Community Corner
Bank of North Georgia Members Volunteer for Thousands of Hours
Two Synovus divisions combined have contributed the equivalent of $159,000 by their participation.
Employees of , headquartered in Alpharetta, and Bank of Coweta volunteered more than 7,457 hours to 261 organizations in the local communities in whichy they do business.
The time they've spent is a contribution valued at $159,282, using the industry standard of $21.36 per hour.
According to Don Howard, Synovus Regional CEO in the Atlanta market, "The 500 or more team members at Bank of North Georgia and Bank of Coweta have a genuine interest in reaching out to those in need within our communities and actively serve on non-profit and civic organization boards and committees as well as participate in other fundraising initiatives."
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The team members have embraced the Synovus REACH volunteer program. REACH, Recognizing and Encouraging an Atmosphere of Community and of Hope, is the embodiment of the Synovus spirit.
"At a time when team members are working harder than ever in their jobs, it is great to see them donating their time and talent in the local community and helping in so many different ways. I believe our dynamic culture and team members' generous spirit clearly differentiates us from other financial institutions in metro Atlanta," Howard said.
