BOSTON – July 30, 2021 — The Boston Business Journal has named Rockland Trust an honoree in its annual 2021 Corporate Citizenship Awards, a recognition of the region's top corporate charitable contributors.
The Business Journal annually publishes this list to showcase companies that promote and prioritize giving back to their communities – a feat that is even more important during times of turmoil and crisis, such as those we all collectively experienced throughout 2020.
“During a year filled with unprecedented events and change, it’s incredible to think that so many companies, as represented by those on the Boston Business Journal’s Corporate Charitable Contributors list, still gave so generously to charities in Massachusetts. These companies give back at least $100,000 to the local community, and now we are in a time when giving back and helping one another is more important than ever,” said Boston Business Journal Market President and Publisher Carolyn Jones. “The philanthropic companies prioritize the welfare of our communities, and we are excited to be able to honor them.”
This year 98 companies have qualified for the distinction by reporting at least $100,000 in cash contributions to Massachusetts-based charities last year as noted above. The honorees this year include companies from such industry sectors as financial and professional services, health care, technology, retail, and professional sports.
“We are honored to be recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of the top corporate charitable contributors in Massachusetts alongside other philanthropic organizations who we respect greatly,” said Christopher Oddleifson, Chief Executive Officer at Rockland Trust. “The events of this past year brought us to a truly profound understanding of the importance of community. Developing strong relationships with the non-profit organizations that serve our local neighborhoods allows us to help the members of our community who need it most, and brings deeper meaning to the work we do.”
Top corporate contributors such as Rockland Trust, which in many instances include corporations and their charitable foundations, will be honored at the BBJ's 16th Annual Corporate Citizenship Awards on Sept. 9th, a celebration of honorees that will be virtual to ensure everyone’s health and safety.
For more information on the event and how to register to attend, click here.
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