We were established over 40 years ago with a vision to create a bank that would serve the needs of its customers and enrich society.

Our ‘double-bottom line’ strategy assesses sustainable financial returns alongside social impact.

In December 2015, we became an independent bank.

Today, we remain true to our founding principles and aim to become the bank of choice for all socially-minded organisations in the UK.

We use our customers’ deposits to fund lending which supports the communities we collectively serve.

Our lending is aligned to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and helps to create and protect jobs, and support the development of community facilities and care provision.