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In honor of our Northfield Branch's 50 year anniversary we're pleased to share the history of our branch, carefully compiled by Joel Fowler of the Northfield Historical Commission. 

Greenfield Cooperative Bank (GCB) is pleased to announce the well-deserved promotions of five dedicated and talented individuals on the team. These promotions reflect the bank's commitment to recognizing internal growth, attracting experienced talent, and strengthening its focus on technology, community engagement, and lending services.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is proud to announce that Mary Rawls was recognized as Community Action Pioneer Valley’s (CAPV) Volunteer of the Year at their annual meeting.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Courtney Huxley to Business Development Officer. In this role, she will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to grow the bank’s customer base and strengthen its market position.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank presented a contribution to the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) of Franklin County & North Quabbin Area to support their new site in Orange. The new location will enable the CAC to expand its vital services to the Orange and Athol communities.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Harlin Glovacki to Branch Manager of the Shelburne Falls branch. 

It should come as easily as airline safety, so buckle up for this one. Despite the fact that check use has declined by 25%, reports of check fraud have soared. In fact, they’ve nearly doubled since 2021. Criminals are becoming more sophisticated and finding new ways to steal your financial information to gain access to, and fly off with your money. Greenfield Cooperative Bank is committed to helping our customers use checks safely.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Matt Donovan to Commercial Associate Lender. Matt brings a wealth of experience to this newly created role.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Kristen Canedy to Branch Manager of its Northfield branch. In this role, Kristen will oversee all branch operations, including customer service and team management.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce the return of Shelly Hall Malo as a Senior Mortgage Originator. She brings over 25 years of experience in the mortgage industry to the role and will be instrumental in helping local residents achieve their homeownership dreams.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Jeremy Payson to Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer. Jeremy will succeed Michael Turley, who recently retired after a long tenure with GCB.

Congratulations! You've decided to take the plunge and become a homeowner. Buying your first house is an exciting step, but it can also feel overwhelming. The good news is you don't have to go it alone. To make your homebuying journey smoother, we've compiled 5 essential resources that will empower you with the knowledge and guidance you need to find your perfect place.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is proud to announce that Jeremy Payson, Executive Vice President - Controller, has graduated from the American Bankers Association (ABA) Stonier Graduate School of Banking at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank announced a productive and informative annual meeting held on Tuesday, June 18, where the theme focused on the bank's unwavering commitment to its communities. The meeting celebrated a year of strong financial performance, highlighting the Bank’s strong capital, liquidity, and profitability metrics, while showcasing the numerous ways Greenfield Co-op invests in the well-being and growth of the regions it serves.

Don't get hooked! How to spot text message phishing signs. 

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is thrilled to announce that Chelsea Depault,  VP - Commercial and Municipal Lending, has been named the recipient of the prestigious Mass Banker Emerging Leader Award. This award recognizes outstanding individuals in the Massachusetts banking industry who demonstrate exceptional leadership potential and a commitment to serving their communities.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce that Tony Worden, President and CEO, has been elected as a Director of the Cooperative Banks Employee Retirement Association (CBERA). CBERA is a specialized organization dedicated to overseeing the retirement benefits of employees at member banks in Massachusetts. 

Tony Worden, President & CEO of Greenfield Cooperative Bank, is pleased to announce that GCB Marketing Director, Siobhan Tripp, has successfully completed the American Bankers Association (ABA) Bank Marketing School. 

Greenfield Cooperative Bank announced the well-deserved promotions of several exceptional team members, recognizing their contributions and fostering a culture of advancement within the company.

Tony Worden, President & CEO of Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Casey Cusson to Vice President Treasury Management Officer.

The senior leadership team at Greenfield Cooperative Bank demonstrated their deep commitment to being rooted in the community. They traded their suits for paint brushes and joined forces with Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity to help put some finishing touches on a new home being built by dozens of community volunteers alongside the future homeowners.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank has been approved to participate in Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s homeownership assistance programs, Equity Builder Program and Housing Our Workforce. Both programs provide assistance to income-eligible homebuyers who are purchasing one- to four-family homes that will serve as their primary residence.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacqueline (Jackie) Charron as its new Senior Vice President of Strategy & Implementation. Jackie brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this important role.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is proud to announce a $10,000 sponsorship of Habitat for Humanity's Victoria Bismark Farm project. This vital initiative will see the construction of three single-family homes on Burts Pit Road in Northampton, which will be built by hundreds of community volunteers alongside three future homebuyers with low income.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Victor H. Rodriguez, Sr. as Assistant Vice President Mortgage Loan Officer. In this role, Rodriguez will leverage his extensive experience and expertise to guide borrowers through the homeownership journey with personalized care and local market knowledge.

Did you know you can opt out of receiving prescreened offers of credit? Credit bureaus like Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion maintain vast databases of consumer credit information. Companies can purchase access to these databases and request "prescreened lists" of individuals who meet specific criteria, such as age, income, credit score, and debt-to-income ratio. By opting out you can reduce the amount of clutter you receive in your mailbox. 

Applying for a loan, whether it’s your first home purchase mortgage, a home equity loan to consolidate debt, or for home improvements, can be a nerve-wracking process especially when you don’t know what to provide. We’re happy to put you at ease by explaining what we’ll need for documentation.   If you ever have any questions, at any point in the application process, please feel free to reach out to us via phone or email.  

Funding will support the hospital’s campaign to expand its 50-year old Emergency Department and kicks off the $1M Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation Challenge.

