Capitola, CA –  Bay Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been recognized by Lookout Santa Cruz as a community favorite, winning in three major categories of The Lookout List:

· Favorite Local Financial Institution

· Favorite Mortgage Broker

· Favorite Bank or Credit Union for a Teen’s First Account

The Lookout List is a Santa Cruz County community-voted recognition program, where residents nominate and vote for their favorite local businesses, organizations, and professionals. Thousands of locals participated to highlight the people and places that make Santa Cruz County thrive.

These awards honor Bay Federal’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional service, competitive financial solutions, and genuine community care. For more than 65 years, Bay Federal has proudly served the Central Coast by empowering members to achieve financial well-being and by giving back through volunteerism, scholarships, and local partnerships.

“Being named the best in not just one but three categories by our community is an incredible honor,” said Carrie Birkhofer, President and CEO of Bay Federal Credit Union. “We are grateful to our members and the Santa Cruz community for their trust and support. These recognitions reinforce our mission to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve every day.”

About Bay Federal Credit Union
Bay Federal Credit Union is a full-service, not-for-profit financial institution that serves over 95,000 members and 2,700 local businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey counties. With more than $1.8 billion in assets, Bay Federal is the largest member-owned financial institution in the region. The organization has been proudly serving its members and the community since 1957. Bay Federal is a certified Community Development Financial Institution, with a primary mission of promoting community development alongside their financial activities. Bay Federal has an award-winning employee volunteer program in which employees have given their own money and volunteer for numerous local schools, nonprofit organizations, and community events each year.

Mark Ely, SVP, Chief Marketing Officer
Bay Federal Credit Union
831.477.8608
mely@bayfed.com