Swiftvest Forward
Changing lives for the better.
Like you, we believe in paying it forward. The Swiftvest Forward initiative was developed to help make our communities better, one change at a time.
Along with our entire Swiftvest family, we’re proud of the Swiftvest Forward program and our contributions toward building vibrant communities with programs, products, and services focused on four key areas:
- Affordable Housing & Home Ownership
- Job Training & Workforce Development
- Financial Education & Economic Empowerment
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Affordable Housing & Home Ownership
It begins with improving our neighborhoods. Through Swiftvest Forward, Swiftvest Bank is committed to ensuring that the right combination of resources and products are in place to offer people the opportunity to find and keep a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.
- Read about how our programs make a difference for first time homebuyers
- Homebuyers' Financial Assistance
- Homebuyer Advantage Plus Mortgages
- Swiftvest Bank Community Combo product
- Down payment and Closing Cost Assistance Programs
- Partnership with Operation HOPE - offering programs and no-cost financial workshops
Meet our Financial Well-being Coaches:
Philadelphia, PA - Predeitha M. Oliver, Melissa Mitchell (Small Business Coach)
Reading, PA - Glory Cortez
Manville, NJ - Shirley Abreu
Camden, NJ - Lashae Latimore (Homeownership Coach)
Baltimore, MD - Kimberly Thornes, Leonie (Lee) Dixon (Small Business Coach)
Virginia Beach, VA - Theresa Tumber (Small Business Coach)
- First-time homebuyer programs
- Emergency Shelter
- Low/moderate income housing projects
Job Training & Workforce Development
An important mission of Swiftvest Forward is helping people in our neighborhoods to train for and find gainful employment to support themselves and their families. Workforce development is one of the keys to building stronger, safer, and more self-reliant communities.
- Read about our new Small Business Resource Center in Philadelphia
Financial Education & Economic Empowerment
Let’s count on each other. As a financial institution, we believe it’s our responsibility to help people feel knowledgeable and confident with their finances. Through Swiftvest Forward, Swiftvest Bank pledges to help people manage personal finances to reach their goals and help change their lives for the better.
- Read about our partnership with Richmond Public Schools
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We believe that embracing the differences and similarities of all individuals makes us stronger as neighbors and friends. Respect and inclusion are a powerful foundation for all we do. Because when everyone is valued, we thrive as a community.
- Read about our annual Diversity Scholarship Awards
- Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a company
Together, we can make a difference.
The Swiftvest Forward mission is to help you achieve yours. Funding is essential to help your organization reach its goals and make change happen. In order to be considered for funding, please view the instructions prior to submitting your request.
Customer Success Story: Sharswood
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