People Are Talking About Us!

Our customers say it best.

#SoConvenient - #LocalRocks - #GreatHours - #HelpfulBankers - #CommitmentToCommunity

Smoothest Transition

“I moved 7 businesses to this bank at one time, and they made it smooth and easy.”
– Matt Willey, Mattison Tree Farm, Shaftsbury

I Switched!

“Banking local and shopping local—they definitely help our community thrive. That’s why I switched.”
- Tim Severance, Snap-On Tools, Rutland

Keeping It Personal

“Banking local, interacting with friends & neighbors who work there—it turns banking into an enjoyable experience.”
- Willy Hall, GSS Fire Extinguishers, Bennington

Feels Like Family!

“They have been with us since we flipped our very first burger. PLUS, they treat us like family!”
- Andrea Hammer & Matthew LeRay Depot Street Burgers, Manchester

An Easy Choice

“I live ‘shop local’ everyday– for my home and my business. It’s the very best thing we can do for our community. Luckily, the best choice for banking is also the most local choice.”
- Billy Brownlee, H.N. Williams, Dorset

Vision

“The Bank of Bennington shares my vision and my passion for revitalizing Rutland’s downtown. That’s why I switched my banking there.”
- Mark Foley, MKF Properties, Rutland

What’s NOT to Like?!

“This bank and the people in it were amazing! They were with us every step of the way as we purchased and restored this historic Norman Rockwell property.”
- Kevin & Sue Harter, Rockwell’s Retreat, Arlington

Get Results!

“Call them with any banking questions and get fast, helpful answers.”
- Justine & Tracy Taylor, Vermont Discount Stores, Rutland, Vergennes, Williston

A Better Choice

“We switched our personal and business banking to The Bank of Bennington because of the hometown feel and friendly service. We couldn’t have made a better choice.”
- Joe & Loryn Hamilton, Pittsford

We Switched

“We’re a local business working with local people. We were delighted to be able to switch to a local bank.”
Bob Kinney, Wehse & Kinney Insurance, Rutland

Liking Local

“As a local contractor and real estate developer, it’s important to me to bank local and keep the money in the community.”
Bernardo Valente, Carmine Valente & Son Construction, Rutland

Our Success!

“Even before we bought our business, the bank was a crucial partner, helping us succeed.”
Julie Isaacs & Katherine MacLauchlan, La Pêche Lingerie, Manchester

We Switched!

“They made switching easy, and buying a bigger home a breeze with great communication and service!”
The Walker Family, Bennington

Perfect for Us!

“BIG enough to be effective —small enough to be personal —that’s The Bank of Bennington.”
Luanne and John Petrone, Johnny Boy’s Pancake House, Rutland

Exactly Right

“The Bank of Bennington provided us with exactly the right loan and care we needed to purchase and renovate our dream home.”
Brandy Lesser & Chris Macksey, Bennington

The Best!

“We offer the best meats in town. They provide the best business banking relationship, and they’re the best for our community. Everyone wants the best!”
- Gene Guertin, Henry’s Market, Bennington

A Bank We Trust

“Having our mortgage, savings, and checking at one bank makes sense. Placing them at a bank we trust, means the world to us”
- Kate Bryan, Arlington

Incredibly Helpful!

"They’re always very good to small businesses, but during COVID they have been nothing short of amazing!"
- Mark & Melody French, The Silver Fork, Manchester

Phenomenal!

“They go above and beyond to help us grow our business.”
- Hunter & Steve Brassard, A-Team Auto Glass, Rutland

Over 20 Years!

“The Bank of Bennington has been our bank for over 20 years. Their dedication to friendly, professional service is second to none.”
- Bob & Tammy Pollard, Manchester

Effortless Banking

“I manage over 15 personal and business accounts at this bank. They make it easy and truly look out for our best interests.”
- Margretta Fischer, Arlington

Never a Number

“We love going to the bank—they are always cheerful, there’s friendly banter, and we never feel like just a number.”
- Dr. Donna Miller & Dr. Glen MacKenzie, Women and Children’s Services of Southern Vermont, Manchester

Trusted Counsel & Resources

“They made it possible for me to pursue my passion for business, real estate, and sustainability while contributing to the local community and economy.”
- Kevin Walla, Perfectpiece, Manchester

SWEET!

“They were so helpful to me—a new entrepreneur. They made me the most popular guy in town!”
- Trenton Spafford, Mr. Ding-A-Ling, Rutland

Business Smart

Terrific business bankers —personable, smart, helpful. And they even have great pens. What’s not to love?!
- Jeff Sanborn, Sound Barrier, Rutland

Our New Equipment Rocks!

“They made improving our business easy—with the care and superior service of a family business (like ours).”
– Sarah & Patrick Dwyer, Modern Cleaners, Rutland

Everything

“Everything I need is here—professional advice, all the services, and they even gave me the confidence to handle things myself!”
- Lucienne Williams, Manchester

They Rose to The Challenge!

