Welcome to the Amalgamated blog, a space for leaders and contributors from inside and outside Amalgamated Bank to share thoughts, opinions, and musings about topics relevant to our bank's mission and customers, the financial industry at large, and national and international affairs. Check back frequently as new blogs are posted on a regular basis.
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Bank-wideAmalgamated President & CEO teamed up with our Director of Impact Policy to show our strong support of the Build Back Better agenda in Congress. We need both the Bi-Partisan Infrastructure Bill and the full reconciliation budget passed by the House and the Senate to get the job done for America. Read the full letter here and join us in calling on Congress to act.
September 29, 2021 - Image
Bank-wideProtection of fair and free elections is a cornerstone of our democracy. The fight for freedom and rights, or any changes to our institutions, our legislation, and policies all starts with voting. In a true democracy, every vote counts.
September 14, 2021 - Image
Bank-wideLabor Day is meant to recognize the history of the American labor movement and honor the workers and laborers that have contributed immeasurably to the development and achievements of the United States.
Topics:September 6, 2021 - Image
Bank-wideAmalgamated Investment Services offers access to options to help you prepare for the costs of your child’s education, possibly even with a sustainable investment portfolio.
August 30, 2021 - Image
Bank-wideToday, on Women’s Equality Day, we are reminded of how far we have yet to go, in the fight for gender justice. Gender inequalities, trans- and homophobias are all inextricably linked to a deep-rooted patriarchal culture.
August 26, 2021 - Image
Bank-wideToday, I am proud to share that Amalgamated Bank has been named the official social responsibility partner of the Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA), a first-of-its-kind partnership to promote social justice reform.
August 16, 2021 - Image
Bank-wideToday, we’d like to share the story of Solar Holler, one of our solar clients focused on bringing clean energy to Appalachia. We are proud of the support we are providing through our treasury management and lending services to Solar Holler.
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Bank-wideAs the economy continues to reopen and normalize, now is a good time to reassess and consider your financial goals, such as saving for a comfortable retirement, or being able to help your child go to college. Saving for both your retirement and your child’s education at the same time can be challenging, but Amalgamated Investment Services offers solutions to help put you on the path to achieving all your goals.
July 21, 2021 - Image
Bank-widePlease read Ivan Frishberg’s letter, Director of Impact Policy at Amalgamated Bank, to ShareAction, outlining the details of Amalgamated’s work which demonstrates the leadership and action commensurate with the scale of the climate risk before us.
July 14, 2021 - Image
Bank-wideMission for Masks was one of the grantees of the Frontline Workers’ Fund. The initiative came from Sonja Schwartzbach (BSN, RN, CCRN), critical care nurse and author, Jess Jacobs, actor, writer, producer, and philanthropist, and two strategists, Sehr Thadhani and Callie Schweitzer.
Topics:July 14, 2021 - Image
Bank-wideTrans United, a proud client of Amalgamated Bank, is led by trans and gender-expansive people, with a majority of board members being trans women of color. They are a nonprofit community of leaders who have incubated, provided fiscal leadership, and organizational development to nearly two dozen trans-led grassroots groups over the years.
Topics:June 24, 2021 - Image
Bank-wideHappy Juneteenth. Today, we celebrate Black Americans’ freedom and achievements. We reflect on a period in our history that has shaped and continues to influence our society today. While the fight for racial justice and equity continues, we commemorate Juneteenth to honor Black Americans who fought and continue to fight for our freedom and basic rights.
Topics:June 18, 2021