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This month, we awarded seven deserving nonprofits with our 2024 Champions in Action grants. These organizations are working to advance upskilling and reskilling programs to help prepare students and workers for in-demand digital and technology jobs. As a Champion in Action, each nonprofit will benefit from: • $50,000 in funding • Help promoting their organizations • Support from volunteers Citizens’ Champions in Action celebrates local nonprofits who are driving meaningful change with annual budgets of less than $5 million. Over 380 winners have received more than $11 million in unrestricted grants, promotional and volunteer support from Citizens in 21 year history.
Juneteenth offers a chance for education and reflection. It’s a time to learn from our history and mark progress but know there is still work to be done. In honor of Juneteenth, we observe Wednesday, June 19, 2024, as an official bank holiday and sponsor meaningful community events and celebrations with our nonprofit partners. By working toward a world where everyone is seen, heard and respected, we are helping those we serve be ready for the best possible tomorrow. Learn more about our involvement in community events commemorating Juneteenth at the link below.
A culture of pride is a culture of caring. Hear from our colleagues about how they bring their whole selves to work each day and how volunteerism helps to uplift the LGBTQ+ community.
We came together at Queens Night Market in NYC on June 1 to celebrate love, inclusion and the vibrant spirit of community during Pride Month. See how we shared our culture of pride with attendees!
Happy Pride! In everything we do at Citizens, we strive to build a sense of belonging for the LGBTQ+ community and put inclusion into action. Pride is part of our everyday culture, and we have created a workplace that’s welcoming and supportive all year long. Learn how you can join our culture of pride, inclusion and belonging with a career at Citizens.
Memorial Day is a day to pause and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation's freedom. This year, as you observe and reflect, we encourage you to remember the strength, courage and bravery of our fallen military personnel. Citizens has a long-standing history of supporting and honoring colleagues and family members who are veterans or in the Reserves. Learn more about the various initiatives, benefits and partnerships we make to go the extra mile for those who serve our country.
We are proud to be named a Fair360 Top Regional Company for 2024! At Citizens, we strive to develop fair and inclusive workplaces and help build stronger communities. Thank you for this recognition, Fair360!
In recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Month, we've launched our annual Move for Mental Health step challenge. This walking challenge gives our colleagues time to focus on their wellbeing, while also supporting the wellbeing of others through our new corporate partner, Mental Health America. If 2,500 colleagues participate in the challenge, Citizens will donate $30,000 to the nation's leading national nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, wellbeing and illness prevention. Operating nationally and in communities across the country, Mental Health America advocates for closing the mental health equity gap while increasing nationwide awareness and understanding through public education, direct services, tools, and research. We’re proud to be honored by Mental Health America with a gold level certification for their Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health. With an overall score was 84% (compared to the average employer score of 36%), we’re committed to providing ongoing conversations and resources so our colleagues can bring their whole selves to work. Learn about our mental health benefits below.
Citizens is proud to recognize and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander visionaries, who drive influences for our collective future through innovation. Kirthika Parmeswaran is paving a path of accessibility for mothers experiencing postpartum depression. With her initiative, Vital Start Health, she’s trailblazing work in a critical discipline and, best of all, sharing her best practices and key insights to empower other innovators for success.
As we reflect on inclusion and innovation this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we understand the two are intrinsically linked. They are powerful drivers in our communities. We are proud to share our colleagues' perspectives on how inclusion and innovation go hand in hand, especially when it comes to building the workforce of the future.
