We Just Gave Away $26,000 to Four Nuvision Members in Alaska

Meet the Winners of Nuvision's 2026 Alaska PFD Sweepstakes:

Heating bills, credit cards, or just saving up a rainy-day fund, it’s a welcome boost for everyone in Alaska.

To make this season even better, we brought back our annual Alaska PFD Sweepstakes. This year, all four of our winners ended up doubling their prizes—meaning we handed out $26,000 total to four long-term Nuvision members.

Here is who won and what they plan to do with the money:

Congratulations to Our 2026 PFD Sweepstakes Winners!

James P. of Wasilla Wins $11,000!
Grand Prize Winner | Wasilla Branch | Nuvision Member for 29 Years

Our biggest congratulations go to James P., a longtime Nuvision member from Wasilla who took home this year's $11,000 grand prize!

James has been with Nuvision for an impressive 29 years, and when we asked what has kept him with the credit union for nearly three decades, his answer came down to something simple: being treated right.

"I have been a member for a long time, they have always treated me fair, and anytime I have asked for anything they have given it to me within reason."

James also mentioned how much he enjoyed Nuvision's member and veteran events, along with the Wasilla Grand Opening Ceremony.

As for what he's planning to do with his $11,000 windfall, James isn't rushing out to spend it.

"Well, I don't know yet.. I won't spend it now, I will probably put in savings!"

After 29 years of membership, we're especially happy to see James take home this year's biggest prize. Congratulations, James, and thank you for being part of the Nuvision family for so many years!

Neng Y. of Anchorage Wins $5,000!
Prize Winner | East Anchorage Walmart Branch | Nuvision Member for 18 Years

For Neng Y., who has been a Nuvision member for 18 years, the best part of banking with Nuvision has always been the people.

"The customer service -- I never have any issues. When you call with questions, they are always helpful, which is great."

That kind of experience is exactly what we work to provide our members every day, and we're thrilled to give Neng another reason to celebrate being part of Nuvision.

When asked what he plans to do with his $5,000 prize, Neng already had a pretty good idea.

"That's a good question! Celebrate a bit and put some in savings"

It's a great way to enjoy the excitement of winning while also putting some money aside for the future. Congratulations, Neng, and thank you for 18 years of membership!

Elyana M. of Juneau Wins $5,000!
Prize Winner | Juneau Branch | Nuvision Member for 5 Years

For Elyana M. of Juneau, winning $5,000 was especially exciting because it was a first for her family.

"We don't have a plan yet for the $5,000 prize, we are so excited, it is the first time we have won anything ever!"

Sometimes the best part of an unexpected financial surprise is simply having the freedom to decide what to do with it. Whether Elyana and her family choose to save, celebrate, or put the money toward something they've been wanting, we're happy to be part of such a memorable moment.

Elyana has been a Nuvision member for five years and says convenience is one of the biggest reasons her family enjoys banking with us.

"The best part about Nuvision is the easy access and the branch in Juneau is near our house. It is very convenient for our banking."

Congratulations, Elyana! We hope this first big win is one your family remembers for years to come.

Cynthia H. of Fairbanks Wins $5,000!
Prize Winner | Fairbanks Branch | Nuvision Member for 10 Years

Our final $5,000 winner, Cynthia H. of Fairbanks, has been a Nuvision member for 10 years. Her story shows how important it is to have a financial institution you can count on, especially when life takes you somewhere new.

After moving to Fairbanks from New Hampshire, Cynthia found that Nuvision's shared branching services made it easier to access her accounts back home.

"My favorite part about Nuvision is the convenience for Shared Branching. It makes my life easy to access my accounts in New Hampshire since I moved to Fairbanks 10 years ago."

But it's the people at her local branch who have really made an impression.

"Every time I go into the branch everyone is so welcoming, polite, and easy to deal with, they always resolve the issues I have had. I absolutely love your bank! There are lots of good reasons to be a member."

Like Elyana, Cynthia told us she had never won anything before, making this $5,000 prize an especially welcome surprise.

And she already has a practical plan for the money.

"I have never won anything before in my life! I am going to use it to pay down my Bank of America Alaska Airlines credit card. It is a great rewards card but will be nice to pay it off since it has high interest!"

Using an unexpected windfall to reduce high-interest debt can make a meaningful difference in a household budget, freeing up money that would otherwise go toward interest payments.

Congratulations, Cynthia! We're happy this year's sweepstakes can help you get closer to that financial goal.

Thank You, Alaska, for Being Part of the Nuvision Family

The Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend is a unique part of life in the Last Frontier. For generations, it has given residents a share of the state's resource wealth, providing an annual payment that families can put toward whatever matters most to them.

For some, that means covering the rising cost of groceries, heating bills, and other everyday expenses. For others, it's an opportunity to pay down debt, make an important purchase, or add to their savings. And for plenty of Alaskans, it's a little bit of all those things.

At Nuvision, we understand how important that money can be, and we want to help our members make the most of it.

To everyone who participated in our 2026 Alaska PFD Sweepstakes, thank you! We appreciate the trust you place in Nuvision and the opportunity to serve you and your families.

Whether you've been with us for five years, like Elyana, or nearly three decades, like James, we're proud to be your credit union.