Desert Financial, founded in 1939, is Arizona's largest local credit union. Operating as a not-for-profit institution, it serves over 500,000 members through more than 50 branches across the state, with assets exceeding $9 billion. The organization employs approximately 1,400 team members.
As a credit union, Desert Financial is structured around the principle of people helping people, with a stated commitment to member financial well-being over profits. Its range of financial services includes checking and savings accounts, auto loans, mortgages, credit cards, investments, and wealth management.
The credit union engages in community involvement through fundraising, volunteering, Random Acts of Kindness initiatives, and financial education programs. It has also adopted modern digital banking solutions alongside its branch network.
