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SUMMARY:Small Business Lending Committee
DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Lending Committee brings together financial institutions\, small business assistance providers\, city and state agencies and others to promote the economic revitalization of low- and moderate-income communities in Massachusetts by providing insight\, ideas and information designed to encourage small business lending. \nThe Small Business Lending Committee hosts quarterly meetings throughout the year on a variety of topics from underwriting approaches to small business lending trends in the Commonwealth. Membership in Partnership for Financial Equity is encouraged\, but not a requirement to attend meetings. \nCommittees are open meetings held throughout the year on a variety of topics related to small business lending and supporting BIPOC and women-owned small business. At our meetings\, you can network with those who share similar interests or responsibilities and discuss topics related to your industry. Each meeting is facilitated by Partnership for Financial Equity co-chairs and staff. These sessions are designed to encourage an informal and collegial exchange of experiences and insights. Membership is encouraged to help sustain our efforts\, but is not a requirement to attend meetings. \nCo-Chair\nElyson dos Santos\, VP Business Development\, Rockland Trust
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/small-business-lending-committee-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T160000
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SUMMARY:Executive Committee
DESCRIPTION:The Executive Committee of the Partnership for Financial Equity (PFE) will convene to discuss upcoming initiatives\, strategic priorities\, and key developments affecting our work locally and nationally. The meeting will include updates on emerging ventures\, organizational direction\, and relevant community and policy news. \nAs PFE continues to support financial institutions in advancing equity\, the Committee will also review opportunities to strengthen connections with community-based organizations leading innovative programs in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods.
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/executive-committee-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T093000
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T163532Z
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SUMMARY:CRA Peer Group
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly CRA Peer Group convenes banking professionals from across the Commonwealth to exchange insights\, share best practices\, and discuss emerging regulatory and legislative developments. \nThis forum serves as a collaborative network and trusted resource for CRA officers\, providing opportunities to engage in dialogue around policy updates\, strengthen partnerships with community-based organizations\, and collectively respond to changes impacting our institutions and communities. \nParticipants can expect timely updates\, peer discussion\, and practical takeaways to support their CRA strategies and community engagement efforts. \nCo-Chairs\nDelisa Joseph\, Vice President\, CRA Officer\, Needham Bank \nTom Golden\, Senior Vice President\, Director of CRA and Fair Banking\, Rockland Trust \nVanessa Greene\, Executive Vice President\, Chief Risk Officer\, Cape Cod Five \n  \nA Quick Note on Registration > At this time\, registration is open only to Bankers and CRA Officers. We value the input of all stakeholders\, so if you’re a non-banker looking to join the conversation\, please join us over at the CRA Community Council!
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/cra-peer-group-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
CREATED:20260213T191348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T183002Z
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SUMMARY:MAHA's Taste of Dorchester
DESCRIPTION:Taste of Dorchester® is MAHA’s annual fundraiser that raises critical funds for the organization and supports the incredible Dorchester restaurant community. Join us this year at the 18th annual TOD to eat great food\, bid on silent auction items\, and enjoy great company.
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/mahas-taste-of-dorchester/
LOCATION:IBEW Local 103 Hall\, 265 Freeport Street\, Dorchester\, MA\, 02124\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
CREATED:20260203T151715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T170946Z
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SUMMARY:CRA Community Council
DESCRIPTION:Through shared insights\, best practices\, and innovative strategies\, this council of community leaders and activists aim to foster collaboration and information sharing among community stakeholders by creating a dynamic group dedicated to advancing responsible and equitable community reinvestment strategies. \nCo-Chairs\nSymone Crawford\, Executive Director\, Massachusetts Affordable Homeownership Alliance \nMaritza Crossen\, Interim CEO\, Citizens Housing and Planning Association \nKeith Fairey\, CEO\, Wayfinders \nWho should register? To ensure we meet the current needs of our partners\, registration is currently limited to Non-Profit and Community-Based Organizations. If you are a banking professional looking to engage in CRA discussions\, we would love to have you in our CRA Peer Group. Please register there to join the conversation!
