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. Co-Chairs Symone Crawford, Executive Director, Massachusetts Affordable Homeownership Alliance Maritza Crossen, Interim CEO, Citizens Housing and […]
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. The Small Business Lending Committee hosts quarterly meetings throughout the year on […]
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. This 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 […]
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!
Empowering Every Checkbook: The Responsive Banking Services Committee Since 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. Our Evolution: From […]
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 […]
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. As PFE continues to support financial institutions […]