Archives for 2023

We are proud to once again support Humble Grunt Work and their capital campaign to build a new Meredith Veterans Memorial. MVSB made an initial $25,000 donation to the project in early 2022 and recently matched that for a total of $50,000. The monument will be situated on the front lawn of the recently renovated Meredith Public Library and will feature the names of all Meredith residents who honorably served throughout all of the nation’s conflicts since the Revolutionary War. It will be made of granite or a combination of granite/bronze with an accessible walkway, new flagpole, lighting and granite […]

We were proud to have collected and donated more than 1,900 mittens, hats, gloves and scarves during the 2022 MVSB annual Mitten Tree Drive. In addition, MVSB presented a $2 donation match for each item collected for a total of $3,850 split between 11 local childcare organizations throughout the Bank’s footprint. MVSB has held its annual Mitten Tree Drive each winter since 1979. Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the Bank collects cold-weather item donations at every MVSB branch location. Employees display them on their “Mitten Tree” and then distributes the items to local organizations that support families in need throughout the […]

Throughout the month of April, Mutual Benefits Members can earn additional cash back* on Mutual Benefits Travel Services when you book any combo air, hotel or car rental. This includes $25 Book 2 Cash Bonus and $50 Book 3 Cash Bonus. Mutual Benefits Travel Services features:Discounts Convenient Booking More Travel Options One Itinerary Visit mymutualbenefits.com or the Mutual Benefits mobile app to take advantage of this limited time offer. *All travel must be booked April 1st -April 30th with travel completed by June 30th to qualify for the additional cash back. Only booking bundles of air, hotel and car will […]

We are proud to have been named one of New Hampshire’s 2022 top lenders by the Registry Review. Each year, the Registry Review published data collected by The Warren Group outlining the top purchase and non-purchase loans made by banks, credit unions and mortgage companies in the state based on total dollar volume and total number of loans closed. MVSB ranked as a leader in the following areas:#1 Bank for Number & Volume of Single-Family Purchase Loans #1 Bank for Number & Volume of Condominium Purchase Loans #3 Bank for Volume of Multi-Family Purchase Loans #5 Bank for Number of […]

We are excited to announce the launch of our annual community photo contest, open to the public now through June 30. Submitted photos should represent what it means to explore, live, work or play in New Hampshire. Winning photos will be featured in MVSB’s complimentary 2024 community calendar, website, social media and/or note cards. “We are looking for images that convey all aspects of life and beauty in New Hampshire – from daily life and scenery to local events and celebrations,” said Cindy Hemeon-Plessner, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing & Experience Officer at MVSB. “The contest is one of […]

We know that the recent failure of several large public banks has been unsettling and we want to reassure you of our stability as your trusted local bank. It’s important to us that you feel confident your funds are secure with MVSB and we welcome you to reach out with any questions or concerns. For 154 years, our mission to serve our neighbors and communities as a mutual bank has been steadfast, and it is always our first priority to do right by you. That clarity in purpose means you can rely on us as your financial partner, and know […]

The site of the former iconic Hoffman’s Furniture store in the heart of downtown Rochester will soon see new life with construction underway for a 6-story mixed-use building with financing support led by MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank). Developers Paul and Greg Grant of Lilac City Development purchased the site at 44-55 North Main Street in November 2021. The former furniture store had sat vacant for more than 30 years before being demolished in August 2022. Traynor Cully, MVSB Commercial Loan Officer, worked closely with Paul and Greg to develop a $13 million construction lending package to lead financing efforts […]

Voting for the annual Best of the Lakes Region contest has begun! MVSB has been nominated for Best Home Mortgage, Best Bank, Best Customer Service and Best Place to Work – and the MVSB Fund at NH Charitable Foundation is in the running for best non-profit. It is an honor just to be nominated and we’d appreciate your support and votes! To vote for your favorite local businesses, visit votelakesbest.com/MVSB. You can vote once per day through April 7.