Enola-based Members 1st Federal Credit Union has been recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2025 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Approximately 9,170 financial institutions considered for this award, but only 1,000 (500 credit unions and 500 regional banks) earned this designation.
“We could not be more thrilled to be named by Newsweek as one of America’s best credit unions,” Michael Wilson, president & CEO at Members 1st,” said in a statement. “Receiving this honor is a direct reflection of our credit union staying steadfast in our mission of serving our members, businesses and communities across our footprint.
“Our associates consistently go above and beyond to help individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals. We are so thankful to our nearly 600,000 members for the trust they have placed in us,” added Wilson.
Headquartered in Enola, Members 1st serves its members and communities through its network of approximately 60 branch locations throughout Adams, Berks, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Lycoming, Northampton, Perry, and York counties.
In addition to a survey of more than 35,000 U.S. consumers and millions of app store and social media reviews, this study analyzed all aspects of each credit union and regional bank – from financial stability and profitability to press coverage.
“Regional banks and credit unions are the financial backbone of communities nationwide as they support small businesses, fund local projects and ensure easy access to essential banking services,” said Nancy Cooper, Global Editor in Chief of Newsweek. “Newsweek and market-data research firm Plant-A Insights are proud to introduce ‘America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2025,’ highlighting companies utilizing a community- and customer-centric approach to make a big financial impact in their neighborhoods.”