Awards & Recognition
We don't do what we do for the awards or recognition, but if doing the right thing gets us a trophy or plaque - we'll make room for it on the shelf.
It's our goal to better lives.
At Commonwealth Credit Union, we are very excited about the awards and recognitions we have received throughout the years. We are truly honored and feel every award speaks to the culture we have created internally and our passion to better the lives of every member. These awards motivate us to continue making CCU the best choice for our staff and our members.
2025
Owen County's Best Financial Institution Golden Vault AwardAward presented at Owen County's annual Chamber Banquet.
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Newsweek's Best 250 Regional Banks and Credit Unions in America
Commonwealth Credit Union was named one of the Best 250 Regional Banks and Credit Unions in America, proudly standing as the sole credit union from Kentucky to make the cut. As a part of this honor, Newsweek assessed the pivotal role played by regional banks and credit unions in meeting community needs. The evaluation process, featuring a survey of over 35,000 individuals and 140,000 reviews of regional financial institutions, highlights CCU’s unwavering commitment to excellence in financial services and our dedicated mission to enhance the lives of our members.
Diamond Awards
These awards are distributed by the Marketing & Business Development Council to recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing. We won Diamond Awards in the following categories:
These awards are distributed by the Marketing & Business Development Council to recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing. We won Diamond Awards in the following categories:
- Complete Campaign
Best Places to Work in Kentucky 2025
Commonwealth Credit Union continues to solidify its reputation as an exemplary workplace, securing the title of one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the seventh consecutive year. This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering a positive team member experience across various aspects. From role satisfaction to fostering a culture of communication and inclusivity, Commonwealth Credit Union excels in nurturing an environment where employees thrive.
Best of Bauer
BauerFinancial has once again awarded Commonwealth Credit Union with their Best of Bauer 5-star rating for 132 consecutive quarters.
2024
Best Bank in Lawrenceburg
As voted on in the Anderson News "Best of" Contest.
Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) Award
These awards highlight and award the marketers who really step up their game and create terrific campaigns with tangible results.
These awards highlight and award the marketers who really step up their game and create terrific campaigns with tangible results.
Frankfort Faves 2024
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites.
- Credit Union
- Mortgage Provider
Shelbyville Sentinel Best of Contest
- Best Bank
Georgetown News Graphic Best of Contest
- 2024 Best Bank in Georgetown
Diamond Awards
These awards are distributed by the Marketing & Business Development Council to recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing. We won Diamond Awards in the following categories:
These awards are distributed by the Marketing & Business Development Council to recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing. We won Diamond Awards in the following categories:
- Email - Single or Series
- Multifaceted (Miscellaneous)
- Video Non-Commercial
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Best Places to Work in Kentucky 2024
Commonwealth Credit Union continues to solidify its reputation as an exemplary workplace, securing the title of one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the sixth consecutive year. This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering a positive team member experience across various aspects. From role satisfaction to fostering a culture of communication and inclusivity, Commonwealth Credit Union excels in nurturing an environment where employees thrive.
Healthiest Employer Winner
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized for our commitment to employee well-being and exceptional health and wellness programming.
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized for our commitment to employee well-being and exceptional health and wellness programming.
Newsweek's Best 250 Regional Banks and Credit Unions in America
Commonwealth Credit Union was named one of the Best 250 Regional Banks and Credit Unions in America, proudly standing as the sole credit union from Kentucky to make the cut. As a part of this honor, Newsweek assessed the pivotal role played by regional banks and credit unions in meeting community needs. The evaluation process, featuring a survey of over 35,000 individuals and 140,000 reviews of regional financial institutions, highlights CCU’s unwavering commitment to excellence in financial services and our dedicated mission to enhance the lives of our members.
Best of Bauer
BauerFinancial has once again awarded Commonwealth Credit Union with their Best of Bauer 5-star rating for 128 consecutive quarters.
2023
Lexington Herald-Leader Reader's Choice, Best of Lexington
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized as one of the top 2 credit unions in Lexington by readers of the Lexington Herald-Leader.
CUNA Marketing and Business Development Council | Diamond Award
These awards recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing. This year, we won in the category of Video Commercial - Single or Series.
These awards recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing. This year, we won in the category of Video Commercial - Single or Series.
Best of Anderson County
Our Lawrenceburg Branch was voted Best "Bank" in Anderson County by the readers of Anderson County News.
Our Lawrenceburg Branch was voted Best "Bank" in Anderson County by the readers of Anderson County News.
Best Places to Work in Kentucky 2023
The Best Places to Work in Kentucky is a survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers and providing organizations with valuable employee feedback. The Best Places to Work in Kentucky program is organized by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM).
The Best Places to Work in Kentucky is a survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers and providing organizations with valuable employee feedback. The Best Places to Work in Kentucky program is organized by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM).
Best of Shelby County
Our Shelbyville Branches were voted Best "Bank" in Shelby County by the readers of the Shelbyville Sentinel News.
