The fabric of American Southwest Credit Union is about helping people.

The fabric of American Southwest Credit Union is about helping people.

 

We donate thousands of dollars each year to local charities because we care about people. Plus, our employees can get paid, up to 8 hours per year, for volunteering in their communities. Giving back to people is just part of who we are as a not-for-profit organization.

Charity Works, Donations, and Outreach

Donation to BHS Athletes Fund Organization

October 4, 2024

[caption id="attachment_10418" align="alignleft" width="300"] photo of donation to BHS Athletes Fund Organization.[/caption]   ASCU is thrilled to contribute to the BHS Athletes Fund Organization. Our donation aims to help provide essential resources and support to the talented athletes of our community.read more.

 
Donation to Green Valley Rotary Club

December 27, 2023

Yesenia Porras is our branch manager in Green Valley/Sahuarita.  She is also active in the Green Valley Rotary club, attending meetings and volunteering her time to assist with their group's fundraising efforts.  ASCU is proud to donate a few dollars to help 501c3 organizations succeed in their community outreach projects.…read more.

 
Donation to SV Wolverines

December 26, 2023

ASCU proudly donates to community groups, school groups, and athletic clubs. Kristin Gray presents check to the Sierra Vista Wolverines.read more.

 

May 26, 2023

The Boys and Girls Club are a vital part of our community's success.  Our youth play such an important role for our community and their success means the future success of our community.  ASCU is proud to donate to the Sierra Vista Boys and Girls Clubread more.

 
Donation to Army Emergency Relief Fund

Thanks Army!  We support you and wish you the very best this summer!  The Army Emergency Relief Fund provides assistance to military families in need.read more.

 
Real Wishes Foundation and Dancing Like the Stars

July 27, 2022

We love what the Real Wishes foundation does in our community.  Their annual event "Dancing Like the Stars" is a really great fundraiser.  We are donating this basket of bath and beauty products for their silent auction on August 13th. Value $100.read more.

 
Donation to Walden Grove HS

July 26, 2022

Thanks Walden Grove HS for coming to our Sahuarita/Green Valley branch to pick up your check! We love helping out when we can. #girlsbasketball, #stronggirls, #creditunionfamily #donate #sahuarita #greenvalleyread more.

 
Rotary Green Valley

Love being a part of Green Valley Rotary Club.  They are great people and always willing to lend a helping hand.  We know this small donation will be used for their charity or outreach projects.  We are proud to be part of this wonderful group!  read more.

 
Donation to Southeastern Arizona National Alliance on Mental Illness

June 24, 2022

Mental Illness is often overlooked in our communities. ASCU is donating $250 to the SE Arizona chapter of National Alliance of Mental Illness to help out.read more.

 
Donation to the Veterans of Foreign Wars

April 8, 2022

Tom Wiederstein picks up a donation from ASCU in support of their Vernon White Golf Tournament.  The Tournament will be held on June 5, 2022 at the Mountain View Golf Course on Ft. Huachuca.read more.

 
Donation for Operation Toothbrush!

Anna picks up a check for Operation Toothbrush, a 501c3 Charity right here in Sierra Vista.  Operation Toothbrush provides toothbrushes and personal hygiene kits for homeless veterans. You can find out more about them at:  HOME | Toothbrush (operationtoothbrushusa.com)  read more.

 
ASCU Fosters Kitten Found On Highway

April 1, 2022

This poor kitten was found on the highway near Benson, but she's getting better and better every day!  Thanks to Benson Animal Hospital for staying late on a Friday to see her.read more.

 
Donation to Animal League of Sahuarita

February 10, 2022

Yesenia, our branch manager in Green Valley/Sahuarita, is always reaching out.  Whether it be helping out with projects for the Rotary of Green Valley, meeting with local volunteers and charity groups, or helping our members with their financial goals, she is always willing to lend a helping hand.  read more.

 
Rage Against Scams

February 9, 2022

Another successful Rage Against Scams workshop at the Sierra Vista Library.  We love providing people with insight into scams and fraud and concrete ways to protect themselves.read more.

 
Army Emergency Relief Fund Donation

February 3, 2022

We always want to give back to the community when we can. Ft. Huachuca is such an integral part of our community and Cochise County.  This year we wanted to help out the Army Emergency Relief Fund.  Their mission is to help US Army soldiers and their dependents.  They provide…read more.

 
Green Valley Rotary Club

February 1, 2022

American Southwest Credit Union is at a Rotary Club meeting! Yesenia will officially join with the Green Valley Rotary Club soon! Rotary is a community service organization that connects a diverse group of professional people. It brings people together that want to give back.read more.

 
We Care Pregnancy Center of Benson AZ

January 27, 2022

Supporting our local charities is one of the ways we contribute to our communities.  This year American Southwest Credit Union is proud to make a $500 donation to We Care Pregnancy Center.  The goal of We Care of Benson is to support both women and men in times of unexpected…read more.

 
ASCU at Innovations In Education

January 26, 2022

American Southwest Credit Union was an exhibitor and a presenter at the Innovations In Education Conference presented by the Cochise County Superintendent's Office.  We presented a program called "Money Moves, How Money Affects Your Relationships and Ability for Long Term Success."  We also gave out free curriculum "Money Moves" binders…read more.