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DENVER, CO (February 26, 2025) – Demonstrating its financial strength and stability, Westerra Credit Union (Westerra) announced it has been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions for the second year in a row. This prestigious accolade accompanies the credit union’s achievement of earning a top (5-star) rating from BauerFinancial.
“It’s an honor to be recognized for our commitment to our members and the larger Denver community,” said Daniel Kutch, CFO at Westerra. “This success is, in many ways, a direct result of our exceptional employees. Their dedication has been the driving force behind our growth, shaping Westerra into the thriving credit union it is today.”
Newsweek, in partnership withPlant-A Insights Group, conducted an in-depth analysis to determine America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions for 2025. The study evaluated profitability, net loans and leases and press coverage over the last two years in addition to an independent customer survey of over 71,000 U.S. citizens.
BauerFinancial, the nation’s leading authority on credit union and bank ratings, evaluates federally insured credit unions using stringent and consistent standards. These trusted ratings come from analyzing detailed financial reports submitted to federal regulators, ensuring an independent and accurate assessment.
Known for supporting its members by “teaching one another to prosper” since its inception 91 years ago, these notable ratings are a testament to Westerra’s commitment to financial excellence and the continued trust of the community it serves.
To learn more about Westerra, visit www.westerracu.com/about.
About Westerra Credit Union:
Since its founding by eight schoolteachers in 1934, Westerra Credit Union has remained committed to helping individuals, families and businesses throughout Colorado’s Front Range thrive by “teaching one another to prosper”. With over 110,000 members among nine branches, Westerra serves the community through its various offerings, financial literacy initiatives and grants programs, contributing more than $500,000 to regional education foundations and school districts annually since 2010. As one of only three credit unions recognized by Newsweek’s “Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions” in 2024, Westerra is a modern financial community where everyone belongs. For more information, visit www.westerracu.com or follow Westerra on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X (Twitter). Federally insured by NCUA.
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting our annual all staff meeting and afternoon of service, "Volunterra" this Thursday from 12:00-5:00 P.M. MDT. During this meeting staff will work together to build kits to help support our community.
Westerra is reaffirming its dedication to supporting local students and schools through a series of impactful initiatives that include comprehensive financial literacy programs, career development workshops, and more.
Westerra is excited to announce our new financing program called "One- time Close Construction- to- Permanent Loan" which will streamline loan processes for new home construction or renovation projects.
We are excited to announce the opening of our new Littleton location! Join us for our Grand Opening Event on October 5th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm where there will be swag, a raffle for 2 beach cruisers, refreshments and an opportunity to meet Dinger!
Your savings federally insured to at least $250,000 and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States government. National Credit Union Administration, a U.S. government agency. Westerra is only 1 of 3 credit unions recognized on Newsweek's "2024 Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions" annual list.
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