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VIENNA, Va. -- United Bank has been nationally recognized by the American Bankers Association with new honors in 2023.
The bank has received a Foundation Community Commitment Award in the Community and Economic Development category for its partnership program with Jubilee Housing. The award will be presented during the foundation's annual convention on Oct. 10 in Nashville.
In a partnership from nearly 20 years ago, United Bank and Jubilee Housing, which builds diverse, compassionate communities to create opportunities for everyone, have spurred revitalization in several neighborhoods in Washington, D.C., that are at risk of suffering the impacts of gentrification including displacement of longtime residents. With United's financing tools, a large network of partner organizations providing wraparound services and Jubilee Housing's quality programs, the partnership has made strides to reduce poverty for D.C. families and help residents thrive.
"United Bank is committed to finding meaningful ways to move the needle on important issues affecting our communities," Joseph LeMense, managing director, community development and nonprofit banking at United Bank, said. "We are proud of the impact we have had, alongside Jubilee Housing and our partners, on affordable housing in our nation's capital. We are honored to be named as a 2023 Community Commitment Award winner and are grateful to be recognized alongside so many impressive bank programs nationwide."
Award winners were chosen by nationally recognized experts based on the creativity and thoughtfulness of programs that embody the ideals of corporate social responsibility and demonstrate success in making an impact.
"The nominations in each of these categories were incredibly strong, making this year's winners even more impressive," said Lindsay Torrico, foundation executive director. "We applaud United Bank for its commitment to community engagement and hope other banks across the country will be inspired by their efforts."
In addition to the Community Commitment Award, this fall, United received an honorable mention for Outstanding Overall Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program in the foundtion's inaugural program awards. Awards celebrate member banks for their internal-facing programs, leadership and activities aimed to improve diversity, equity and inclusion within their workplace.
In 2018, United Bank was awarded by the foundation for having the top volunteer program among all banks in the country. The company also was No. 1 in the banks category in Newsweek's 2023 list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America.