We work in and for the communities we serve.

The Bank of Bennington was establishment in 1917, with the sole purpose of solving the problem of insufficient housing for the Bennington industrial workers.  This continuing commitment to the community is not just a part of our history, but a living testament to our culture. Over the years, the bank has not only grown in size but also in reputation as a local business that gives back to its community.  The bank generously contributes time and money to volunteer groups and community organizations in and around Bennington and Rutland County.   In 2024, The Bank of Bennington donated $355,000 to area non-profits and volunteered nearly 2000 hours to local organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Helping Hands, Warm the Children, the Manchester and Bennington Libraries, VNA and Hospice of Southwestern Region, numerous churches, clubs and local schools, along with youth activities. This financial support has strengthened our communities by supporting those in need, children, arts, and educational opportunities.


The Bank of Bennington is especially proud of volunteer time that our employees give.
We donated more than 3,000 hours last year by helping organizations such as:

  • The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
  • Arlington Baseball
  • Big Brothers & Big Sisters
  • Manchester Rotary Club
  • USBC Youth
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Bennington Project Independence
  • Lions Club Maple Leaf Half Marathon
  • Triton Swim Team
  • BBA Hockey
  • Manchester Recreation Committee
  • Building Trades Corp
  • Bennington Free Library
  • Bennington Chamber of Commerce
  • American Legion Auxiliary
  • Bennington Museum
  • Southwest Vermont Health Center
  • Catamount Rotary
  • Northshire Hockey Assn
  • BCIC
  • Manchester Health Services
  • Northshire Interfaith Choir
  • Manchester Rescue Squad
  • Hoosick Falls Youth Basketball and others.

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MayFest Arts and Crafts Festival

In Beautiful Downtown Bennington
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Thursday Night Live!

Merchant's Park, Downtown Bennington
Better Bennington Corporation

Fourth of July Fireworks

Bennington, Manchester, Rutland
(Event info to come)

The Bennington Farmers’ Market

Every Saturday, rain or shine, 10 am – 1 pm
Southwestern Vermont’s year-round market: Fresh produce, delicious baked goods, dairy products, meats, honey, maple syrup, crafts and more, all produced locally! Join in every Saturday through October at The Deer Park, Rt. 7 North. Bennington

Bennington Farmers’ Market

The Paramount Theater

The fabulous Paramount Theater in downtown Rutland has geared up for an exciting 2024-25 season. This year’s line up  has some great shows.
Paramount Theater Info

Southwestern Vermont Summer Homebrew Festival

The HomeBrew Festival is a celebration of all things Vermont with a Street Festival vibe in downtown Bennington.

Learn more at the Brewfest Website

Garlic Town USA

Featuring live bands, kids activities sidewalk sales all the wonders of Bennington, Vermont’s downtown, including the newly renovated Putnam Block. AND of course, lots and lots of garlic! A great annual event.
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