News & Updates

AVENIR FINANCIAL

News & Updates

Annual Meeting

October 29, 2025. Members are invited to attend Avenir Financial Federal Credit Union’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 3:00pm in our Central Branch Conference Center, 1780 S. 1st Avenue, Yuma, AZ 85364.  The meeting will include the election of two Board Members.

Avenir Financial Donates New Digital Marquee to Somerton High School

April 25, 2024. Avenir Financial proudly announces the unveiling of a new digital marquee at Somerton High School. The new sign will serve as a vibrant welcome for visitors and locals alike to the brand-new high school, which opened in August 2023. 

The collaboration represents a significant milestone in Avenir Financial’s ongoing commitment to uplifting the communities we serve. “We have been proud members of the Somerton community for over thirty years. The addition of the new high school is monumental for the community, and we wanted to contribute something that would have a lasting impact,” stated Adele Sandberg, Avenir Financial’s President and CEO.

With its eye-catching design and strategic placement, the sign is informative, displaying current events for the school, and contributes to the aesthetic appeal of the surrounding area.

"Avenir Financial illuminates the path to success at Somerton High School with the generous donation of the state-of-the-art digital marquee sign,” stated Lucky Arvizo, Somerton High School Principal. “Supporting students is an example of their commitment to the community, and we are truly grateful for their invaluable contributions."

A ribbon cutting ceremony unveiling the sign was held on Thursday, April 25th. School officials, Somerton High School student council, local dignitaries, and Avenir Financial representatives were in attendance.

 

AEA Federal Credit Union is Now Avenir Financial

January 10, 2024. In late December 2023, we shared the exciting news of a change on the horizon: that we will be adopting a new name to better reflect who we are and our growing membership. We are excited to announce our new name and give you more information about what is ahead. On January 16, 2024, we enthusiastically opened our doors as:

Avenir is a name full of promise and energy. The new name reflects our longstanding passion for helping each of our members meet and exceed their financial goals. It reflects our deep roots in the communities we serve. It is also optimistic and actively reaching for the future, just like we are.

As Avenir Financial, we are committed to uplifting families toward their American dream – the ideal by which equality of opportunity is available to anyone, allowing the highest aspirations and goals to be achieved. We remain focused on building relationships because people are at the heart of everything we do. We will continue to be curious so we can learn and uncover opportunities that make lasting impacts on our members’ lives and the communities we serve. We are honored to be your financial institution.

On behalf of our staff and volunteer Board of Directors, we appreciate your membership and look forward to serving you as Avenir Financial for years to come.

Please take a moment to read the Q&A, stop by our branch, or give us a call at (928) 783-8881 with any questions or concerns regarding the change.

 

Avenir Financial Awarded Best Consumer Loan Experience for 2024 

February 13, 2024. Avenir Financial has been recognized as a recipient of the 2024 Best of the Best award, a prestigious accolade presented by MemberXP, a leading CX program offered through CU Solutions Group. This distinguished award is an annual acknowledgment given to credit unions that consistently excel in delivering exceptional service.

In 2023, over 300,000 MemberXP surveys were strategically deployed nationwide among nearly 8 million credit union members, spanning all 50 U.S. states, and extending into Canada. Custom questions were triggered by relevant member engagements and designed to capture insights spanning a diverse range of financial interactions, from account openings to loan applications. The annual competition focuses on two universal CX metrics – Net Promoter Score (NPS)^® and Member Effort Score (MES), meticulously identifying and verifying the top 25% of performers in each financial experience category, leading to the presentation of the Best of the Best awards. Avenir Financial stands among this elite group, exemplifying excellence in member satisfaction and service delivery."

We are delighted that our members took the time to share their feedback on our service,” stated Adele Sandberg, Avenir Financial President and CEO. “As a member-owned financial institution, this recognition illustrates our dedication to supporting the needs of our members and the communities we serve.”

"Fostering member loyalty amidst growing competition from financial institutions and Fintechs is a formidable challenge,” affirmed David Dean, COO for CU Solutions Group and leader of the MemberXP business unit. “However, credit unions that successfully engage members and harness their valuable insights not only distinguish themselves, but also wield the power to catalyze positive change within the organization. The recipients of this award attentively listened to the needs and desires of their members and took decisive actions based on that feedback, leading to remarkable results. Congratulations to this year's member experience leaders."