Award Winning Credit Union

2025 has been a banner year for us, and it keeps getting better! We are proud to announce that O Bee Credit Union has been awarded the following honors:

• One of America's Best Regional Credit Unions by Newsweek (2 consecutive years).
• Best in the PNW by The Seattle Times (3 consecutive years);
• Best in the South Sound 2025 by The Olympian (2 consecutive years); and
• Best of 2025 by Showcase Magazine (6 consecutive years) 

“Being named Best Credit Union is truly an honor,” said Andrew Downin, Chief Executive Officer. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our exceptional team and the trust our Members continue to place in us.”

These awards hold special significance as they are a true "people's choice." Our neighbors, community, and Members have consistently voted for us year after year. This recognition highlights the strong relationships we have developed in the community and the region.

Improving the lives of our Members through financial well-being is at the heart of everything we do. From our beginnings on the floor of Olympia Brewing’s Bottlehouse A to now serving nearly 35,000 Members across Washington, we have put people at the center of our work for nearly 70 years. Thank you to all who voted for your continued support.

O Bee Credit Union is the original credit union of the Olympia Brewery. It was started on February 15, 1955, by Ted McGill, who worked in the bottle house of the brewery. It is a full-service, not-for-profit credit union owned by its Members, with six branches in Lacey, Tumwater, Tenino, Yelm, West Olympia, and Fern Hill. Membership is open to all Washington residents.