How One Bank’s Community Program is Transforming Lives in South Florida
Amerant Bank has established itself not just as a financial institution but as a cornerstone of community support through its Impact program. In a recent interview on Inside South Florida, SVP, Community Relations Director Maria Olivera shared insights into how the bank is making a meaningful difference across South Florida communities through volunteer work, financial education, and strategic partnerships.
Hundreds of Volunteer Hours Building Better Communities
The past year has seen Amerant Bank team members dedicate hundreds of hours to volunteer work with significant impact. Their partnership with Habitat for Humanity stands out as team members helped complete several homes for deserving families, directly addressing housing needs in the community.
“Our commitment extends beyond banking services,” explained Olivera. “We’ve established meaningful relationships with organizations like Camillus House, the Orange Bowl Committee, United Way, and the Centro Mater Foundation to create lasting change in our communities.”
United Way Partnership: A Tradition of Giving Back
Amerant Bank’s long-standing relationship with United Way Miami demonstrates their commitment to sustainable community support. This partnership operates on two fronts:
1. An internal workplace campaign where team members actively raise funds to support United Way initiatives
2. The popular Amerant Bank 5K in Coral Gables, which has become a community tradition attracting over 750 participants annually, including families and health enthusiasts
Empowering Through Financial Literacy
Financial education represents a core pillar of Amerant Bank’s community outreach strategy. The bank has developed comprehensive educational programs specifically focused on young people, offering:
• Workshops designed to teach essential money management skills
• Age-appropriate financial literacy programs
• Resources that help build financial confidence in the community
These initiatives reflect Amerant’s understanding that financial knowledge creates empowerment and opportunity for future generations.
Give Miami Day: Strategic Philanthropy in Action
Amerant Bank’s participation in Give Miami Day showcases their thoughtful approach to community investment. In 2024, the bank donated over $100,000 to support organizations making critical impacts, including:
• Zoo Miami organization
• Dream in Green
• The Everglades Foundation
• Le Jardin Community Center
• Additional local nonprofits
What makes these contributions particularly valuable is that 100% of Give Miami Day donations are unrestricted, allowing these organizations to allocate resources where they’re most needed.
The Impact Continues
Amerant Bank’s community programs demonstrate how financial institutions can play a pivotal role in addressing community needs through strategic partnerships, employee engagement, and financial resources.
For those interested in learning more about Amerant Bank’s community impact initiatives or getting involved, visit amerantbank.com/impact.
This article is based on an interview between Cameron Dobbs and Amerant Bank Community Relations Director, Maria Olivera on Inside South Florida, highlighting the bank’s community initiatives and impact programs.
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