OneAZ Credit Union is marking its approaching 75th anniversary with special offers and a new branch opening in Peoria. The Arizona-based credit union is offering a $375 bonus for new members, up to $1,500 for members consolidating household auto loans, and up to $750 off appraisal costs for eligible mortgages during a 75-day countdown to the milestone. The Peoria branch expands OneAZ's presence in the West Valley region. Founded in 1951, OneAZ serves over 230,000 members through 26 branches and holds $4.3 billion in assets. President and CEO Mike Boden said the anniversary celebrates both the credit union's history and future growth in Arizona communities.

Crossroads Mission secures $2 million Affordable Housing grant through OneAZ Credit Union. The grant will support Crossroads Mission's 120-bed Center for Hope housing project in Yuma. August 4, 2026 | By Katherine C. YUMA, Ariz. (TBD) - Crossroads Mission has received a $2 million Affordable Housing Program grant through the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, sponsored by OneAZ Credit Union, to help bring its Center for Hope project to life. The funding marks a major milestone for the 120-bed transitional housing development, which will provide critical support and housing opportunities for individuals experiencing homelessness in Yuma. "At OneAZ Credit Union, we believe thriving communities start with access to safe, stable housing and opportunities to build a stronger future. We're proud to partner with Crossroads Mission and the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco to help bring the Center for Hope project to life. This investment reflects our commitment to improving the lives of Arizonans and advancing our aspiration to create lasting impact in the communities we serve," says Mike Boden, President & CEO, OneAZ Credit Union. "The Center for Hope represents dignity, opportunity, and a pathway forward for some of our community's most vulnerable neighbors. I'm proud to see this project receive critical funding that will help turn this vision into reality. This investment will create a lasting impact for Yuma and strengthen our community for years to come," says Ricardo Perez, Yuma Market President, OneAZ Credit Union, and Crossroads Mission Board Member. "I want to thank OneAZ for partnering with Crossroads to help make Yuma County a better place to live. Crossroads will be offering homeless and addicted men a better place to live while they get back on their feet and become engaged citizens of this community. Crossroads and OneAZ will work in tandem to ensure the project is completed by late 2027," says Myra E. Garlit, Chief Executive office, Crossroads Misson. Crossroads Mission's Center for Hope provides housing, and homeless assistance through various services. The project will provide 120 beds of transitional housing for individuals experiencing homelessness. The $2 million Affordable Housing Program grant, secured through OneAZ Credit Union's sponsorship of the application to the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, represents a significant milestone in the project's capital campaign and future development. Project Highlights: * $2 million Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grant awarded through the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco. * Grant application sponsored by OneAZ Credit Union as a member of FHLBank San Francisco. * The Center for Hope will provide 120 beds of transitional housing in Yuma. * Project will serve individuals experiencing homelessness and support their journey toward stability and independence. * The grant is a key component of Crossroads Mission's broader capital campaign, with the total project expected to exceed $5 million in funding requirements. As the Center for Hope project moves forward, the $2 million grant represents more than funding - it represents a shared commitment to strengthening the Yuma community. By investing in housing and supportive services, Crossroads Mission, OneAZ Credit Union, and FHLBank San Francisco are helping create pathways to stability and brighter futures for those working to rebuild their lives.

OneAZ Credit Union invests $150K in Moonshot AZ to expand opportunities for rural entrepreneurs across Arizona. OneAZ Credit Union is proud to partner with Moonshot AZ as a title sponsor of the 2026 Rural Arizona Pitch Tour, bringing expanded opportunities, funding, and support to entrepreneurs across rural communities statewide. "We're proud to partner with Moonshot AZ to support entrepreneurs across rural Arizona," said Mike Boden, President and CEO of OneAZ Credit Union. "This partnership allows us to invest in local innovation, expand access to opportunity, and help small businesses thrive where they're needed most." "Entrepreneurs are the backbone of strong, resilient communities," Boden added. "By supporting the Rural Arizona Pitch Tour, we're helping create pathways for growth, financial empowerment, and long-term economic impact across the state." In addition to mentorship and local prize opportunities, every competitor who applies and attends a tour stop will receive a $5,500 Moonshot AZ membership at no cost, providing ongoing access to tools, resources, and support. OneAZ has committed $50,000 annually for three years, totaling a $150,000 investment. "Every stop on this tour is a chance to change someone's trajectory, and on October 24 in Phoenix, one of those entrepreneurs from the 20 tour stops is going to walk away as Moonshot's Rural AZ Pitch Champion," said Scott Hathcock, President & CEO of Moonshot. "As title sponsor, OneAZ Credit Union will be right there alongside Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, APS, and the Arizona Commerce Authority to help us determine who that is." "Twenty-five years of Moonshot, seven seasons of the Rural Arizona Pitch Tour, and this is our biggest tour yet - 20 stops across the state. That's not a coincidence; that's momentum," said Kiersten Hathcock, CMO & Tour Co-Producer at Moonshot. "OneAZ Credit Union understands what it means to be present, community-centered, and committed to rural and border communities and startup founders all across Arizona, and that's exactly the energy we want surrounding our entrepreneurs this year. Having them step in as title sponsor in our 25th anniversary year says everything about where this tour is headed." The 2026 Rural Arizona Pitch Tour marks Moonshot's largest expansion to date, reaching 20 cities and counties across the state and providing entrepreneurs with access to critical resources, mentorship, and funding opportunities. As title sponsor, OneAZ Credit Union is helping bring this initiative to communities that are often underserved but rich with innovation and potential. Key highlights of the tour include: * 20 tour stops statewide, offering free pitch training and mentorship * Local prize money awarded at each stop * Two $10,000 state titles (Innovation and Lifestyle) awarded at the Phoenix Finals on October 24 * A $5,000 Crowd Favorite award * Complimentary tickets and two-night hotel stays for each tour stop winner advancing to the finals * A $5,500 Moonshot membership provided at no cost to every competitor who applies and attends a tour stop The Rural Arizona Pitch Tour will culminate in the Phoenix Finals on October 24, where one entrepreneur will be named Moonshot's Rural AZ Pitch Champion. Entrepreneurs interested in participating can learn more and apply at moonshotazpitch.com.