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Citizenship is at the heart of who we are, rooted in the belief that when people and communities reach their potential, we all thrive. This week, Citizens and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) announced the establishment of the first-ever “Citizens Helping Citizens” Scholarship to build accessible pathways, while providing opportunities of cultural awareness, understanding, & leadership nationally for high school students who are pursing postsecondary education. The program provides $50k in scholarship to 10 high school students entering a 2 or a 4-year college, university, or trade school in the fall of 2024, ensuring students have the proper resources and knowledge to help them reach their full potential. “Coming together with UNCF to launch the Citizens Helping Citizens Scholarship allows us to accelerate our commitment in building a more inclusive future to meet the ever-changing needs of our young people,” said Yvette Vargas, Head of Development at Citizens. “We're delighted to invest into the next generation of students by providing access to education, which fuels continuous learning, skills development, and professional aspirations.” The ongoing partnership between Citizens and UNCF has provided value beyond the scholarship, with key investments, mentorship, and workforce development initiatives for students from Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs). Share with the qualifying high school seniors in your network. Applications are due 5p EST on 5/13/24.
Citizens is committed to building a more sustainable future. We're taking action to offset our power consumption with clean energy, support our clients and customers and their transition to a lower-carbon future and partnering with local nonprofits dedicated to promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy in our communities. Read more about our efforts at the link below!
In honor of National Volunteer Month, we're flipping the spotlight on our colleague volunteers. What makes Citizens stand out are our passionate colleagues who genuinely care about helping our customers and communities thrive. This is shown in how we show up to give back to the neighborhoods where we live and work. In 2023, nearly 9,000 colleagues donated more than 232,000 service hours to support 3,200 nonprofits. Amongst the super-regional banks, our civic engagement totals are above and beyond our peers and are a true differentiator that sets apart our culture and the impact we have on our communities. Plus, every colleague receives 4 hours of additional PTO annually for volunteer-related activities and Citizens matches colleague donations (up to $1,000 annually) to eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Together, we are Made Ready to Make a Difference!
Today we announced Q1 2024 earnings and key results, demonstrating our continuing ability to successfully navigate a dynamic environment. “We are executing well on our key strategic initiatives, including the Private Bank, NYC Metro, TOP 9 and servicing Private Capital. We remain comfortable with our full year guidance and are excited by our medium-term prospects,” said Chairman and CEO Bruce Van Saun. Read the full report at the link below.
It’s International Day of Pink and our colleagues wore pink to bring visibility to the LGBTQ+ community. We celebrate visibility in all its forms---you are seen, acknowledged and respected. Today and every day, we are Made Ready to stand up against bullying, discrimination, and violence. Learn more about our culture of inclusion here.
"We need people who have a demonstrated ability to learn, who are agile learners and have a real thirst for bettering themselves. We can't possibly hire for everything we need in the future. What we can hire - people who are voracious learners, people who want to improve themselves." Our Chief Human Resources Officer, Susan LaMonica, spoke with Newsweek on the types of skills we value in candidates. We’re proud to rank as a five-star company on their 2024 list of America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters.
It’s the first week of April, which means it’s Financial Literacy Month! Citizens looks for opportunities where our funding can have a clear, measurable impact on the community. We're excited to announce $2.4M in financial empowerment grants to support 137 nonprofit organizations across our footprint. This includes a $415,000 grant to Junior Achievement USA as part of our Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money program. “Citizens is committed to ensuring that all community members have the resources and tools needed to make sound financial decisions,” said Bruce Van Saun, Chairman and CEO. Learn more about the results of our teen financial wellness survey in partnership with Junior Achievement and our efforts to support financial literacy programs.
Did you know we offer an Educational Assistance program that helps qualified colleagues continue their education? You can get reimbursed for tuition, fees and books (up to specified limits) when you successfully complete study related to business needs. Already have your degree? We offer reimbursement for certificates from accredited or approved institutions too!
For the first time, Citizens has ranked on FORTUNE's America’s Most Innovative Companies List! Companies were assessed on three dimensions of innovation: product, process, and culture. We know the world is rapidly changing, and we must be agile and innovate to meet our customers’ evolving needs. At Citizens, new ideas, new solutions, and new ways of working are encouraged and embraced. We embody the spirit of innovation and work to stay future ready. If you’re a curious and creative thinker, consider bringing your skills to a career at Citizens.
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