Reading Cooperative Bank

About the Member

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RCB is a community bank

Reading Cooperative Bank | Community Banking Services

Reading Cooperative Bank | Community Banking | Massachusetts

Reading Cooperative Bank (RCB) is a customer-owned cooperative bank serving communities throughout Massachusetts since 1886. With multiple branch locations across Reading, Andover, Burlington, Lawrence, Wilmington, Lynn, Nahant, Wakefield, and North Reading, RCB offers comprehensive personal and business banking services with a focus on community investment and customer-driven decision making. RCB is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art financial services and products while maintaining its commitment to cooperative banking where customers own the bank and their voices matter.

Core Services/Products

Personal Banking

  • Checking and savings accounts
  • Online and mobile banking solutions
  • Financial planning services
  • Mortgage and personal loans
  • Bill pay and account management

Business Banking

  • Business checking and savings accounts
  • Cash management services
  • Business loans and financing options
  • Online and mobile business banking
  • Financial planning for organizations

Community Programs

  • Reading Cooperative Charitable Foundation
  • Bank@Home services for seniors
  • Bank@Work workplace banking
  • Financial literacy education
  • Environmental sustainability initiatives

Unique Features

Cooperative Structure

  • Customer-owned financial institution
  • Democratically elected board of directors
  • Customer voice in banking decisions
  • All deposits fully insured
  • Super-majority required for charter changes

Core Values

  • People: Treating everyone with respect, putting people first
  • Accountability: Being open, honest, and delivering on promises
  • Community: Fostering belonging and shared responsibility
  • Collaboration: Teamwork and welcoming diverse perspectives
  • Happiness: Supporting employee growth, work-life balance, and a positive environment

Community Investment

  • Local charitable foundation with customer-directed grants
  • Free promotional opportunities for local organizations
  • Complimentary resources for community events
  • Financial literacy education for schools and seniors
  • Environmental sustainability commitment

Accessibility

  • Multiple branch locations across Massachusetts
  • Free MoneyPass® ATM access nationwide
  • Mobile and online banking options
  • Bilingual services (English/Spanish)
  • Senior-focused banking programs

Expertise/Specialties

Banking History

  • Established in 1886
  • 135+ years of community banking experience
  • Traditional cooperative banking model
  • Focus on helping individuals achieve homeownership
  • Commitment to sound lending practices

Financial Education

  • K-12 financial literacy programs
  • Elder fraud prevention education
  • Community financial workshops
  • Business development resources
  • Personalized financial guidance

Environmental Leadership

  • Green Certified Business since 2010
  • Green Business Award recipient
  • Paperless banking options
  • Sustainable business practices
  • Community environmental initiatives

Customer Experience

Personalized Service

  • Customer-focused approach
  • Local decision-making
  • Relationship-based banking
  • Customized financial solutions
  • Community-centered philosophy

Convenience

  • Online and mobile banking
  • Bank@Home services for seniors
  • Bank@Work workplace banking
  • Extended service hours
  • Multiple branch locations

Community Connections

  • Local community development team
  • Support for regional events and organizations
  • Charitable foundation involvement
  • Local business partnerships
  • Community-based financial education

Location & Contact

Visit Us
180 Haven Street
Reading, MA 01867

Connect
Phone: 781-942-5000
Email: Contact form available on website
Website: readingcoop.com
Social: Available on website

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People over profits, every time.

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