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Flushing Bank Announces Community Scholarship for NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program at P.S. 22Q
UNIONDALE, N.Y., Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flushing Financial Corporation (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FFIC), the parent holding company for Flushing Bank
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[{"type":"text","content":"UNIONDALE, N.Y., Jan. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flushing Financial Corporation (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FFIC), the parent holding company for Flushing Bank (the “Bank”), attended an event celebrating NYC Scholarship Month at P.S. 22Q Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. The event was well attended by parents and guardians of kindergartners and first graders, school officials, and local government and community leaders. The Bank presented a check for a Community Scholarship to the NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program to support the college and career futures of first grade and kindergarten students at P.S. 22Q. John R. Buran, President and CEO of Flushing Bank, stated, “We are excited to once again support the NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program. This is a great example of how we, as a community bank, demonstrate our commitment to local communities and their dreams for students’ higher education through contributions to grassroots initiatives that make such a powerful positive impact on families. We are pleased to continue our support of this program, which is designed to drive neighborhood-level changes in economic opportunity and mobility by promoting asset building and reinforcing college and career-building expectations.” “I can’t think of a better way to show children that we believe in their potential than by coming together to make a tangible investment in their future,” said Council Member Sandra Ung. “The Save for College Program gives all NYC students the opportunity to pursue higher education or career training, an opportunity that isn’t impeded by their economic background or immigration status. Thank you to Flushing Bank for their continued commitment to our children, and the P.S. 22 staff and faculty for supporting this important program. I look forward to opportunities to partner with NYC Kids RISE and help even more students achieve their educational goals. ” “The Save for College Program has immense potential to make a world of difference for children and families across Queens and our entire City,” said Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. “This initiative shows families that higher learning is a real and accessible possibility for all children, regardless of their financial status, including the children of P.S. 22 right here in Flushing. Thank you to Flushing Bank for its generous show of suppo...