Frankfort Faves 2023
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites. For 2023, we were Frankfort's Favorite:
- Credit Union
- Investment Service Provider
- Mortgage Provider
- Place to Work
Georgetown News Graphic Annual Readers' Choice Awards
- 2023 Best Bank in Georgetown
- 2023 Best Mortgage Provider
Healthiest Employer Winner
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized for our commitment to employee well-being and exceptional health and wellness programming.
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized for our commitment to employee well-being and exceptional health and wellness programming.
Leo Weekly Reader's Choice
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized as one of the top 3 credit unions in Louisville by readers of Leo Weekly.
Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) Award
These awards highlight and award the marketers who really step up their game and create terrific campaigns with tangible results.
These awards highlight and award the marketers who really step up their game and create terrific campaigns with tangible results.
2022
Healthiest Employer Winner
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized for our commitment to employee well-being and exceptional health and wellness programming.
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized for our commitment to employee well-being and exceptional health and wellness programming.
Best of Anderson County
Our Lawrenceburg Branch was voted Best "Bank" in Anderson County by the readers of Anderson County News.
Our Lawrenceburg Branch was voted Best "Bank" in Anderson County by the readers of Anderson County News.
Best Places to Work in Kentucky 2022
The Best Places to Work in Kentucky is a survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers and providing organizations with valuable employee feedback. The Best Places to Work in Kentucky program is organized by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM).
The Best Places to Work in Kentucky is a survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers and providing organizations with valuable employee feedback. The Best Places to Work in Kentucky program is organized by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM).
Best of Shelby County
Our Shelbyville Branches were voted Best "Bank" in Shelby County by the readers of the Shelbyville Sentinel News
The Chamber of St. Matthews | Albert Sanders Award
Louisville Central Community Centers | Outstanding Volunteer
Make-A-Wish | Corporate Partner of the Year
Top 200 Credit Unions in America
Commonwealth Credit Union was named as one of the top 200 Healthiest Credit Unions in America based on our deposit accounts, earning an A+ rating from Deposit Accounts by Lending Tree.
Central KY American Heart Association
Top Fundraiser for Central KY Heart Walk
Forbes
Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey customers for their opinions on the best credit unions in each state.
2017
Diamond Award Winner
CUNA Awards
The Albert Sanders Award is given to an organization who has demonstrated extraordinary dedication to the Chamber of St. Matthews throughout their years of service.
Frankfort Faves 2022
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites. For 2022, we were Frankfort's Favorite:
- Credit Union
- Mortgage Provider
- Place to Work
Leo Weekly Reader's Choice
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized as one of the top 3 credit unions in Louisville by readers of Leo Weekly.
This is awarded for services to Louisville Central Community Centers, Inc. for efforts that helped strengthen the communities and families they serve.
Forbes Best-In-State
Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey customers for their opinions on the best credit unions in each state.
Diamond Awards
These awards recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing.
Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) Award
These awards highlight and award the marketers who really step up their game and create terrific campaigns with tangible results.
2021
Healthiest Employer Winner
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized for our commitment to employee well-being and exceptional health and wellness programming.
Commonwealth Credit Union was recognized for our commitment to employee well-being and exceptional health and wellness programming.
Best of Anderson County
Our Lawrenceburg Branch was voted Best "Bank" in Anderson County by the readers of Anderson County News.
Our Lawrenceburg Branch was voted Best "Bank" in Anderson County by the readers of Anderson County News.
Best Places to Work in Kentucky
The Best Places to Work in Kentucky is a survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers and providing organizations with valuable employee feedback. The Best Places to Work in Kentucky program is organized by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM).
The Best Places to Work in Kentucky is a survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers and providing organizations with valuable employee feedback. The Best Places to Work in Kentucky program is organized by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM).
CUNA | Kentucky Recognition Awards
CUNA's National Award programs are designed to encourage and recognize distinguished credit unions that demonstrate the credit union philosophy. Commonwealth Credit Union took home First Place for the Louise Herring Award at the Kentucky Credit Union League's Annual Awards. The Louise Herring Award is presented when a credit union demonstrates in an extraordinary way the practical application of the credit union philosophy for their members.
CUNA's National Award programs are designed to encourage and recognize distinguished credit unions that demonstrate the credit union philosophy. Commonwealth Credit Union took home First Place for the Louise Herring Award at the Kentucky Credit Union League's Annual Awards. The Louise Herring Award is presented when a credit union demonstrates in an extraordinary way the practical application of the credit union philosophy for their members.
CUNA Marketing and Business Development Council | Diamond Award
The Diamond Awards recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing. This year, we received the 2020 COVID-19 Response Award for our member communication during the pandemic.
The Diamond Awards recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing. This year, we received the 2020 COVID-19 Response Award for our member communication during the pandemic.
