BELLINGHAM, WA (October 15, 2024)—WECU has once again been voted the best banking institution (Gold) in the Best of the Northwest Readers Choice Awards, hosted by Bellingham Alive magazine. With more than 1 million votes, this marks the ninth time WECU has earned this recognition, highlighting its continued dedication to the financial well-being of the community.

“We are honored to be recognized as Best of the Northwest for the ninth time,” said Jennifer Kutcher, President & CEO at WECU. “This award is a testament to the dedication of our team and the trust our members place in us. We remain committed to supporting our community and helping our members achieve their financial goals.”

WECU’s recognition as a top financial institution reflects its focus on delivering quality service, innovative products, and meaningful community impact. The credit union extends its gratitude to the members and community who continue to make this achievement possible.

Earlier this year, WECU was recognized as the Best Credit Union in the Cascades Best Awards, the second-best credit union in Washington by Forbes, and a finalist for Best Credit Union in the Best of Skagit Awards.


About WECU:

WECU is a member-owned, not-for-profit credit union headquartered in Bellingham, Washington. WECU was founded in 1936 as the Bellingham Teachers Credit Union. Today, it serves over 163,000 members with more than $2.8 billion in assets. WECU is committed to enhancing the financial well-being of its members and making a positive impact in the communities it serves.