HFS Federal Credit Union Named Best-in-State Credit Union in Hawai’i by Forbes for 2025
June 20, 2025
Hilo, HI (June 20, 2025) – HFS Federal Credit Union is honored to announce that it has been named the Best-in-State Credit Union in Hawai’i by Forbes for 2025. This prestigious recognition marks the seventh time in eight years that HFS Federal Credit
Union has earned a place on the respected Forbes list.
“We are deeply grateful for this recognition and humbled by the continued trust our members and community have placed in us,” said Nathan N. Abe, President/Chief Executive Officer of HFS Federal Credit Union. “This achievement is a reflection of
our members’ loyalty and our team’s unwavering commitment to serving our community with integrity and excellence.”
The Forbes ranking is developed in partnership with market research firm Statista through an extensive survey of approximately 26,000 U.S. residents. Survey participants were asked to rank their financial institutions across several key areas, including trust, member service, digital tools, quality of financial advice, and whether fees were transparent and reasonable. Publicly available reviews were also incorporated into the rankings, accounting for 20% of each institution’s overall score.
HFS Federal Credit Union has long been dedicated to serving the financial needs of
Hawai’i residents, offering a full range of services, loans, and financial guidance. The credit union’s member-focused approach and commitment to community involvement have been cornerstone values since its founding in 1937.
The credit union extends its heartfelt appreciation to its members and community, whose continued support and feedback help drive ongoing improvements in service and member experience. The credit union remains committed to providing personalized service and competitive financial solutions that members deserve while continuing to grow and evolve to meet changing needs.
For more information about HFS Federal Credit Union and its services, visit hfsfcu.org or call (808) 930-1400.
For more information about HFS FCU, contact the Credit Union at (808) 930-1400, visit visit hfsfcu.org, or stop by any of our branches in Hilo, Kea‘au, Prince Kuhio Plaza, Honoka‘a, Waimea, or Kona. You’ll quickly see why HFS is the credit union where caring counts.
HFS Federal Credit Union (HFS FCU) is the largest not-for-profit and member-owned financial institution on Hawai’i Island. Established by just nine individuals in 1937, HFS started with very humble beginnings. The Credit Union continued to grow from serving only employees of the Federal and Territorial Governments in the County of Hawai‘i and their families to now offering membership to any person who lives, works, or attends school on Hawai’i Island.
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Union has earned a place on the respected Forbes list.
“We are deeply grateful for this recognition and humbled by the continued trust our members and community have placed in us,” said Nathan N. Abe, President/Chief Executive Officer of HFS Federal Credit Union. “This achievement is a reflection of
our members’ loyalty and our team’s unwavering commitment to serving our community with integrity and excellence.”
The Forbes ranking is developed in partnership with market research firm Statista through an extensive survey of approximately 26,000 U.S. residents. Survey participants were asked to rank their financial institutions across several key areas, including trust, member service, digital tools, quality of financial advice, and whether fees were transparent and reasonable. Publicly available reviews were also incorporated into the rankings, accounting for 20% of each institution’s overall score.
HFS Federal Credit Union has long been dedicated to serving the financial needs of
Hawai’i residents, offering a full range of services, loans, and financial guidance. The credit union’s member-focused approach and commitment to community involvement have been cornerstone values since its founding in 1937.
The credit union extends its heartfelt appreciation to its members and community, whose continued support and feedback help drive ongoing improvements in service and member experience. The credit union remains committed to providing personalized service and competitive financial solutions that members deserve while continuing to grow and evolve to meet changing needs.
For more information about HFS Federal Credit Union and its services, visit hfsfcu.org or call (808) 930-1400.
For more information about HFS FCU, contact the Credit Union at (808) 930-1400, visit visit hfsfcu.org, or stop by any of our branches in Hilo, Kea‘au, Prince Kuhio Plaza, Honoka‘a, Waimea, or Kona. You’ll quickly see why HFS is the credit union where caring counts.
HFS Federal Credit Union (HFS FCU) is the largest not-for-profit and member-owned financial institution on Hawai’i Island. Established by just nine individuals in 1937, HFS started with very humble beginnings. The Credit Union continued to grow from serving only employees of the Federal and Territorial Governments in the County of Hawai‘i and their families to now offering membership to any person who lives, works, or attends school on Hawai’i Island.
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