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M&T Bank is launching a Harlem Multicultural Small Business Innovation Lab aimed at empowering diverse entrepreneurs. This six-week program, starting March 30, 2023, will provide resources and education to local business owners and culminate in a pitch competition with a total prize pool of $35,000. The initiative seeks to enhance the visibility and success of racially and ethnically diverse businesses in Harlem. Applications are open until March 10, 2023, and are targeted at entrepreneurs generating less than $150,000 annually. The program builds on M&T's previous successes across various communities.

Carver Federal Savings Bank has partnered with Upstart, a leading AI lending marketplace, to enhance access to personal loans for middle-income communities. This collaboration aims to utilize Upstart's AI technology to assess creditworthiness beyond traditional credit scores, promoting economic empowerment. Carver, which became an Upstart lending partner in August 2022, will offer tailored loan offers to qualified applicants via the Upstart Referral Network. The partnership aims to provide affordable credit and improve the online lending experience for consumers.

Carver Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: CARV) has appointed Robin L. Nunn as an independent member of its Board of Directors as of October 17, 2022. Nunn, a skilled attorney with significant experience in the banking sector, currently partners at Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP. She will bring valuable expertise in regulatory compliance and cybersecurity to the board. The company expects that her contributions will strengthen oversight capabilities and enhance value. Carver is a certified Minority Depository Institution focused on serving African-American communities and has expanded its online banking services across several states.

Carver Federal Savings Bank's CEO, Michael T. Pugh, is featured on the cover of the March 2022 edition of The CEO Magazine. Pugh emphasizes the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in financial services, highlighting the role of the Buy Black initiative in supporting minority-owned businesses. He reflects on Carver's long-standing commitment to DEI, noting its historic roots and ongoing support of women in leadership. Carver is a recognized Minority Depository Institution and Community Development Financial Institution, dedicated to serving underrepresented communities.

Carver Federal Savings Bank has partnered with Moody's Analytics to implement its CreditLens solution, enhancing customer experience and streamlining credit applications. This integration is set to fully roll out to business clients in early 2022, featuring improved small business loan products. The collaboration aims to address financial inequalities faced by communities of color, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Carver, a certified Minority Depository Institution, emphasizes its commitment to technology to bolster its support for Minority and Women Business Entrepreneurs.

Carver Federal Savings Bank and Touro Graduate School of Business have launched a scholarship program for Carver employees, covering graduate certificate and degree programs. This initiative offers a discounted tuition rate and reimbursement upon program completion. The partnership aims to boost personal growth and enhance African-American and Latinx managerial talent in New York. Carver President Michael T. Pugh emphasized the program's role in recruiting and retaining banking talent, while Touro Dean Mary Louise Lo Re noted its accessibility for working professionals.

The SFE&PD Student Ambassador Program, in partnership with Carver Federal Savings Bank, is enhancing financial literacy at Howard University, UDC, and Medgar Evers College. The program has taught over 1,000 students essential financial skills and is now offering internships for Student Ambassadors at Deloitte to bolster career prospects. This initiative aims to bridge the financial knowledge gap in communities of color, which often lack access to vital financial tools. Carver’s commitment to this program reflects its dedication to supporting the next generation of leaders in business.

Carver Bancorp (Nasdaq: CARV) and Bank of America (NYSE: BAC) have closed a Senior Secured Social Impact Revolving Credit Facility with BlackRock's Alternative Solutions Group. This facility marks Carver's inaugural participation in a subscription line facility and represents a pioneering collaboration as an MDI co-lender. The partnership aims to enhance access to financing for underserved communities affected by COVID-19. Carver, a certified Minority Depository Institution, emphasizes its commitment to economic empowerment and financial inclusion for communities of color.