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/cra-community-council-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T130000
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CREATED:20260203T021003Z
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SUMMARY:Mortgage Lending Committee
DESCRIPTION:The Mortgage Lending Committee brings together financial institutions\, housing advocates\, public officials and others to work to expand home ownership opportunities for low- and moderate-income homebuyers and to sustain home ownership in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. The Mortgage Lending Committee hosts open meetings quarterly on a variety of topics from downpayment assistance programs to mortgage lending trends in the Commonwealth. \nCo-Chairs\nElliot Schmiedl\, Director of Homeownership\, Massachusetts Housing Partnership \nMichelle Meiser\, Vice President\, Community Relationship Outreach Officer\, Eastern Bank
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/mortgage-lending-committee/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
CREATED:20260203T022053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T185757Z
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SUMMARY:Just Economy Conference
DESCRIPTION:PFE members and staff will be attending the 2026 Just Economy Conference sponsored by the National Community Reinvestment Coalition. The conference is the leading national conference for economic and social justice leaders who fight for an economy where all Americans can build wealth and provide for their families.
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/just-economy-conference/
LOCATION:Washington Hilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T090000
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SUMMARY:CRA Peer Group
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly CRA Peer Group convenes banking professionals from across the Commonwealth to exchange insights\, share best practices\, and discuss emerging regulatory and legislative developments. \nThis forum serves as a collaborative network and trusted resource for CRA officers\, providing opportunities to engage in dialogue around policy updates\, strengthen partnerships with community-based organizations\, and collectively respond to changes impacting our institutions and communities. \nParticipants can expect timely updates\, peer discussion\, and practical takeaways to support their CRA strategies and community engagement efforts. \nCo-Chairs\nDelisa Joseph\, Vice President\, CRA Officer\, Needham Bank \nTom Golden\, Senior Vice President\, Director of CRA and Fair Banking\, Rockland Trust \nVanessa Greene\, Executive Vice President\, Chief Risk Officer\, Cape Cod Five \n  \nA Quick Note on Registration > At this time\, registration is open only to Bankers and CRA Officers. We value the input of all stakeholders\, so if you’re a non-banker looking to join the conversation\, please join us over at the CRA Community Council!
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/cra-peer-group-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T160000
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SUMMARY:Board of Directors
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Directors of the Partnership for Financial Equity (PFE) will convene to review organizational strategy\, governance matters\, and key updates shaping our work across the Commonwealth and nationally. The meeting will focus on long-term priorities\, oversight of current initiatives\, and emerging opportunities aligned with PFE’s mission. \nAs PFE continues to support financial institutions in advancing equity and strengthening partnerships with community-based organizations serving low- to moderate-income neighborhoods\, the Board will provide guidance to ensure our work remains impactful\, responsive\, and mission-driven.
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/board-of-directors-4/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
CREATED:20260203T021456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T185659Z
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SUMMARY:National Community Investment Conference
DESCRIPTION:PFE members and staff will be attending the 2026 National Community Investment Conference\, sponsored by the Federal Reserve Banks of San Francisco\, St. Louis\, Richmond\, Philadelphia\, New York\, Minneapolis\, Kansas City\, Dallas\, Cleveland\, Chicago\, Boston\, and Atlanta\, Fed Communities\, and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. The conference will highlights strategies for advancing economic opportunity through access to credit\, investment\, and financial services\, with a focus on effective partnership models. Attendees will hear about successful approaches for attracting and deploying capital in a variety of sessions tailored to financial institutions\, community organizations\, and public entities who are striving to meet the needs of the communities they serve.
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/national-community-investment-conference/
LOCATION:Phoenix Convention Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
CREATED:20260122T212038Z
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SUMMARY:Responsive Banking Services Committee + Bank On MA
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Every Checkbook: The Responsive Banking Services Committee\nSince 1994\, the Responsive Banking Services Committee has been dedicated to one core mission: expanding financial access. We believe that a bank account is more than just a place to hold money—it’s the foundation of financial stability and a bridge to the American dream. \nOur Evolution: From Basic Banking to Bank On\nFor over three decades\, our Basic Banking for Massachusetts program has encouraged banks to voluntarily provide low-cost checking and savings accounts tailored for low-to-moderate-income households. \nBuilding on that legacy\, PFE took a bold step forward in 2025 by launching the Bank On Massachusetts coalition. This initiative plugs our local efforts into a powerful national movement: \nNational Standards: We’ve aligned with the Cities for Financial Empowerment (CFE) Fund to ensure accounts meet rigorous national standards for safety and affordability. \nScale: We are now part of a network of 98 local initiatives across the country\, all working to bring the “unbanked” into the fold. \nVoluntary Participation: Our partner banks continue to lead the way by providing accounts that eliminate hidden fees and lower the barriers to entry. \nResponsive Banking Services Committee\nCommittee Chair – Lena Buteau\, Vice President\, Retail Administration Officer\, Monson Savings Bank \nGet Involved\nWhether you are a financial institution looking to join the coalition or a community partner eager to spread the word\, we want to hear from you. \nThe Responsive Banking Services Committee meetings are open meetings held throughout the year on a variety of topics related to banking services for low- to moderate-income households\, including oversight of our Basic Banking for Massachusetts program and Bank on Massachusetts. At our meetings\, you can network with those who share similar interests or responsibilities and discuss topics related to your industry. Each meeting is facilitated by Partnership for Financial Equity co-chairs and staff. These sessions are designed to encourage an informal and collegial exchange of experiences and insights. Membership in Partnership for Financial Equity is encouraged to help sustain our efforts\, but is not a requirement to attend meetings. \nContact for Inquiries: Jason Andrade Director of Research and Membership Engagement 📞 857-309-3096 ✉️ jandrade@financialequity.net
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/responsive-banking-services-committee/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
CREATED:20260218T180832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T181121Z
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SUMMARY:Special PFE Networking Evening
DESCRIPTION:Join PFE for a Special Networking Event on Thursday\, March 5th from 4:30pm-7:30pm and experience a first-of-its-kind financial experience with escape room questing at WealthTrek in Burlington. Space is limited. RSVP Today. Many thanks to our friends at Hanscom Federal Credit Union for hosting!
