Access to banking

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As America’s socially responsible bank, committed to providing financial services and advocating for economic justice for all, we recognize the struggle that many communities face when it comes to accessing banking services.

Building America's socially responsible bank

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“Corporate social responsibility.” “B Corp certified.” “ESG.” “Carbon neutral.” These are some of the buzzwords that companies use to talk about their impact on society. As America’s socially responsible bank, we use these words to describe our approach to doing business. But what does it really mean to be a socially responsible bank?

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Amalgamated Bank Creates "Restart Checking" Program to Help Serve Those Previously Denied Banking

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Bank Launches New Subway Ads to Promote Financial Opportunity for All People. Progressive Bank’s Previous Subway Ads Touting Higher Minimum Wage Were Deemed “Too Political” by MTA.

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Amalgamated Bank Appoints Progressive Leader Lynne Fox As New Board Chair

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Nation’s Leading Union-Owned Bank Announces First Female Board Chair

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Amalgamated Bank Files Brief Defending Banks' Ability to Combat Financial Crime Without Documents Underlying IDNYC Program

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Bank strongly supports Mayor de Blasio’s efforts to protect New Yorkers; Publicly debunks claims that purging municipal IDs will Interfere with federal banking regulations

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Amalgamated Bank Applauds Court Decision on NYC Municipal ID Program

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Bank Filed Legal Brief in January Supporting Mayor de Blasio’s Efforts to Protect New Yorkers

Marching towards justice: Why participating in our democracy matters

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Last week, our government once again changed hands, ending a chapter — and starting another — of great uncertainty and tension for America.

An ID for all, without fear

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In January, Amalgamated took the opportunity to weigh in on a lawsuit filed in connection with New York City’s municipal ID card program (IDNYC).