Sunward

Join the movement at gosunward.org. Insured by NCUA. Sunward – Banking Made Better.

Welcome to Sunward, an Albuquerque-based credit union serving the Southwest since 1948. 175,000+ members strong and growing, we're changing banking for the better. Sunward, formerly known as Sandia Laboratory Federal Credit Union (SLFCU), is one of New Mexico’s largest credit unions, serving over 150,000 members and managing more than $4.1 billion in assets. Formed in 1948 by employees of Sandia N

ational Laboratories, Sunward’s footprint now spans 12 branches in New Mexico and one in Livermore, California. Sunward has been named by Forbes as a Best-in-State credit union for six consecutive years and Albuquerque’s Best Bank in 2024 by the Albuquerque Journal’s Readers’ Choice Awards. Anyone can apply, and members can enjoy access to leading checking, savings, mortgage, auto, and investment services. Learn more and apply today at gosunward.org

Sunward is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) and is an Equal Housing Lender.

06/23/2026

Attention members, our Kirtland branch will be closed today—Tuesday, June 23—due to regularly scheduled drills on base. The branch will be open for normal hours tomorrow, June 24. We apologize for any inconvenience.

06/22/2026

Questions about building credit? You aren’t the only one.

📝 First, consider these tips from personal finance pro, Briana Chavez.

📆 Next, book an appointment at any Sunward branch and we’ll help you set a game plan: https://gosunward.org/make-an-appointment/

Insured by NCUA.

06/21/2026

When does a joke become a dad joke? …when it becomes apparent. 🤭 In all seriousness, dads are awesome. Thank you to the dedicated dads, grandfathers, and father figures at Sunward and beyond. Happy Father’s Day!

06/18/2026

Reminder that all Sunward branches will be closed tomorrow, Friday, June 19 in honor of Juneteenth. We'll see you for normal business hours on Saturday!

06/17/2026

Another word to describe working here at Sunward? The best. ☀️ We’re proud to be named one of the 2026 Best Places to Work by Albuquerque Business First.

Thank you to our team that makes this all possible—and congratulations to our fellow honorees!

In the market for a great place to work? See current openings at gosunward.org/careers

06/16/2026

Welcome to Rachel's crib—a new construction home in Rio Rancho. 🏡 In this exclusive tour, Rachel walks us through her favorite features and how she worked with her builder and Sunward loan officer to build her perfect paradise.

Considering a new build? Visit https://gosunward.org/home-loans/

Equal Housing Lender.

06/14/2026

This is what community is all about—walking with fellow credit unions in CU Shine to celebrate Pride and support our LGBTQ+ employees and members. Thank you to the volunteers who made our amazing float possible. Happy Pride! 🌈

Credit Union Association of New Mexico

06/10/2026

A rite of passage as a teller? Working the first day of the month. The only day we get to see our members…all at once. 🫡

06/09/2026

The Jefferson branch is closed due to an unexpected water issue. We are working to resolve the issue. In the meantime, members can visit our nearby Rio Grande Crossing or Paseo branches, or use online banking, for immediate banking needs. Thank you!

06/08/2026

What an honor to celebrate Kimberley Craft on her recognition among the Albuquerque Business First 40 Under 40! 🏆 Behind the glitz and glamor of the ceremony were years of effort and dedication for Kim to earn this distinction.

Kim began her career at Sunward as an 18-year-old college student, and her journey has truly shown that the path illuminates as you walk it. She served in multiple roles at the credit union before she found her stride building our Internal Communications team from the ground up. Here, her pulse on the organization, her ability to create unforgettable experiences for employees, and her talent for empowering others flourished. It’d take a novel to outline all the ways Kim earned this award, and it’s one she’s still adding to single day. Congratulations, Kim!

Address

3707 Juan Tabo Boulevard NE
Albuquerque, NM
87111

Website

https://gosunward.org/rebranding/

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