Desert Financial Credit Union
Corporate brand
UnclaimedA not-for-profit credit union founded in 1939 by Arizona educators, serving members across Arizona.
Last updated September 11, 2026
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Overview
Desert Financial Credit Union is a not-for-profit credit union founded in 1939 by fifteen Valley educators who pooled $78.75 to start it. It offers consumer banking products including Free Checking, savings, certificates, auto loans, mortgages and HELOCs, and operates nearly 50+ branches statewide with access to more than 30,000+ surcharge-free ATMs in the Co-op network. It is the official retail banking partner of Arizona State University. In 2025 it reached a milestone of 500,000 members and gave $4.7 million to nonprofit partners.
History
Desert Financial was founded in 1939 by fifteen Valley educators who pooled $78.75 to start the credit union. It has served members for over 85 years. In 2024, it marked its 85th anniversary, with membership over 475,000 and assets nearly $9 billion. In 2025, it reached 500,000 members and gave $4.7 million to nonprofit partners.
Products and positioning
Not-for-profit credit union focused on sharing success and creating exceptional experiences for members and community.
Product categories. Free Checking · Savings · Certificates · Auto loans · Mortgage loans · HELOCs
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