Buying a home is one of the most important decisions you can make in your life. It involves a lot of research, planning, and negotiation. Partnering with a local lender to help you navigate your options is a great first step. Additionally, there are some tips to consider you as you begin the homebuying process.

If you receive a phone call from someone claiming to be from your bank, you might be wondering how to tell if it is a legitimate call or a scam. Scammers often use spoofed phone numbers, fake caller IDs, and convincing scripts to trick you into revealing your personal or financial information. Here are some tips on how to tell if a call from your bank is legitimate.

Cooperative Banks, established under the charter of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, are financial institutions born from the initiative of prominent local citizens. Recognizing the need for community-focused banking services, these banks were founded with the express purpose of serving the financial interests of all residents. This fundamental principle, prioritizing depositor benefit over external shareholders, remains the cornerstone of their operation to this day.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is proud to announce that Jane Wolfe, Executive Vice President of Residential Lending, successfully completed the inaugural American Bankers Association’s Wharton Leadership Lab at the University of Pennsylvania last week. She earned an ABA Wharton Executive Leadership Certificate, a prestigious credential that demonstrates her excellence in leadership and strategic planning.

P2P money service stands for peer-to-peer money service. It is a way of sending and receiving money online using an app or a website that connects you with another person who has a bank account or a card. Some examples of P2P money services are PayItNow, PayPal, Venmo, Cash App, and Google Pay.

Anthony Worden, President & CEO of Greenfield Cooperative Bank and its parent company, Greenfield Bancorp, MHC announced the operating results of the bank’s latest fiscal year as announced at the 118th Annual Meeting of the Bank on June 20, 2023. 

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is proud to announce that Adam Baker and Chelsea Depault have successfully completed the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking program at the University of Pennsylvania, and have earned their Stonier Diploma and a Wharton Leadership Certificate.

Imposter scams are a common type of fraud where crooks pretend to be someone you trust, such as a family member, a friend, financial institution, a government official, a tech support agent, or a charity worker. They try to convince you to send them money or share your personal information, often by creating a sense of urgency or fear. It's important to know how to spot these scams in order to protect yourself.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is proud to announce that Adam Baker, Vice President - Commercial Lending, has been selected as one of the honorees for BusinessWest's 40 Under Forty class of 2023. BusinessWest is a leading business publication in Western Massachusetts that recognizes the success and contributions of 40 outstanding young professionals under the age of 40 each year. The honorees are chosen based on their business accomplishments as well as their philanthropic involvement and community service.

Tony Worden, President and CEO of Greenfield Cooperative Bank, is pleased to announce that Paul J. Mokrzecki has joined our team as Senior Vice President - Government Banking. Paul brings over 40 years of experience in the public and private sectors, with a focus on providing banking solutions to municipal clients.

Tony Worden, Chief Executive Officer of Greenfield Cooperative Bank and it’s Northampton Cooperative Bank division, is pleased to announce a number of well-deserved promotions within the bank. 

“We are excited to promote these employees to their new positions,” said Worden. “They are all valuable members of our team and have a proven track record of success.”

As a member of both the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Depositors Insurance Fund (DIF), Greenfield Cooperative Bank and it's Northampton Co-op Bank Division provides full insurance for our customers’ deposits and accrued interest without limit or exception. Each depositor is insured by the FDIC to at least $250,000. All deposits above the FDIC insurance amount are insured by the Depositors Insurance Fund (DIF). 

By attending a First Time Home Buying Webinar you’ll have the opportunity to hear from real estate professionals - including attorneys, loan officers, realtors, home inspectors, and housing counselors. These professionals can give you a breakdown of the process so you’ll have a better understanding of what to expect.

When you are looking for a home and do not have a specific property in mind, you can consider a pre-qualification or pre-approval.

When either starting a new business or even looking for new financing for an existing business, it’s highly recommended that you sit down with a local commercial lender early in the process.

Tony Worden, President and CEO of Greenfield Cooperative Bank, recently announced that the Bank would be donating $30,000 to area organizations to help with fuel assistance. 

While online and mobile banking certainly aren’t new, in the past few years they have become increasingly important. For those times when you are unable to get to the bank, using a mobile app can be especially convenient. 

Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online and mobile banking, the problem is only growing worse. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s report on fraud estimates that American consumers lost a staggering $8.8 billion to phishing scams and other fraud in 2022—an increase of 44% over 2021. 

When searching for a new home an important first step is getting prequalified for a mortgage loan. Lenders often highly recommend obtaining one due to the number of benefits it provides the homebuyer.

Greenfield Co-op Remains Committed to Local Communities, as One of the Top 3 Purchasers of State House Notes.

Tony Worden, President & CEO of Greenfield Cooperative Bank, and it’s Northampton Cooperative Bank Division, is pleased to announce that Jeremy Payson has joined the Bank as the new Senior Vice President – Controller. He will be based out of our King Street Northampton location.

On Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 Greenfield Cooperative Bank held it's 117th Annual Meeting. Anthony Worden, President & CEO of Greenfield Cooperative Bank and its parent company, Greenfield Bancorp, MHC announced the operating results of the bank’s latest fiscal year. 

Greenfield Cooperative Bank is pleased to announce that Courtney Huxley, Branch Manager - AVP, and Alyssa Dansereau Assistant Controller - AVP, have both graduated from the New England School for Financial Studies at Babson College. 

Tony Worden, President & Chief Executive Officer of Greenfield Cooperative Bank and it’s Northampton Cooperative Bank division, is pleased to announce a number of well-deserved promotions within the bank. GCB is proud that eleven staff members will be advancing their careers within the bank.