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/special-pfe-networking-evening/
LOCATION:6 Wayside Road\, Burlington\, MA 01803\, MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
CREATED:20260226T020858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T170207Z
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SUMMARY:CRA Peer Group - Quarterly Extended Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly CRA Peer Group convenes banking professionals from across the Commonwealth to exchange insights\, share best practices\, and discuss emerging regulatory and legislative developments. \nThis forum serves as a collaborative network and trusted resource for CRA officers\, providing opportunities to engage in dialogue around policy updates\, strengthen partnerships with community-based organizations\, and collectively respond to changes impacting our institutions and communities. \nParticipants can expect timely updates\, peer discussion\, and practical takeaways to support their CRA strategies and community engagement efforts. \nCo-Chairs\nDelisa Joseph\, Vice President\, CRA Officer\, Needham Bank \nTom Golden\, Senior Vice President\, Director of CRA and Fair Banking\, Rockland Trust \nVanessa Greene\, Executive Vice President\, Chief Risk Officer\, Cape Cod Five \n  \nA Quick Note on Registration > At this time\, registration is open only to Bankers and CRA Officers. We value the input of all stakeholders\, so if you’re a non-banker looking to join the conversation\, please join us over at the CRA Community Council!
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/cra-peer-group/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
CREATED:20260122T211021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T022150Z
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SUMMARY:Small Business Lending Committee
DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Lending Committee brings together financial institutions\, small business assistance providers\, city and state agencies and others to promote the economic revitalization of low- and moderate-income communities in Massachusetts by providing insight\, ideas and information designed to encourage small business lending. \nThe Small Business Lending Committee hosts quarterly meetings throughout the year on a variety of topics from underwriting approaches to small business lending trends in the Commonwealth. Membership in Partnership for Financial Equity is encouraged\, but not a requirement to attend meetings. \nCommittees are open meetings held throughout the year on a variety of topics related to small business lending and supporting BIPOC and women-owned small business. At our meetings\, you can network with those who share similar interests or responsibilities and discuss topics related to your industry. Each meeting is facilitated by Partnership for Financial Equity co-chairs and staff. These sessions are designed to encourage an informal and collegial exchange of experiences and insights. Membership is encouraged to help sustain our efforts\, but is not a requirement to attend meetings. \nCo-Chair\nElyson dos Santos\, VP Business Development\, Rockland Trust
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/small-business-lending-committee/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T101001
CREATED:20260122T210107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T170914Z
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SUMMARY:CRA Community Council
DESCRIPTION:Through shared insights\, best practices\, and innovative strategies\, this council of community leaders and activists aim to foster collaboration and information sharing among community stakeholders by creating a dynamic group dedicated to advancing responsible and equitable community reinvestment strategies. \nCo-Chairs\nSymone Crawford\, Executive Director\, Massachusetts Affordable Homeownership Alliance \nMaritza Crossen\, Interim CEO\, Citizens Housing and Planning Association \nKeith Fairey\, CEO\, Wayfinders \nWho should register? To ensure we meet the current needs of our partners\, registration is currently limited to Non-Profit and Community-Based Organizations. If you are a banking professional looking to engage in CRA discussions\, we would love to have you in our CRA Peer Group. Please register there to join the conversation!
URL:https://financialequity.net/event/cra-community-council/
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