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Credit unions shine in 2026 Diamond Awards honoring marketing excellence

Fox Communities Credit Union Named Diamond Awards Recipient Amid Record-Breaking Competition

Appleton, WI (April 24, 2026) |

 Fox Communities Credit Union was among 181 credit unions nationwide named as winners of the prestigious Diamond Awards, America's Credit Unions Marketing, PR & Development Council’s annual competition recognizing excellence in credit union marketing.

Fox Communities Credit Union received the following recognitions:

  • Award Category – New Event – Toppling Hunger Cereal Drive
  • Award Category – Ongoing Event – Bike to the Beat
  • Award Category – Advertising & Media – Direct Mail

America’s Credit Unions Marketing, PR & Development Council announced the winners of this year’s Diamond Awards, recognizing the most effective and innovative marketing campaigns across the credit union industry.

This year’s competition drew a record 1,481 submissions, with 181 organizations from 42 states elected as winners. In total, 330 awards were distributed, reflecting the exceptional quality of work produced by credit unions nationwide.

“We’re honored to be recognized among the best in the industry. These awards reflect our team’s commitment to helping people, delivering meaningful value to our members, and telling Fox’s story in impactful ways,” said Melanie Draheim, Chief Marketing Officer at Fox Communities Credit Union.

“We are proud to recognize Fox Communities Credit Union and this year’s Diamond Award winners for their entries that deliver both creativity and results,” said Lorrell Bellotti, Diamond Awards Co-chair and Chief Marketing Officer at Western Vista FCU in Cheyenne, Wyoming.  – “These entries demonstrate an understanding of the people we serve and strategic execution that delivers measurable impact.”

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