Pioneer News

Pioneer's Charitable Foundation Surpasses $300,000 in 2020 Giving
Pioneer announced that its Charitable Foundation has surpassed $300,000 in donations to Capital Region non-profit organizations in 2020. The charitable Foundation was created with the mission of “helping kids be kids” by giving to local non-profits that focus on the health and well-being of children.

Pioneer Announces Kelli Arnold as Senior Vice President of Commercial & Community Development
Arnold, an experienced leader in community reinvestment, commercial and business banking, to expand Pioneer's commercial banking efforts

Carlo Fusco Joins Pioneer as Vice President - Commercial Relationship Manager
Fusco will play a vital role in providing value to Pioneer’s existing commercial client base while also bringing new relationships to Pioneer.

Pioneer Launches New Brand Identity to Reflect Growth of Organization
New brand organizes various products and services around customers; Updated name and logo, website, brand materials launched this week.

Pioneer Bank Foundation Cancels 2020 Events Due to COVID-19
The Pioneer Bank Foundation announced today the cancellation of two signature fundraising events for 2020 in an effort to reduce the spread of the coronavirus.

Pioneer Bank Foundation Commits $100,000 to Support COVID-19 Recovery Efforts
Funds to be distributed to local charitable organizations that are providing services to those in critical need.

Pioneer Bank Announces Completion of New Colonie Branch Location
The new branch is an example of Pioneer Bank’s continued investment in technology and customer convenience.

A Message from Pioneer Bank President & CEO, Thomas L. Amell
A Message from Pioneer Bank President & CEO, Thomas L. Amell.

Pioneer Bank Announces Rob Nichols as Senior Vice President of Commercial Development
Nichols, an experienced leader in the entrepreneurship and angel investment spaces, to focus on expanding Pioneer Bank's tech-focused commercial banking efforts.

Pioneer Bank Completes Branch Renovation in Malta
Features Innovative Technology and Unique Amenities.

Pioneer Bank Raises $40,000 During the Pioneer Bank Foundation’s Second Annual Grand Carnival
Capital Region flocks to Pioneer Plaza in Colonie for day of family fun, and to raise money to ‘Help Kids Be Kids’.

Pioneer Bank Acquires Ward Financial Management
The advisors of Pioneer Wealth Management now collectively serve more than $500 million in brokerage and advisory assets through LPL Financial.

Pioneer Bank and Junior Achievement Celebrate Success of Partnership that Brought Financial Literacy Programming to 400 Troy City School District Students
Pioneer Bank and Junior Achievement volunteers educated K-5 students on understanding and managing finances in dozens of sessions throughout the spring semester.

Pioneer Bank Announces $250,000 Donation During the Pioneer Bank Foundation Grand Carnival
Capital Region turns out to Pioneer Plaza in Colonie for day of family fun, raises $10,000 to ‘Help Kids Be Kids’.

Pioneer Bank Launches the Pioneer Bank Foundation, Will Raise Funds for Capital Region Children Throughout 2019 and Beyond
Pioneer Bank today announced the creation of the Pioneer Bank Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting charitable organizations in the Capital Region that provide important services to children and their families related to education, nutrition, clothing, and housing.

Pioneer Bank Begins Renovations at Wynantskill Branch
Pioneer Bank announced today construction has begun on its Wynantskill Branch, located at 78 Main Avenue. The branch will remain open during the renovation period, and customers will continue to have access to Pioneer’s full suite of services.

Pioneer Bank Starts Renovations at Brunswick Branch
Pioneer Bank announces construction has begun on its Brunswick Branch, located at 712 Hoosick Street. The branch will remain open throughout the renovation period, and customers will continue to have access to Pioneer’s full suite of services.

Pioneer Bank to Move East Greenbush Branch
Pioneer Bank moves East Greenbush branch to Greenbush Commons.

Pioneer Gives Back
The Pioneer Bank Foundation is committed to "helping kids be kids" by giving to local charitable organizations in our communities that focus on the health and welfare of children.
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