CommunityAmerica Closes Merger with UNIFY Financial Credit Union

Posted November 11, 2025

Lenexa-based CommunityAmerica has announced the completion of its merger with UNIFY Financial Credit Union, expanding its footprint in five states and creating a company with over $9 billion in assets.

Following the merger, CommunityAmerica became a federally chartered, top 40 credit union with $9 billion in assets and more than 600,000 members. CommunityAmerica will retain its brand name, and Lisa Ginter, the CEO of CommunityAmerica, will continue in her role.

The legal merger is now in effect; however, systems integration and operational alignment are expected to be completed by mid-2026, according to a release.

“Our shared commitment to exceptional member service, complementary strengths, and a branch network in attractive markets made this merger a great fit for us,” Ginter said in the release. “I am most excited to advance our mission to enrich communities and help even more people get on a path to thrive and achieve financial peace of mind.”

Headquartered in Allen, Texas, UNIFY has branch locations across Arkansas, California, Nevada, and Tennessee. Founded in 1948, the credit union operates with over $4.3 billion in assets, over 260,000 members.

Gordon Howe, the CEO of UNIFY, has joined the executive leadership team for the merged company. Additionally, three members of UNIFY’s Board of Directors were appointed to the CommunityAmerica Board, effective November 1.

“Joining forces with CommunityAmerica marks an exciting new chapter for UNIFY members and employees,” Howe said in the release. “Together, we’ll leverage our shared passion for member service and innovation to create one of the nation’s premier credit unions. We’ll be stronger, more connected, and better positioned to help our members reach their financial goals wherever life takes them.”

Piper Sandler & Co. served as a financial advisor to CommunityAmerica.