Okaloosa Saves Selected to Receive Savings Champion Award by National Savings Program Annual Campaign

July 17, 2025 11:27 AM  |  Anonymous

Okaloosa Saves has earned the 2025 America Saves Week Savings Champion award, an honor explicitly reserved for organizations who effectively and actively promote saving strategies during the annual America Saves Week campaign.

Okaloosa Saves is one of 18 organizations honored with this distinction, out of more than 5,000 participating organizations of America Saves Week, which took place April 7 – 11, 2025 as part of Financial Literacy Month.

“We’re thrilled to recognize these outstanding organizations with the 2025 Savings Champion Award,” said Amy Miller, Program Manager of America Saves. “Their dedication to encouraging people to save — even during financially tight times — has a real impact on families and communities across the country. By providing resources, tools, and support, they help individuals take meaningful steps toward greater financial security and confidence. We’re proud to celebrate their commitment and the positive difference they make every day.”

The work of these organizations contributed to an impressive collective impact of the Week. During the week. These institutions helped to reach over 28.5 million individuals and encouraged $155 million worth of deposits into new and existing savings accounts.

“For more than 20 years, Okaloosa Saves has empowered individuals across Northwest Florida to become confident savers,” said Board Chair Laura Coale. “We’re passionate about helping people reduce debt, build wealth, and create lasting financial habits through year-round saving strategies. Financial wellness is a key part of overall well-being, and we value our ongoing partnership with America Saves as we continue this mission for years to come.”

2025 America Week Saving Champion Recipients:

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Okaloosa Saves

Los Angeles Saves

Credit.org (Inland Empire Saves, and San Diego Saves)

Commonwealth of VA - Dept. of Human Resource Management

The Financial Literacy Youth Initiative

Sunny Day Fund

Veterans Bargains

UT Southwestern Medical Center

City of Virginia Beach

UT Extension Henderson County

Amazon

Washington State Department of Financial Institutions

Young Investors Network

TDCI/Securities Division

Michigan Office of Retirement Services

Universities of Wisconsin, as supported by TIAA

State of Ohio Collective

America Saves Week is an annual event by America Saves, a program under the Consumer Federation of America.

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About America Saves

America Saves motivates, encourages, and supports American households to save money, reduce debt & build wealth through no-shame savings tips and strategies.

About Okaloosa Saves

Okaloosa Saves, a part of the national America Saves program, was founded in 2003 as a 501(c)3 encouraging individuals to build wealth and reduce debt. For additional information, visit OkaloosaSaves.com.