“The bank worked hard to craft a way for us to retire and have our kids take over stewardship of our spectacular, family-run orchard.”
- Sylvia & Tom Smith, Mad Tom Orchard, East Dorset

Easy as Pie!

“Everything with them has been so easy—even our switch from another bank. I am so glad we made the move!”
- Gordon Fox, Pittsford Auto Center, Pittsford

Baking with the Bank!

“Local means everything to our family-run, wood-fired bakery and gristmill. It’s why we’ve partnered with The Bank of Bennington for 28 years... And counting!”
– Doug Freilich & Julie Sperling, Naga Bakehouse, Middletown Springs

People You Trust

“As a locally owned company we know the importance of doing business with people we know and trust. That’s why we bank here.”
- Scott Sullivan, Rutland Fuel, Rutland

They Banked On Me!

“I want to toast to the two relationships that helped me get to where I am today. My wife and The Bank of Bennington. Thank You Both.”
Randy Keyes, Manchester Discount Beverage, Manchester

They Answer the Phone!

“I talk to real people, my calls get returned, my questions are answered promptly. It’s reassuring to work with such a bank.”
- Barry Beauchamp, Beauchamp and O’Rourke Pharmacy, Rutland

Finding Home!

“The Bank of Bennington gave us the opportunity to turn a house into our home.”
Jennifer Metcalfe, Shaftsbury

Hard Workers!

“We both work hard at our jobs and we wanted a bank that would work hard for us.”
– Shawn Devlin & Annie Jackson, New Homeowners, Bennington

Easy Banking

“This bank knows us and understands the seasonality of our business. They make our lives much easier!”
- Vic Shappy, VMS Construction, Rutland

Local Rocks!

“We switched to the only truly local bank in Rutland because local matters.”
Loryn & Joe Hamilton

Fantastic!

“We do all our banking here because of the fantastic customer service. And they’re local, like us!”
Howard Marcell & Ashlee Marcell Stevens, Marcell's Oil & Propane, Pittsford

The Service!

"Great customer service is what I offer, what I value, and what I receive here. They are fast, friendly, & efficient!"
Melinda Williams, Pro Cleaning Service, Rutland

Delighted

"Almost everything in our shop is made in Vermont. We preach local and practice it enthusiastically. So we’re delighted the best bank is our local bank!”
Ryan & Heather Hassett, Bringing You Vermont, Bennington

Unique Boutique

“The bank wholly supported our commitment to create a women-owned business with a unique mission: to uplift our artisans and engage with our community.”
Bri Magnifico & Sarah Krinsky, W. Collective, Bennington

Unfailingly Supportive!

“They are so incredibly helpful and so personable. I do all my banking there. Love, love, love keeping it local!”
John Getchell, The Blue Benn Diner, Bennington

A Perfect Fit

"We needed a bank responsive to our financing and other banking needs. We found The Bank of Bennington to be a perfect fit.”
Tom Shortle, O'Brien Shortle Reynolds & Sabotka, Rutland

A Neighborhood Bank!

“It’s always a very friendly atmosphere—so unusual these days! Moreover, this bank is singular in its support of small business.”
Gabriela Griffin-Leon, Andrew Griffin-Leon, Maru Leon, David Griffin - Mt Anthony Country Club, Bennington

Very Supportive!

“They are so supportive of the VFW—we have a great partnership. AND they’ve also earned my personal banking every year for 25 years—another great partnership!”
Norman LeBlanc, Commander VFW Post 1332, Bennington

Great Folks in Our Bank!

"Everyone there is so personable and we're all on a first name basis—it's like we're a family!"
Angie Sweet & Gary Sweet, Equinox Insurance, Arlington

Growing

"Our new business is growing fast. We needed a bank that could keep pace."
Jack Desario & Lindsay Martin, Small Batch Organics, Manchester

The Past Is Alive!

"What we thought was a thing of the past—people who listen and provide real solutions that work—is alive and well at this bank."
Michael Krauss & Maria Peragine, Authentic Designs, Rupert

Why Here?

“I feel like I am part of a friendly, helpful community. It’s why we live here and why I bank here.”
Laura Maloney and Son Max, Arlington

From 5 to Infinity!

“I was 5 when I opened my first bank account here and have been banking with them ever since. I love that they are local and so easy to work with.”
Kyle Zecher, Kyle Zecher Tree Care , East Dorset

Buy Local Is More than a Slogan

“It’s an important decision each consumer can make every day and it’s a financial lifeline for every community.”
Ken Ax, Brook Valley Appliance, Manchester

Like Dough, We Rise Up

“This bank is great! They believed in our vision for rebuilding our pizza restaurant, and like us, they are passionate about community.”
Sam & Kim Johnson, with Sammy & Jack, Sam's Woodfired Pizza, Manchester

Healthier All around

“They’ve helped our business thrive while we help our patients grow stronger.”
Nick Voci, Manchester Physical Therapy, Manchester

We Love It Here!

"And we love using a bank that supports our community!"
Chris & Niki Conte, Manchester