Boyle joins Keystone Opportunity Center; Bank contributes $11,000 to MontCo needs
SOUDERTON, Pa (October 2024) โ Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, is proud to deepen its relationship with Keystone Opportunity Center with the addition of Kelly Boyle – Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility & Government Affairs to the organization’s board of directors. In 2024, the bank has contributed $11,000 in funding and dozens of volunteer hours to support the organizationโs critical food security, housing assistance, and adult education programs.
“Joining the board of Keystone Opportunity Center is a natural extension of Penn Community Bank’s commitment to the communities we serve,” said Boyle. “The work Keystone does in Montgomery County aligns perfectly with our values of fostering financial empowerment and developing thriving communities. We’re excited to contribute not just financially, but also through expanded engagement and team member involvement.”
โOur partnership with Penn Community Bank helps us expand our reach and deepen our impact in addressing critical needs in our community,โ said Brandon Trombetta, MSW, Executive Director of Keystone Opportunity Center. โHaving Kelly on our team โ in addition to the generous support from the bank – bolsters our capacity and powers positive change for thousands of Montgomery County residents.โ
Keystone Opportunity Center seeks to fight housing insecurity and provide safe, affordable housing while combating food insecurity and offering educational opportunities for adults. In 2023, the organization distributed over 486,000 pounds of food, providing housing for 128 individuals, and educating 554 students across Montgomery County. Notably, the Food Pantry saw a 25% increase in distribution compared to the previous year. Through Community Case Management, Keystone provided over $17,000 in direct financial assistance and offered thousands of support contacts, many through their Bi-Lingual Community Assistance Coordinator. The organization’s impact was further amplified by dedicated volunteers who contributed nearly 9,000 hours to support Keystone’s mission of fostering self-sufficiency and improving lives in the community.
Earlier this year, Penn Community Bank teamed with Keystone Opportunity Center as part of its third annual Day of Service. Learn more penncommunitybank.com/dayofservice/
About Penn Community Bank: Penn Community Bank holds more than $2.7 billion in assets, employs more than 300 people, and offers banking and lending services at financial centers throughout Bucks and Montgomery counties, Pennsylvania. As an independent, mutual financial institution, Penn Community Bank is not publicly traded and operates with its long-term mission in mind: to help businesses grow and prosper, to provide financial resources to individuals and families throughout their lifetimes, to strengthen the local economy, and to partner with local organizations to act as a catalyst for positive growth in every market it serves.
