We are Honored
At Blaze, we don't set out to win awards. We're focused on delivering exceptional service to our members. Every day, we work to be Minnesota's best financial institution, and it's an honor to have that commitment recognized.
Blaze Credit Union has earned recognition from leading regional and national organizations for excellence in member service, home mortgage, wealth management, and overall customer experience. Recent honors include the Star Tribune Minnesota’s Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Forbes Best-in-State Credit Unions, Newsweek America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions, and Twin Cities Business Best of Business.
These recognitions reflect Blaze's ongoing commitment to helping Minnesotans create Better Lives.
Star Tribune Readers' Choice Award Program
In 2025, Blaze was recognized by the Star Tribune Readers’ Choice Award program as Minnesota’s Best in five categories for the third consecutive year.
Blaze earned Gold in Credit Union, Home Mortgage, Wealth Management, and Financial Services Customer Service, and Silver in the overall Customer Service category.
Forbes Best-in-State Credit Union
In 2025, Blaze was named a Forbes Best-in-State Credit Union in Minnesota for the third consecutive year.
Partnering with the market research firm Statista, Forbes annually recognizes the best banks and credit unions in each state. The designation honors financial institutions that have been evaluated by a survey of approximately 26,000 U.S. residents.
Newsweek America's Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions
In 2026, Blaze was again recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights as one of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions for the second year in a row.
Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized organizations that are committed to powering local economies by supporting small businesses, financing community projects, and providing reliable access to everyday banking services.
Twin Cities Business Best of Business
In 2025, Twin Cities Business (TCB) Magazine recognized Blaze in the Best of Business Awards with a Silver award in the Credit Union category.
This recognition highlights Blaze’s commitment to excellence, leadership, and exceptional service throughout the Minnesota business community.
Latest Recognition News
Blaze's Brian Thomas May Named Midway Chamber Volunteer of the Year
Brian Thomas May, Director Digital Marketing, has been named Volunteer of the Year by the Midway Chamber of Commerce recognizing commitment, dedication, and leadership to the Chamber.
Blaze Named One of America's Best Credit Unions by Newsweek
Blaze has again been recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
Vote for Blaze as 2026 Minnesota's Best
The Star Tribune's Readers' Choice Award program is accepting votes for Minnesota's Best 2026 through February 25. Vote daily for Blaze in five categories!
Welcome to Blaze Credit Union
From Waseca to Keewatin, St. Cloud to Woodbury, the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metro, and the communities in between, we've been bettering the lives of Minnesotans like you since 1934. We reflect carefully on how to best support you and your dreams.
We’re driven by Midwestern values — community, integrity, and plain old hard work. Wherever you're in the Twin Cities or beyond, consider Blaze as your local guide in your financial journey.
Let’s blaze your trail together.
