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71,000 square-foot mixed use condominium property being developed  PORTSMOUTH, NH, February 21, 2019 – Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, is pleased to announce that its Commercial Real Estate team is leading a $20 million construction loan for Portsmouth-based developer Stephen Kelm to build a 71,000 square-foot mixed use condominium property at 46-64 Maplewood Avenue...

Public Health and Human Services Leader Advocates For Domestic Violence Intervention and Prevention BOSTON, December 28, 2018 – Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, has honored Sue Chandler, Executive Director of DOVE Inc. (“DOVE”), with a 2018 Community Advocacy Award. DOVE (“Domestic Violence Ended”) serves the greater South Shore community, and remains the only domestic...

For Nearly 20 Years, She Has Developed Solutions To End Sexual Violence And Effectively Respond To And Support Survivors BOSTON, December 21, 2018 – Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, has honored Gina Scaramella, Executive Director of the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC), with a 2018 Community Advocacy Award. BARCC is the only comprehensive rape crisis center in Greater...

Dynamic Leader Recognized For Empowering Girls Across The North Shore BOSTON, December 20, 2018 – Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, is pleased to announce that Deb Ansourlian, Executive Director of Girls Inc. of Lynn, has been recognized with a Community Advocacy Award. Deb oversees all aspects of programming, finance and fundraising for Girls Inc. of Lynn, which services...

Award Presented at 30th Annual Celebration of Social Justice Which This Year Recognized Community Leaders Dedicated to the Advancement of Women BOSTON – December 14, 2018 – Last night, Eastern Bank, honored Dr. Paula A. Johnson, President of Wellesley College, with its 2018 Social Justice Award. The award recognizes community leaders who have achieved outstanding impact in addressing social justice...

Bringing The Total To $500,000 Awarded To Nonprofits For Capital Needs BOSTON, December 3, 2018 – Responding to a strong community need raised by local nonprofits, Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, has announced that the Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation is granting additional Partnership Grants as part of its 2018 charitable giving. As a result, a total of $500,000 will...

Her Accomplishments Around Programs For Children, Women And Families Are Recognized BOSTON, November 9, 2018 – Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, is pleased to announce it has awarded Human Services Leader Andi Genser with its Community Advocacy Award. A champion for social justice for more than 30 years, Andi is known for her deep commitment to working collaboratively with...

Eastern Understands The Vital Role Small Businesses Play In Strengthening Our Communities BOSTON, November 8, 2018 – Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, has been named by the U.S. Small Business Administration as one of the top lenders to small businesses. Eastern Bank ranked as the No. 1 U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lender in Massachusetts for the 10th consecutive...

Donald Lewis Brings 27 Years Of Experience Within Asset Based Lending BOSTON, November 6, 2018 – Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, is pleased to announce that Donald B. Lewis has joined its Commercial Lending Division as Senior Vice President, Head of Asset Based Lending. Prior to joining Eastern, Don spent 27 years at Citizens Bank, N.A., most recently as Senior Vice...

Helping Girls Achieve Their Best Has Defined Her Work For Decades BOSTON, November 2, 2018 – Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, is pleased to announce it has awarded Cathy Duffy Cullity, CEO of Girls Inc. of New Hampshire, with its Community Advocacy Award in recognition of her many contributions across New Hampshire and New England to inspire all girls to be strong, smart...