07/31/2014
Citizens Bank and Volunteer NH recognize Danielle Avery with Good Citizen Award
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LINCOLN-WOODSTOCK, N.H. (July 31, 2014) – Citizens Bank and Volunteer NH have named Danielle Avery a “Good Citizen” for her outstanding commitment to the Lincoln and Woodstock communities. The Good Citizen Award honors people who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to volunteerism and, through their efforts, strengthen the communities where they live and work. As part of the award, a $250 donation is being made in Avery’s honor to Linwood Friends of Recreation, Inc..
“Danielle is a true asset to the Lincoln-Woodstock community,” said Paula Mackay, Citizens Bank Lincoln branch manager and Vice President. “She embodies the spirit of volunteerism with her positive attitude and willingness to help whenever needed. We are proud to work with Volunteer NH to showcase people like Danielle and the tremendous work they do in our New Hampshire communities.”
Avery is a dedicated volunteer in the Lincoln and Woodstock community and a mother of four. She is giving of her time, energy and efforts to coach and raise money for various organizations.
Danielle volunteers to coach all sports for the Recreation Department. She coaches two ages of soccer, two ages of basketball, t-ball, and softball. Her commitment to coaching sets an example for the whole community and the kids always know they can count on her to be fair and equitable.
Danielle leads by example. She volunteers as the President of the LinWood Friends of Recreation where she works to organize fundraisers for the Rec. Department. She has also served on numerous volunteer committees including the playground committee where she helped build a new playground for all students to use.
Her passion for serving the Lincoln and Woodstock communities follows her right into her kitchen. Each year, she and her family put on a free Thanksgiving dinner for anyone in the Lincoln and Woodstock communities.
“We are pleased to recognize Danielle for her steady dedicated service,” said Gretchen Berger-Wabuti, executive director at Volunteer NH. “It’s clear that her commitment to volunteerism is making a positive impact on the lives of many community members.”
Volunteer NH, a nonprofit organization that promotes volunteerism and service in New Hampshire, sponsors and supports national service initiatives such as AmeriCorps. It also provides training, a volunteer matching service and volunteer-recognition programs.
The Good Citizen Award is part of Citizens Helping Citizens Strengthen Communities, the bank’s program designed to contribute to the economic vitality of the communities it serves. The awards will be presented on a monthly basis through November 2014, when all of this year’s Good Citizens will be honored at the Spirit of New Hampshire Awards ceremony.
Good Citizen Award nominations can be made online at www.volunteernh.org. Nominations are evaluated based on the long-term impact of the nominee’s service and how they have inspired others to get involved or contributed to a culture of volunteerism. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Questions may be directed to Charles Caldwell, administrative outreach officer, Volunteer NH, at 603.271.7200 or by sending an email to [email protected].
About Citizens Financial Group Inc.
Citizens Financial Group Inc. is one of the nation’s oldest and largest financial institutions, with $126.9 billion in assets as of March 31, 2014. Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, the company offers a broad range of retail and commercial banking products and services to individuals, small businesses, middle-market companies, large corporations and institutions. Consumer Banking helps its retail customers “bank better” with mobile and online banking, a 24/7 customer contact center and the convenience of approximately 3,100 ATMs and approximately 1,200 Citizens Bank and Charter One branches in 11 states in the New England, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions. Citizens also provides mortgage lending, auto lending, student lending and commercial banking services in selective markets nationwide. In Commercial Banking, Citizens offers corporate, institutional and not-for-profit clients a full range of wholesale banking products and services including lending and deposits, capital markets, treasury services, foreign exchange and interest hedging, leasing and asset finance, specialty finance and trade finance.
Citizens operates via subsidiaries Citizens Bank, N.A., and Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania. Additional information about Citizens and its full line of products and services can be found at www.citizensbank.com.
