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Charity Bank has been awarded a King's Awards for Enterprise in the sustainability category.The bank, based in Tonbridge, was recognised for its commitment to sustainable finance and its support for organisations tackling inequality and climate change.Chief executive Ed Siegel said the award reflects the organisation’s long-standing mission to use finance as a “force for good”.The King’s Awards fo

Mascoma Bank has announced plans to partner with Androscoggin Bank under a multi-bank mutual holding company structure, pending regulatory approval. The partnership brings together two long-standing, values-driven mutual banks with a shared commitment to strengthening community banking across Northern New England.Androscoggin Bank, a 150-year-old certified Benefit Corporation based in Lewiston, Ma

The Bizkaia Business Confederation (CEBEK) awarded LABORAL Kutxa the “Bardin Saria” (“Equality Price” in euskera) prize in recognition of its strong commitment to equality as a core element of its management model and competitiveness. The award highlights the organisation’s efforts to create diverse and equitable workplaces where people’s development is central.The jury valued LABORAL Kutxa’s “Sha

Climate First Bank has partnered with 4ocean, a global ocean cleanup organisation, committing to remove 12,000 pounds of plastic and debris from oceans and coastlines within 12 months. For every new account opened, the bank funds the removal of one pound of plastic from the ocean.The partnership with 4ocean puts that mission into direct action. Plastic pollution sends millions of pounds of waste i

EastRise Credit Union has appointed Robert Miller as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective 8 June 2026, following the retirement of long-serving CEO John Dwyer.Miller, who currently serves as President and Chief Operating Officer, was selected after a national search for his leadership experience and strong alignment with the credit union’s values and mission.He brings extensive

Bank Arvand has taken first place in the competition for Best Credit Organisation for Providing Non-Banking Services to Women Entrepreneurs, organised by the National Bank of Tajikistan.The award recognises the bank's sustained commitment to supporting women in business through training, advisory services, and simplified access to financial tools. Arvand's work in this space is longstanding — the

BRAC Bank has achieved a landmark milestone, processing USD 1 billion in international trade within a single month. The achievement reflects the bank's growing strength in foreign exchange capability, seamless transaction execution, and the deep client trust it has built over the years.Managing Director & CEO Tareq Refat Ullah Khan joined bank officials in marking the occasion, celebrating a miles

Vancity has been recognised in 2026 as both a Top 100 Employer for Canadians Over 40 and one of Canada’s Top Family-Friendly Employers, highlighting its commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.The recognition reflects Vancity’s focus on meaningful work across all stages of life, with employees contributing to initiatives such as inclusive financial services, climate action, af

In 2025, LABORAL Kutxa took a significant step forward in its commitment to values-based banking by undergoing, for the first time, the Scorecard assessment of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV)—a comprehensive framework of indicators designed to evaluate the extent to which a banking model integrates the social, environmental, and governance principles that define the movement.The r

Ekobanken's CEO, Maria Flock-Åhlander, has been named on Aktuell Hållbarhet's Most Powerful Sustainability list for 2026 (Hållbarhetsmäktigaste 2026), ranking 53rd in Sweden.For Ekobanken, the recognition is a reflection of collective work rather than individual achievement. It is a proof that the financial sector can contribute to long-term, positive values and strengthen societies on multiple le

BancoSol has received the 2026 Recognition for Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility, awarded by Revista COSAS Bolivia in partnership with national and international institutions, including the Bolivian Ministry of Development Planning and the Environment and United Nations Global Compact Bolivia.The award highlights BancoSol’s commitment to inclusive and sustainable development. As t

Ramallah, Palestine (8 April 2026). Bank of Palestine (BOP), convened its Assembly General Meeting (AGM) on 8th of April, 2026 in Ramallah with a 79.31% in quorum. The General Assembly approved all items on the agenda including the Board of Directors’ recommendation to distribute USD 21.5 million in dividends for the year 2025, a percentage of 8% of the bank’s paid-up capital.During the meeting, s

Banco Múltiple Ademi has received the Gold award, the highest distinction, in the Financial Inclusion category at the 2026 Financial Innovators in the Americas Awards for its Housing Improvement Programme.The programme, which has been running for over 20 years, provides financing to improve housing conditions for low-income communities. It supports upgrades such as replacing zinc roofs and wooden

At the beginning of the year, Verity Credit Union has awarded a total of USD 120,000 in grants to 16 startups and nonprofits led by BIPOC and women entrepreneurs, aiming to strengthen economic equity and community resilience across Washington state.The funding comes through Verity’s newly expanded “Grants for Growth” programme, which provides flexible financial support to small businesses and gras

Unity Trust Bank has released its latest Impact Report, highlighting continued growth in lending and strong support for communities across the UK.The bank reported increased lending, with a significant share directed towards organisations operating in areas of high deprivation, supporting housing, jobs and essential community services. The report also underscores Unity’s ongoing commitment to envi

BANFONDESA has been awarded a Silver-level recognition at the 2026 Financial Innovators in the Americas Awards, highlighting its leadership in combining innovation with social impact.The award recognises the bank’s Sustainable Bond, an initiative designed to expand access to finance for microentrepreneurs and support community development across the Dominican Republic. Presented in Miami, the awar

Summit Credit Union has been recognised as a Top Workplace in Madison, Wisconsin, for the seventh consecutive year, based on the results of an independent employee survey.The award reflects direct feedback from employees, highlighting the organisation’s strong workplace culture, employee engagement and commitment to fostering a positive and supportive environment.Top Workplace recognition is award

Gentera has been recognised as one of the 100 most responsible ESG companies in Mexico for 2025, ranking 11th in the financial sector according to the Merco ESG ranking.The ranking evaluates companies based on their environmental, social, and governance performance, highlighting their impact and commitment to responsible management.This recognition reinforces Gentera’s commitment to advancing fina

Published on 1 May 2025, Ecology Building Society has unveiled a refreshed brand identity, marking a new chapter in its long-standing commitment to environmental and social impact. The update reflects more than 40 years of ethical lending, from supporting housing initiatives that others would not fund to championing energy-efficient homes and sustainable renovations. The refreshed look is designed

BancoSol has been certified as a Top Employer 2026 by the Top Employers Institute for the second year in a row, reinforcing its leadership in people management within Bolivia’s financial sector.The bank achieved an overall score of 82.45% in the latest evaluation, seven points higher than the previous year, with particularly strong results in people strategy and leadership, as well as well-being,