Nevada as part of the campaign. America First has supported the initiative annually since 2021. “Swish for a Wish” encourages fans, businesses, and members of the community to support wish-granting efforts by pledging donations based on…

Awarding $5000 to 10 eligible students committed to community service, who have leadership and academic potential OGDEN, Utah (February 5, 2026) – America First Credit Union is celebrating the commencement of its eighth annual Charitable Foundation scholarship program, and will be awarding (10) scholarships worth $5,000 each. The foundation recognizes and awards scholarships each year to America First members who are graduating high school seniors or undergraduate students currently enrolled in a two-year, four-year, or technical college or university, and have a passion for serving and helping others. The America First Charitable Foundation is looking for candidates who embody the people-helping-people philosophy;…

Ribbon cut on Charlie Monfort Field at America First Ballpark, marking Utah Baseball’s return to campus for the first time in nearly 30 years  SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 28, 2026) — The University of Utah celebrated the grand opening of Charlie Monfort Field at America First Ballpark on Wednesday, marking a new era for Utah Baseball and bringing the program back to campus for the first time in nearly 30 years. Approximately 150 supporters, community leaders and partners gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony recognizing the completion of the new ballpark, located along Guardsman Way at the southern edge of campus. America First Credit Union partnered with…

Majority of business members now start online as onboarding times drop from days to minutes RIVERDALE, Utah (Nov. 21, 2025) — America First Credit Union (AFCU) today announced strong early results from its new digital business account platform, which lets small business owners open and fund accounts in minutes instead of days. Developed in partnership with Loquat, Inc., the platform simplifies how entrepreneurs and local organizations begin banking with America First. Applicants can now complete the process entirely online, through the AFCU mobile app, or at any of the credit union’s 116 branches across six states. Within the first month,…

Funding supports 18 partners across six states as shutdown impacts linger and families wait for restored SNAP benefits.   RIVERDALE, Utah (Nov. 19, 2025) — America First Credit Union (AFCU) is committing $1 million in emergency charitable funding to food banks and community partners responding to unprecedented demand following the federal shutdown. The support will help organizations across the states the credit union serves address immediate food needs as families wait for furlough back pay and delayed SNAP benefits. Food pantries throughout Utah and neighboring states have reported record lines, depleted shelves and a surge in first-time visitors — including…

AFCU takes home more category wins than any other large credit union and was a finalist for the best of show “MACQUEE” award   FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (Nov. 10, 2025) — America First Credit Union (AFCU) earned top honors at the 2025 Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) Awards, taking home more category wins in the $1 billion-plus asset class than any other entrant. This year’s competition drew a record 458 entries across 27 categories. “These awards recognize work that creates real value for our members — clearer communications, better product recommendations, and community partnerships that matter,” said Zach Winegar, senior…