SMITHFIELD, RI (May 22, 2025) |
Navigant Credit Union, Rhode Island’s longest-operating member-owned credit union, is proud to announce it has been selected as the recipient of the Community Impact Award by the New England Automated Clearing House (NEACH). The annual award honors an organization that goes above and beyond to make a meaningful difference in the communities they serve through a desire to build diverse, inclusive, and balanced communities; a sustainable and/or tangible impact in the region; and community leadership.
“We are incredibly honored to receive NEACH’s Community Impact Award,” said Kathy Orovitz, President and CEO of Navigant Credit Union. For more than 100 years, Navigant Credit Union has remained focused on serving our members and neighbors with compassion, integrity, and care. This recognition is a reflection of the work our entire team puts in every day to support Rhode Islanders – not just as a financial institution, but as a trusted community partner.”
From supporting small businesses and nonprofit organizations to providing financial education and accessible banking services, Navigant Credit Union has long made it its mission to improve the financial well-being of the families, businesses, and communities it serves in Rhode Island.
“Navigant Credit Union sets the gold standard for community leadership and service,” said Sean Carter, AAP, President and CEO of NEACH. “Their deep-rooted commitment to Rhode Island demonstrates the very essence of the Community Impact Award. We’re proud to honor an organization that consistently strengthens the fabric of its communities.”
With 26 branches across Rhode Island and a growing portfolio of charitable initiatives, Navigant Credit Union remains focused on the community-driven values that have guided its work for more than a century.