BayCoast Bank announces finalists in their “Just Right is $20,000 for our schools” contest

Oct. 31, 2012 - PRLog -- BayCoast Bank, formerly Citizens-Union Savings Bank, today announced the finalists in the first phase of its “Just Right is $20,000 for our schools” contest, which sought recommendations from the community to identify student-centered programs that are in need of financial assistance.

Upon review of the nominations, the Bank chose 11 finalists for the “Just Right is $20,000 for our Schools” contest. The school program winners are:

1. Rachel’s Challenge by Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School
2. Growing Gardens by E.S. Brown School in Swansea
3. Theatre Company by B.M.C. Durfee High School in Fall River
4. Wellness Initiative by John J. Doran School in Fall River
5. Romeo & Juliet by Kuss Middle School in Fall River
6. Summer Assessment Clinic by Westport Elementary School
7. Music at Tiverton High School Is “Just Right” by Tiverton High School
8. PTVHP – Parent Teacher Home Visiting Project by Carney Academy in New Bedford
9. On Track by Seekonk High School
10. NBHS Literacy Initiative by New Bedford High School
11. Where R U? by New Bedford High School

BayCoast Bank will spread a total of $10,000 among the finalists.  Additionally,  $10,000 –  the grand prize –  will be awarded to the finalist receiving the most votes on Facebook. The community is encouraged to vote for their favorite, and encourage others to vote as well. People may vote one time per 24 hour period. Interested parties can visit the Bank’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/BayCoastBank, to vote.

Nicholas Christ, President and CEO of BayCoast Bank, said, “Thanks to all who entered.  It was difficult to narrow down the entries to just five finalists. That’s why we have eleven. There is so much need and so many worthwhile programs.”

He continued, “We wish that we could give to all of them. We are always looking for ways to help the community.  In fact, 30% of the entries were requests for technology, things like iPads and Smart boards. We’re thinking about how to help that group next.”

Each finalist automatically wins a grant toward their school program/project/initiative. Finalists have been announced and are now featured on BayCoast Bank’s website and Facebook page.

Finalists are automatically advanced to the online voting phase of the contest, from which a
grand prize winner will be determined. The grand prize winner earns a $10,000 grant for their school program/project/initiative. Voting ends November 16, 2012 at 11:59pm. Voters must be 13 years or older.

About BayCoast Bank
BayCoast Bank, formerly Citizens~Union Savings Bank, is a mutually-owned savings bank which was chartered in 1851.Currently, the Bank serves  southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with locations in Fall River, New Bedford, Seekonk, Somerset, Swansea, North Dighton, Fairhaven, Westport and Tiverton, RI.  BayCoast Bank offers a wide range of financial services including investment management, trust services, and insurance and brokerage services to consumers and businesses.  Its affiliates include BayCoast Financial Services, offering stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities and college savings plans; and Partners Insurance Group, LLC, an independent agency representing several insurance companies that provide automobile, home, life and business coverage. Nicholas Christ is the Bank’s President and Chief Executive Officer. Main headquarters are at 30 Bedford St, Fall River, MA 02721. For additional information on the Bank or its services, please visit www.BayCoastBank.com or call 508-678-7641.