Eglin Federal Credit Union was one of five credit unions nationwide to earn the Designation of Savings Excellence (DOSE) Award for its efforts during Veteran Saves Week 2025. The DOSE Award is an industry-respected annual honor that recognizes financial institutions that actively and effectively promote saving strategies during Veteran Saves Week, which took place Nov. 4–7, 2025.
Veteran Saves Week is a national initiative launched by America Saves in 2023 to help the veteran community build financial stability through practical, real-life saving strategies. The program focuses on meeting individuals where they are, encouraging small steps and promoting achievable progress.
“Eglin Federal Credit Union is honored to receive the DOSE Award,” said Cathie Staton, Eglin FCU President and CEO. “We are proud to serve a thriving military and veteran community with services, support and solutions that simplify their financial lives. Our Field of Membership includes active and retired military personnel who are assigned to or receiving services from Eglin Air Force Base, Hurlburt Field, Duke Field, Camp Rudder or the 7th Special Forces Group. Veterans residing in Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Walton counties are also eligible for membership. Partnering with Veteran Saves Week was a natural fit, as we share a commitment to helping veterans, transitioning service members and their families build financial readiness for life after service.”
Through the collective efforts of Eglin Federal Credit Union and more than 900 participating organizations, Veteran Saves Week 2025 saw nearly $1.9 million worth of deposits into new and existing savings accounts and generated $370,000 in pledged deposits toward personal savings goals. Outreach efforts included educational resources and social media campaigns that invited veterans to take the Veteran Saves Pledge.
“At its core, Veteran Saves Week encourages a financial check-in so Veterans and transitioning service members can better understand their day-to-day finances,” said Krystel Spell, the program manager of Veteran Saves. “This year, we were especially mindful of the moment we were in. Many households are making tough decisions, adjusting priorities, and responding to unexpected financial changes. The organizations recognized this year helped make saving feel realistic for Veterans and service members, even during uncertain times.”
