Together, We’re Achieving For Our Members
We’re proud to share the awards we’ve received while fulfilling our mission.
Voted Connecticut's Best Community Bank
By the neighborhoods we serve. Thank you!
Our work towards accomplishing our objectives and staying true to our mission has garnered the attention of local media, peer credit union leadership, and both local and national credit union industry associations.
Nutmeg State is a values-driven collective committed to intentional actions and investments to “be the change” in our community. We believe prosperity for all people is possible through meaningful social and economic relationships, ensuring inclusive and equitable access to resources. Our mission is to create multi-generational prosperity throughout the Connecticut community through education, collaboration, and the support of local commerce.
Awards and Recognition
Outstanding Partner
CT Green Bank
2022 – 2024 – Nutmeg State FCU recognized as Outstanding Partners
For three consecutive years, CT Green Bank has honored Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union for leadership in the Smart-E Loan Program. Headquartered in Rocky Hill, Nutmeg has consistently provided excellent support to homeowners and contractors in Hartford, Middlesex, New Haven and Tolland counties, and select municipalities in Fairfield. A Smart-E lender since 2013, Nutmeg has specifically shown expertise in helping low-to-moderate-income borrowers.
Marketing Excellence
Credit Union League of Connecticut
2024 – Marketing Excellence Award: Wild Card Entry
This award honors credit unions for outstanding marketing efforts. Nutmeg State FCU has been recognized for our rebrand, including the launch of our new tagline “For All Life’s Moments… You Belong with Us”, and our dedication to being more than just a financial institution for members.
Philosophy-in-Action
Credit Union League Of Connecticut
2023 – Louise Herring Philosophy-in-Action Member Service Award for Working Wheels Program
Nutmeg is committed to helping families thrive. For many, this means having a reliable way to get to work. We help struggling individuals who need reliable transportation to get to work. Our Working Wheels Car Ownership Program is designed to help members of the community who normally wouldn’t qualify for a car loan because of a low income situation. Acquiring a car to achieve and maintain employment helps break the financial cycle and gives them the ability to earn an income.
Philosophy-in-Action
Credit Union National Association
2023 – Louise Herring Philosophy-in-Action Member Service Award for Working Wheels Program (3rd Place Winner)
This award recognizes credit unions that do an extraordinary job incorporating credit union philosophy into daily operations. Nutmeg State FCU’s Working Wheels Car Ownership Program is an important part of our mission and philosophy to create multi-generational prosperity in our communities.
Marketing Excellence
Credit Union League of Connecticut
2023 – Marketing Excellence Award: Public Relations
John Holt, CEO of Nutmeg State FCU, was awarded this honor for his WFSB – Channel 3 interview with Bruce Adams. They provided information about the safety of deposits in credit unions, during the height of the public’s concerns about deposit insurance at other financial institutions.
Leadership Awards
Outstanding Executive
Credit Union League of Connecticut
2020 – Outstanding Executive for CEO John Holt
In 2020, John Holt led Nutmeg State FCU through one of the most challenging times in history and was recognized for his outstanding leadership. Today, he continues guiding the credit union through a transformation that will bring multigenerational prosperity throughout the communities we serve.
Volunteer Recognition Award
Credit Union League of Connecticut
2018 – Volunteer Recognition Award for Dr. Luis Ramos
Board Chair of Nutmeg State FCU, Dr. Luis Ramos, was presented this award in recognition of his generosity and support to several charities and events.
Notable Achievements
Best Of The Best
MemberXP Best Of The Best
2019 – Best Consumer Loan Experience
MemberXP is the largest provider of credit union direct member feedback. This designation is determined from results measuring peer industry data.
Juntos Avanzamos Designation
Exceptional Commitment To Hispanic Outreach
2017 – ‘Juntos Avanzamos’ Designation
Nutmeg State FCU is one of only two Connecticut credit unions granted the ‘Juntos Avanzamos’ designation. The translation from Spanish to English is “Together We Advance”. Nutmeg provides services, bilingual support and affordable products that support the Hispanic community.
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