Amesbury, MA - October 3, 2024 - BankProv, a trusted leader in commercial banking with a history dating back to 1828, is proud to announce its upcoming food drive to support the communities where its branches are located. This initiative aligns with BankProv's long-standing commitment to giving back and fostering the growth of vibrant, healthy communities.

From October 7th through November 8th, 2024, BankProv invites community members to donate non-perishable food items at any of its seven branch locations during normal business hours. As a token of appreciation, the first 100 donations made at each branch will receive a reusable grocery bag.

"At BankProv, we believe in the power of community and the importance of giving back," said Joe Reilly, President & CEO of BankProv. "With the Thanksgiving holiday approaching, it's a critical time to support those in need. Our food drive is just one way we can make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve."

To kick off the drive, BankProv will host an employee event where staff members are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items, demonstrating our collective commitment to supporting those in need. The food drive will benefit several local organizations:

In addition to collecting food donations, BankProv will make a monetary donation to each of these food banks to further support their efforts in combating hunger and food insecurity.

For more information about the food drive, including a list of items the food pantries need the most, and branch locations, please visit https://bankprov.com/company/community-food-drive/.

About BankProv

BankProv is a subsidiary of Provident Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: PVBC). BankProv is a full-service commercial bank headquartered in Massachusetts. With retail branches in the Seacoast Region of Northeastern Massachusetts and New Hampshire, as well as commercial banking offices in the Manchester/Concord market in Central New Hampshire, BankProv delivers a unique combination of traditional banking services and innovative financial solutions to its markets. Founded in Amesbury, Massachusetts in 1828, BankProv holds the honor of being the 10th oldest bank in the nation. The Bank insures 100% of deposits through a combination of insurance provided by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Depositors Insurance Fund (DIF). For more information, visit bankprov.com.