Arizona Federal establishes Leonard G. Knight Memorial Scholarship

Account created in support of the Leonard G. Knight Memorial Scholarship

(PHOENIX, AZ) – Arizona Federal Credit Union announced today the establishment of the Leonard G. Knight Memorial Account to raise funds for the Leonard Knight Memorial Scholarship. Knight passed away on Monday, July 21.

A longtime community activist, Knight worked to establish the Michael Hale Scholarship for graduating high school seniors, an award named in honor of Arizona Federal’s immediate previous CEO.

“We extend our deepest sympathies to Gail and the Knight family,” said Ronald Westad, Arizona Federal President & CEO. “Leonard’s contributions made our community a better place to live, work, and play. As an advocate for children and education he was instrumental in establishing self-empowerment for our young adults. Leonard will be sorely missed by the entire Arizona Federal family and by our community.”

Knight spent 20 years as an employee of the City of Phoenix. He helped create the Neighborhood Services Department’s Fight Back Program, allowing each City of Phoenix council district to designate a particular area for increased police presence and city services. In addition, he served as president of 100 Black Men of Phoenix, an organization that supports education and economic opportunities for African-Americans.

To support the Leonard G. Knight Memorial Scholarship, please visit any Arizona Federal Branch and make a donation to account number 744438, or call (602) 683-1000.

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Arizona Federal is one of the state’s largest credit unions with more than $1.9 billion in assets, 230,000 member accounts and 29 Arizona locations. Arizona Federal focuses on its members by creating real value and by making it easy for them to do business and offering them a wide variety of financial services. Arizona Federal is also dedicated to providing financial education and contributing to the communities in which it serves.