Forbes | America's Best Credit Unions List
Commonwealth Credit Union has won the top spot on Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2021 for Kentucky! To be considered, financial institutions were scored on overall recommendations and satisfaction, as well as five sub-dimensions: trust, terms and conditions, branch services, digital services, and financial advice. Out of the 5,068 credit unions nationwide, only 3.6% made the list. View the full list here.
Commonwealth Credit Union has won the top spot on Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2021 for Kentucky! To be considered, financial institutions were scored on overall recommendations and satisfaction, as well as five sub-dimensions: trust, terms and conditions, branch services, digital services, and financial advice. Out of the 5,068 credit unions nationwide, only 3.6% made the list. View the full list here.
Frankfort Faves 2021
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites. For 2021, we were Frankfort's Favorite:
- Credit Union
- Mortgage Provider
- Favorite Teller: Gitti Kuhn
Georgetown News Graphic Annual Readers' Choice Awards
2021 Best Bank in Georgetown
Louisville Business First Business Impact Award
The Louisville Business First Business Impact Awards recognize companies who have taken extraordinary measures to assist their employees or community during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Make-A-Wish | Corporate Partner of the Year
Awarded from Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana for support through our Make-A-Wish Toy Closet.
Commonwealth Credit Union was named as one of the top 200 Healthiest Credit Unions in America based on our deposit accounts, earning an A+ rating from Deposit Accounts by Lending Tree.
University of Louisville | SGA Partner of the Year
Each year, the Student Government Association (SGA) chooses a partner from the Louisville Community who has helped to further their mission and goals. We were chosen as Partner of the Year for our continuous, substantial efforts to help SGA and the students they represent.
YMCA | Community Impact Award
Awarded for YMCA of Central Kentucky for financial support and continued advocacy.
Awarded for YMCA of Central Kentucky for financial support and continued advocacy.
2020
Best Places to Work in Kentucky
A survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers
A survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers
Best of Anderson County
Our Lawrenceburg Branch was voted Best "Bank" in Anderson County by the readers of Anderson County News.
Business of the Year
Thanks to our Georgetown branches, we were recognized by the Scott County Chamber as Business of the Year.
CUNA
CUNA's National Award programs are designed to encourage and recognize distinguished credit unions that demonstrate the credit union philosophy.
CUNA's National Award programs are designed to encourage and recognize distinguished credit unions that demonstrate the credit union philosophy.
- 2020 First Place Desjardins Adult Financial Education Award
- 2020 First Place Desjardins Youth Financial Education Award
- 2020 First Place Dora Maxwell Award
- 2020 First Place Louise Herring Award
Frankfort Faves 2020
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites. For 2020, we were Frankfort's Favorite:
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites. For 2020, we were Frankfort's Favorite:
- Credit Union
- Mortgage Provider
- Investment Services Firm
- Business & Place To Work
Healthiest Employer
Louisville Business First partnered with Healthiest Employers LLC to honor companies that are leading the way in health and wellness in the workplace.
Louisville Business First partnered with Healthiest Employers LLC to honor companies that are leading the way in health and wellness in the workplace.
2019
Best of Anderson County
Our Lawrenceburg Branch was voted Best "Bank" in Anderson County by the readers of Anderson County News.
Best Places to Work in Kentucky
A survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers
A survey and awards program dedicated to identifying and recognizing the Commonwealth’s best employers
Top Fundraiser for Central KY Heart Walk
Frankfort Faves 2019
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites.
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites.
- Best Bank/Credit Union
- Best Mortgage Provider
- Best Place to Work
- Best Investment Services Firm
Diamond Awards
Recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing.
Recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing.
- 2019 Winner for Membership Marketing
- 2019 Winner for Video Commercial 30 seconds or less
Healthiest Employer
Louisville Business First partnered with Healthiest Employers LLC to honor companies that are leading the way in health and wellness in the workplace.
Louisville Business First partnered with Healthiest Employers LLC to honor companies that are leading the way in health and wellness in the workplace.
Forbes
Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey customers for their opinions on the best credit unions in each state.
2018
Best of Anderson County
- Best Bank/Credit Union
- Best Customer Service
Diamond Awards
Recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing.
Recognize and reward creative excellence and outstanding results in credit union marketing.
- 2018 Winner
CUNA
CUNA's National Award programs are designed to encourage and recognize distinguished credit unions that demonstrate the credit union philosophy.
CUNA's National Award programs are designed to encourage and recognize distinguished credit unions that demonstrate the credit union philosophy.
- 2018 First Place Desjardins Adult Financial Education Award
- 2018 First Place Desjardins Youth Financial Education Award
Frankfort Faves
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites.
Frankfort Faves is brought to you by the State Journal. Every year they ask readers to submit their votes for they feel are Frankfort Favorites.
- Best Bank/Credit Union
- Best Mortgage Provider
- Best Place to Work
Forbes
Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey customers for their opinions on the best credit unions in each state.
Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey customers for their opinions on the best credit unions in each state.
2017
Diamond Award WinnerCUNA Awards
- Dora Maxwell
- Desjardins Youth