Bank of New Hampshire Announces Partnership with the NHIAA

Bank of New Hampshire Announces Banking on Kindness & Sportsmanship Award

Laconia, New Hampshire – June 4, 2025 - Bank of New Hampshire is proud to announce that it presented its inaugural Banking on Kindness & Sportsmanship award to the Derryfield School girls lacrosse team. This award, in partnership with the New Hampshire Interscholastic Athletic Association (NHIAA), recognizes acts of kindness among student-athletes and coaches throughout New Hampshire’s high schools.

The team was recognized for the efforts of teammates Maddy Paolino and Charlize Garcia, who organized a Morgan’s Message dedication game to raise mental health awareness. They went a step further by creating gift bags for the opposing team, filled with uplifting notes promoting positivity, kindness and mental wellness in sports.

“We applaud Maddy and Charlize for showing us the power of heart-led sportsmanship,” said Chris Logan, President and CEO of Bank of New Hampshire. “Their actions remind us that leadership isn’t just about winning, it’s about lifting others up, creating connections and making the game better for everyone.”

“Congratulations to Maddy, Charlize and the entire team for truly embodying the spirit of kindness and sportsmanship,” said Jeffrey Collins, Executive Director of NHIAA. “Their thoughtful efforts to raise awareness for mental well-being are not only commendable, they’re inspiring to student-athletes across the state.”

Bank of New Hampshire, founded in 1831, provides deposit, lending, and wealth management products and services to families and businesses throughout New Hampshire and southern Maine. With 21 banking offices and assets exceeding $2.5 billion, Bank of New Hampshire is the oldest and one of the largest independent banks in the state. Bank of New Hampshire is a mutual organization, focused on the success of its customers, communities and employees, rather than stockholders. For more information, call 1.800.832.0912 or visit BNH.Bank.

Photo - From left to right: Travis Craig, Business Development Officer with Bank of New Hampshire; Katie Jennings, AVP-Banking Office Manager of Bank of New Hampshire; Charlize Garcia & Maddy Paolino, members of The Derryfield School girls’ lacrosse team.

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