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2023

Penn Community Bank Recognized for Commitment to Equitable, Inclusive Banking

Product offering once again certified by national nonprofit for meeting Bank On Account Standards

 PERKASIE, Pa (January 2023) – Penn Community Bank, the largest mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, announced that its Access Checking account has once again been certified by the national Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) as meeting the Bank On National Account Standards (2023 – 2024). The national safe account Standards, co-created by consumer advocates, leading national nonprofit organizations, civic leaders, and other financial institutions, designate both core and strongly recommended features that ensure low cost, high functionality, and consumer safety.

The goal of Bank On is to ensure that everyone has access to safe and affordable financial products and services. The Bank On National Account Standards identify critical product features for appropriate bank or credit union accounts, making it easier for local coalitions across the country to connect consumers to accounts that meet their needs.

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Penn Community Bank, Lehigh Valley Phantoms Announce Corporate Partnership

ALLENTOWN, Pa (January 2023) – Penn Community Bank, the largest mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, has teamed up with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms as part of a new corporate partnership.

As part of the multi-year agreement, Penn Community Bank will hold a prominent position with the franchise, featuring the naming rights of the PPL Center concourse and owner of an Executive Suite. Penn Community Bank celebrated the partnership by serving as the presenting sponsor of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms New Year’s Eve game, which led into Allentown’s New Year’s Eve Celebration, concluding with the World’s Largest Puck Drop at midnight.

“We are happy to have Penn Community Bank join our team and be a part of the great work we’re doing here in the Lehigh Valley,” said Dennis Begley, Vice President of Partnerships and Premium Seating with the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. “From an unparalleled gameday experience to impactful charitable partnerships, we look forward to a long relationship that benefits our franchise, the bank, and the community as a whole.”

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