Blaze is proud to be Ecolab's credit union.
Being a member of Blaze means you are part of a full-service financial cooperative, dedicated to serving the community since 1934.
We’re driven by Midwestern values. Community. Integrity. Plain old hard work. Caring about you, your wishes, and your well-being – that’s just who we are.
We’re here to help you along your road of life – encouraging you to go for it.
We’re all on our own journey and we want to be a part of yours.
Let’s blaze your trail together.
Blaze Signature Visa® Credit Card
Earn $200 in cash back rewards^ when you spend $1,000 in the first 90 days after opening a new Blaze Visa® Signature Credit card.
PLUS, get 1.5% cash back+ on every transaction.
^Cash back reward is awarded when cardholder makes $1,000 in net purchases within 90 days of account opening. Reward will appear on your next statement under CU Rewards Points Activity, Points Earned, which then can be redeemed for cash. Recipient is responsible for applicable taxes incurred on cash back. Qualifications apply.
+Cash back rewards are tracked as points. Earn 1.5% for every dollar of net purchases when points are redeemed as cash back.
Open a Blaze Free Checking Account
Get $225 deposited immediately* with a new Blaze Free Checking account.
PLUS, over 125,000 free ATMs across the globe.
*Offer valid to persons with no prior checking relationship in the last 12 months with Blaze Credit Union. $100 minimum deposit required to open Blaze Free Checking or Pathfinder Debit account. To qualify for $225 offer, account holder must set up an Automatic Payment or Direct Deposit and make a total of 6 Blaze debit card transactions (not including ATM transactions) within 60 calendar days from the date the account was opened. Account must remain open for six months. $225 will be deposited to the checking account upon account opening. If all requirements of offer are not met, Blaze reserves the right to reclaim the $225. Account holder responsible for any applicable taxes. Subject to termination at any time. Other conditions and restrictions may apply.
Show your pride with a Blaze UMN Alumni Association Visa® card
Earn $200 in cash back rewards^ when you spend $1,000 in the first 90 days after opening a new Blaze Visa® Signature Credit card.
Get 10% off at the MN Alumni Market when you show your Visa® card.
^Cash back reward is awarded when cardholder makes $1,000 in net purchases within 90 days of account opening. Reward will appear on your next statement under CU Rewards Points Activity, Points Earned, which then can be redeemed for cash. Recipient is responsible for applicable taxes incurred on cash back. Qualifications apply.
Blaze Retirement + Investments
We can help you understand your choices and determine what may fit your future goals.
No Origination Fee Home Loans
Take advantage of a no origination fee1 home loan and save up to $1,695 in fees.
1Offer valid on Primary Residence purchase only. Subject to change or termination at any time. Origination fee will be waived for loan amounts up to $1,500,000. All other fees will apply including third party fees. Loan subject to credit approval. Qualifications apply. Not available in all states. Average origination fee is $1,697. Learn more
Enjoy a Low-Rate HELOC
Get a rate as low as 3.99% APR* on a Home Equity Line of Credit and unlock your potential.
*APR=Annual Percentage Rate. After a 12-month promotional period, a variable rate as low as 7.25% APR will apply and vary with the market. Subject to change or termination at any time. Qualifications apply. We offer conventional loans in all states except AK, CA, HI, NY, and TX. We offer government (FVA/VA) loans in all states except AK, AZ, HI, MA, NY, RI, VA, VI, VT, or Washington, D.C. Cannot be used to pay ova an existing Blaze HELOC. Learn more
Blaze News
Marquis Data Security Incident
Marquis Software Solutions recently notified over 700 financial institutions, including Blaze Credit Union, that it experienced a data security incident.
Marketing Association of Credit Unions Recognizes Blaze
Blaze has been honored by the Marketing Association of Credit Unions with three awards for 2025 recognizing outstanding achievements in creativity, strategy, and results.
2025 Blaze Toy Drive: Nov. 24-Dec. 14
The annual Blaze Toy Drive is on now through December 14. Bring new, unwrapped toys to your nearest Blaze branch to support local families in need.
