Benjamin Franklin Bank and Bencorp receive national recognition for outstanding service to their communities

Benjamin Franklin Bank, through the efforts of Bencorp, its employee volunteer organization, was recently recognized for its contributions to the community at the American Bankers Association (ABA) National Conference for Community Bankers in Phoenix, Ariz. Benjamin Franklin Bank and the Bencorp team received a certificate of recognition for the positive impact its volunteer outreach programs have had on the communities located within the Benjamin Franklin Bank's service area. "Bencorp is honored to receive recognition for our commitment, passion and leadership throughout the year," said Linda Fortier, president and founder of Bencorp. "Benjamin Franklin Bank and Bencorp have distinguished themselves with their longstanding commitment to give back to the community." Through the ABA Community Bank Award Program, the ABA honors institutions that have taken an innovative, creative and effective approach to making a difference in their communities. Bencorp is an employee based community outreach program that provides volunteer services and financial education to organizations and communities within the Benjamin Franklin Bank service area. Benjamin Franklin Bank is a full service community bank founded in 1871 with eleven branches located in the communities of Bellingham, Foxboro, Franklin, Medfield, Milford, Newton, Waltham, Watertown and Wellesley. The Bank's overall service area covers the market within New England's three largest cities of Boston, Providence, and Worcester.