04/27/2016
Citizens Bank Announces $58,000 in Contributions to Western Pennsylvania Organizations Through the Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money Initiative
As part of an ongoing commitment to give consumers the confidence and tools they need to be fiscally healthy, Citizens Bank announced today that five nonprofit organizations in western Pennsylvania will receive $58,000 in contributions as part of the Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money financial literacy initiative. Citizens Bank President Dan Fitzpatrick made the announcement during a media event at the offices of NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania in downtown Pittsburgh where he was joined by representatives from local nonprofits and financial literacy volunteers.
Leveraging the financial expertise of its bankers and its partnerships with local nonprofits focused on financial education, the Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money program this year includes $1.3 million in donations to 77 nonprofits and volunteer outreach by more than 400 trained Citizens colleagues. Citizens will also be sharing financial tips on Facebook and Twitter for the duration of National Financial Literacy Month, as well as ongoing financial advice from Citizens’ colleagues on YouTube. By the end of 2016, Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money is expected to improve the financial acumen of more than 220,000 Americans.
Nonprofit organizations from across the bank’s 11-state footprint were chosen in a competitive application process based on their track record of success providing financial education programs, clear and measurable goals for the program and a demonstration to incorporate sustainability in their program plans.
Locally, funding recipients in the western Pennsylvania region include:
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East Liberty Development, Inc.
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Eastside Neighborhood Employment Center
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Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania
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Mon Valley Initiative
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NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania
