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With the support and generosity of local community members, MVSB collected 1,933 mittens, hats, gloves and scarves during their annual Mitten Tree drive. The Bank has matched the contribution with $2 per item – a total of $3,866 that will be split between 11 local nonprofits addressing childhood food insufficiency. MVSB’s tradition of gathering cold-weather items each winter began over four decades ago in 1979. Each year, between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, the Bank collects donations that are displayed on “Mitten Trees” at every MVSB branch office. At the end of the drive, the items are distributed by the branches […]

Debra “Deb” Sturgeon has been promoted to oversee the MVSB Center Harbor Office as Branch and Business Development Manager. In this role, she will support the location’s customers, employees and community involvement initiatives. Deb previously served as Branch Services Supervisor at the same location and takes the place of Marc Fils-Aime, who recently transitioned to oversee a branch office at MVSB’s sister bank, Merrimack County Savings Bank. “Deb has been serving MVSB customers for over 25 years and is well regarded by her staff, customers and community – making her a wonderful choice for this role,” said Jill White, MVSB Regional […]

We are excited to announce the opening of its newest banking office at 1468 White Mountain Highway in North Conway, near REI and Starbucks in Settlers Crossing. All are invited stop by during a two-week Grand Opening celebration now through December 20 to view the new office, meet the team and learn more about MVSB’s commitment to caring service and community support. The event will include fun giveaways, chances to win gift cards from local businesses, and the opportunity to vote for a local nonprofit to win a $1,000 donation. In the spirit of the season, the Bank is also […]

The Aviation Museum of New Hampshire, based in the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, operates a robust youth aviation outreach program, which includes high school student plane-building programs at high schools in Manchester and Lebanon. The organization was recently awarded tax credits from the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) to bring this unique hands-on learning experience to Farmington High School. We are proud to support the expansion by purchasing $5,000 in tax credits. “Through this program, students collaborate to build a full-scale flyable aircraft – teaching them engineering skills, teamwork and real-word problem-solving as they bring the plane to life,” […]

The Portsmouth Housing Authority (PHA) was recently awarded tax credits from the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) to support a redevelopment of the Episcopal Church property on Lafayette Road in Portsmouth. We are proud to support their efforts with a $10,000 tax credit purchase. The project, which is expected to be completed in early 2026, will include the construction of 44 units of affordable workforce housing. This concept is the result of community partnership and collaboration. When it is completed, it will also be home to the headquarters for HAVEN, the largest violence prevention and support services agency in […]

Our Place NH‘s mission is to provide residential options, services and support designed to meet the needs of adults with intellectual developmental disabilities. The Dover-based nonprofit recently purchased its first property in August that will establish supportive housing for their clients. We are proud to support the renovation of the property with the purchase $10,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA). Our Place NH still has $61,000 in tax credits to offer to New Hampshire business owners. “We couldn’t be more excited to have this new location that will ultimately provide independent living for […]

The Newfound Lake Region Association (NLRA) has been working to protect Newfound Lake and its watershed for nearly 60 years. The organization, along with its staff and volunteers, do so through a variety of programs focused on conservation, education and community engagement. Rebecca Hanson, NLRA Executive Director, said the nonprofit organization is based in Bristol for their administrative activities. But with all the work they do directly on Newfound Lake, it has always been a goal for NLRA to have headquarters with waterfront access. That objective came to fruition when they broke ground earlier this year. “We are so excited […]

We are proud to introduce Kristi Whitney, who has been supporting our new Exeter office as a Universal Banker. In this role, Kristi supports the day-to-day transaction and account needs of new and existing customers. “Kristi brings great experience and her warm and caring nature to all of her customer interactions. She has already become such a wonderful addition to our team and we are excited to have her support as we grow build relationships in the Exeter community,” said Jim Carrigan, MVSB Regional Vice President. “MVSB is truly a community bank that cares about being involved and supporting their […]

New Beginnings – Without Violence and Abuse awarded Tina Simpson the Margaret “Peg” Plumer Professional Service Award during its recent A Night of New Beginnings fundraising gala on November 16. Tina, MVSB Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer, serves on the Board of Directors for New Beginnings and has been a proud volunteer for the nonprofit for several years. “Tina was a wonderful choice as a recipient of the award, as she has been a tireless supporter of our mission here,” said Shauna Foster, Executive Director at New Beginnings. “This award represents an ongoing reminder of the importance of community service […]