About Us
Let's bank on each other®.
At A+FCU, we don’t have customers, we have members. That means we’re all in this together, and when one member does well, we all share the benefits.
About Us
Our purpose is to educate each and every member and give them the right guidance for their unique financial situation. By giving our members the knowledge, resources, and products to meet long-term goals as well as day-to-day needs, our credit union becomes stronger.
Let us earn your trust by being your financial advocate at every turn.
Let’s bank on each other.
History
Way back in 1949, some like-minded teachers came up with the idea to work together not just as colleagues but also as stewards of each other’s financial futures.
Guided by the philosophy of mutual benefit, these teachers created a not-for-profit financial cooperative. As with a lot of things in life, looking out for each other made everyone stronger and more secure.
With this foundation, A+FCU grew to be one of the largest credit unions in Texas.
Over the years, many things have changed, but the bedrock principles remain. A+FCU takes the financial education of every member seriously. We strive to understand the needs of every member to give them the best financial guidance. And we know that banking on each other benefits everyone.
Awards
With our ongoing commitment to serving our members and our community, A+FCU is honored to be the recipient of a number of prestigious awards.
2021
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A+FCU again made Forbes’ list based on criteria such as satisfaction, trust, branch services, digital services, and financial advice. Of the 5,068 credit unions nationwide, just 3.6% made the list. A+FCU is one of only 5 credit unions featured on the list for Texas.
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MemberXP 2021 Best of the Best Award – Member Shoppers Experience & Consumer Lending ExperienceA+FCU was a 2021 Best of the Best award winner in two categories: Member Shoppers Experience and Consumer Lending Experience. The MemberXP Best of the Best designation is awarded to credit unions that consistently provide exceptional levels of member service during a calendar year.
- RecognizeGood Ethics in Business Award – Large Business Winner
RecognizeGood’s Ethics in Business program illuminates businesses, individuals, and nonprofits across Central Texas who believe that doing good is good business. - Austin Gives Generous Business Awards – 2021 Volunteer of the Year Honoree Eduardo Miramontes, Main Branch Manager
The Austin Gives Generous Business Awards recognizes outstanding individuals who are helping to forge the next generation of volunteer leaders in our community through their example, coaching, and willingness to work with others.
2020
- 20th Annual Greater Austin Business Awards – Customer Experience Award (Large Category)
The Customer Experience Award recognizes companies or organizations that are dedicated to an outstanding customer experience and satisfaction in all aspects of sales and services. - Desjardins Youth and Adult Financial Education Award – First Place, Cornerstone Region
CUNA created the Desjardins program to recognize leadership within the credit union movement on behalf of financial literacy for all ages. - Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award – Second Place, Cornerstone Region
This award is given to a credit union or chapter/group for its social responsibility projects within the community. - Austin Gives Generous Business Awards – Large Business Category Winner
The Austin Chamber recognizes organizations who pledged 1% of pre-tax earnings toward their community impact efforts. - Forbes’ Best-In-State Credit Unions for 2020
A+FCU made Forbes’ list based on criteria such as satisfaction, trust, branch services, digital services, and financial advice. Of the 5,236 credit unions nationwide, just 3.5% made the list. - Austin American-Statesman Best of the Best Awards
A+FCU was honored in the top three nominees for Best Credit Union and Best Bank in 2020. - Bauer Financial 5-Star Credit Union Rating
This financial data is compiled and reported to federal regulators. According to Bauer, a five-star rating is superior and recommended by their organization - MemberXP 2020 Best of the Best Award
A+FCU was awarded as a 2020 Best of the Best winner with MemberXP for consistently providing exceptional member services.
2019
- Austin Young Chamber 2019 FAVE Awards – FAVE Community Minded Company
This category in the Austin Young Chamber’s Annual FAVE Awards recognizes local businesses for the good work they’re doing within the community. - Austin American-Statesman Best of the Best Awards
A+FCU was honored in the top three nominees for Best Credit Union in 2019.
Publications
Annual Reports
2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015
Press Releases
2021
- A+FCU Announces New Chief Digital Strategy Officer (7.20.2021)
- A+ Education Foundation Awards Over $84,000 in Grants to 64 Area Educators (7.15.2021)
- Central Texas High School and College Students Awarded $100,000 in Scholarships from A+FCU (5.17.2021)
- A+FCU Announces New Chief Financial Officer (3.29.2021)
- A+FCU Announces Tricia Lewis Promotion To Senior VP, Human Resources (3.23.2021)
2020
- A+ Federal Credit Union Wins 2020 Greater Austin Business Award (12.15.2020)
- A+ Federal Credit Union Wins Austin Gives Generous Business Award for 2020 (7.30.2020)
- A+ Education Foundation Awards $126,000 in Grants to 91 Area Educators (7.15.2020)
- A+ Federal Credit Union Unions Announces New Chief Member Experience Officer (7.9.2020)
- A+ Federal Credit Union Awarded as One of Forbes’ Best-In-State Credit Unions for 2020 (7.1.2020)
- Central Texas High School and College Students Awarded $100,000 in Scholarships from A+FCU (5.27.2020)
- A+ Federal Credit Union wins MemberXP 2020 Best of the Best award (3.11.2020)
- A+ Education Foundation Grant Application Now Available (2.18.2020)