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Valley National Bank releases its 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report highlighting the Bank’s commitment to its community partners.

Grant Will Support Efforts to Clear Property Titles and Execute Wills for Families in San Antonio, Texas

Funding Assists Disabled Military Service Members, Veterans and Gold Star Families

First-of-its-kind early childhood educator training highlights broader investments in workforce development and financial education paired with colleague volunteerism to deliver statewide impact.

To help address the growing need for skilled affordable housing developers, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago), in partnership with member Associated Bank, has awarded $375,000 through its Community First® Developer Program (Developer Program) to two nonprofit organizations in Illinois and Wisconsin. The awards come as communities across the Midwest face increasing demand for affordable housing alongside a shortage of experienced development professionals. The grants will su

“The progress we achieved in 2025 reflects the strong partnerships we’ve built with our members and a shared commitment to strengthening communities,” said Bre Chapman, executive vice president and chief administrative officer at FHLB Dallas.

Commitment to Community Investment through FHLB Dallas Programs Sparks Honor

Ameriprise Financial has been recognized by Newsweek as one of the “Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2026.”

WaFd Bank Named Official Banking Partner of Network of Giving Foundation Across the United States

The Foundation has enabled over 100,000 jobs with more than half of these for women, impacting over 700,000 lives.Tarakeshwar will lead the Foundation’s global strategy, driving forward its scaled ambition to create opportunities for young people as an anchor of growth and stability.

Women's History Month volunteer opportunities highlight meaningful ways to making a difference in the community.

Annual Scholarship Program Increases From 4 to 10 Students For 2026Bank Reaffirms its Commitment to Tennis and Bolsters Support for the Coachella Valley CommunityEach Student Receives $20,000 College Grant Based on Scholastic & Athletic Achievements

New program delivers mortgage rates approximately 250 basis points below market and flexible underwriting to help member institutions support Habitat affiliates and low-to-moderate income homebuyers

Billions in tax credit capital will help expand affordable housing, clean energy and jobs

Five Additional Leaders Reappointed for Housing and Economic Development Guidance

Funding will help families access essential resources through the community pantry during treatment

Report highlights progress, persistent challenges and actionable recommendations

The ‘Water Use Efficiency Index’ by Ecolab and CDP provides sector‑specific benchmarks to guide smarter water management and accelerate progress toward best‑in‑class resilience and competitive advantage

$55 million in interest rate subsidy, higher per-member limits, and streamlined access deliver up to 200 basis point savings for Illinois and Wisconsin

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh (FHLBank), in conjunction with its housing finance agency partners, announced that $8.4 million in Home4Good grants have been awarded this year to support 110 programs in Delaware, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

As GivingTuesday gets underway, Symetra is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its 'Symetra Empowers Communities’ program with $1 million in grants.

Symetra has expanded its National Park Trust relationship by bringing NPT’s Buddy Bison™ School Program to Bryant Elementary School in Mableton, Ga.

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh announced the results of its 2025 Board election.

Cathay Bank is proud to announce its participation in the CFA Institute Research Challenge, an annual global competition that provides university students with hands-on mentoring and training in financial analysis and professional ethics.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251110258450/en/Students from the CFA Institute Research Challenge - Los Angeles meet with Cathay Bank Executives at the Corporate Center in El Monte.“We

Funds from Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta Support Several Southeast Communities

Program Assists Disabled Military Service Members, Veterans and Gold Star Families

A partnership between Ellavoz Impact Capital, Tesatura Capital, EQ Housing Advisors, and Reinvestment Fund has helped preserve 56 units of naturally occurring affordable housing (NOAH) in the rapidly appreciating housing market of Summerville, SC, a suburb and employment hub in the Charleston area.For Jeffrey Crum, president of Ellavoz Impact Capital, and Allie Zamfir, founder of Tesatura Capital, impact investing means far more than just financial returns. It’s about aligning capital to preserv

Program Assists Disabled Military Veterans and Gold Star Families with Housing Needs

CIM-BGV Impact Ventures’ First Affordable Housing Impact Fund Announces Milestone First Closing of $250M+ in Total Investment Capacity

More New Orleans, Louisiana, families will have the chance to achieve the dream of homeownership thanks to a $60,000 Partnership Grant Program (PGP) award from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas), Home Bank, Liberty Bank & Trust and Renasant Bank. The funds, presented to the New Orleans Neighborhood Development Foundation (NDF) today during a ceremonial check presentation, will directly support affordable housing initiatives and community development for low- and moderate-income r

Over the past year, heightened business uncertainty has made it harder for companies to offer key support to employees — employers have regressed in their role across the globe.Higher financial literacy results in lower loan default rates, higher loan affordability, and stronger GDP growth.

Day of Impact continues a legacy of compassion and service

Grant to Support Additional Business Coaching

In Partnership with the New Jersey Devils, Wiss to Put a Spotlight on Cross-Industry Collaborations Driving Social Impact

FORTIFIED Roofing Enhances Resiliency Against Severe Weather

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas), Arvest Bank and Restore Hope Arkansas celebrated the grand opening of Cobblestone Farm Community, a new development of 89 rental homes, duplexes and triplexes in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The project was made possible in part by an $850,000 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grant awarded through FHLB Dallas and its member, Arvest Bank.This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/2025090

Symetra, a national provider of life, retirement and employee benefits insurance products, is named to the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list.

Disaster Rebuilding Assistance Program Helps Homeowners Recover and Repair

First Foundation Bank Invests $160,000 across five states to support organizations making a local impact

“By expanding access to healthy food, we’re not just nourishing bodies—we’re helping build stronger, more resilient families, farms, and communities.” — Matt Martin, RCU’s SVP of Community & Government Relations.

Fourth annual Q2 Philanthropy Fund to award $150,000 in grants to nonprofits across the globe

Recognition highlights employee empowerment, commitment to a culture of innovation, and dedication to Iowa communities

Program Assists Disabled Military Veterans and Gold Star Families with Housing Needs

Officials Gather for Grand Opening of Arkansas Development for Residents 55 and older

Will accelerate efforts to realize nature-positive

CUTX doubles its Save the Change program adoption in just 60 days, with over 13% of members now using Spiral daily and surpassing 700,000 transactions to date.

Report highlights the company’s people-first inclusion strategy and initiatives undertaken in 2024

Commits $350K by 2027 to fund access and programming for underserved adults in Greater Hartford, Conn., area

Available to consumers around the world sending money to their loved ones in Myanmar via WesternUnion.com and the Western Union app

Inaugural grants will drive growth, broaden financial access for small businesses