About the Joe Belew Award: The 2017 Joe Belew Award will be presented to the CBA member-bank applicant with the most innovative and impactful program to support digital access to financial services, with particular emphasis on the needs of one or more of the following: low- and moderate-income consumers, the underserved/underbanked, minorities, seniors, or rural communities.

The winning bank will receive $5,000 to donate to the nonprofit program partner of its choice and will be featured in an award ceremony at CBA LIVE in April 2017, in a press release, and on the CBA website throughout the following year.

Established in honor of Joe Belew, former CBA President, for his commitment to community development, the award encourages and recognizes the efforts of CBA member banks whose innovative solutions address pressing social issues. The focus of the award changes annually. Previous awards have focused on job creation, low- and moderate-income housing programs, financial education, and programs supporting veterans and servicemembers.

The winner will be selected by a volunteer subcommittee of the CBA Community Reinvestment Committee.

Deadline: The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 8, 2017. Finalists may be asked for additional information as part of the selection process.

To Apply: Submit the completed application to Maren Colon at . CBA member banks may submit more than one application for different programs.

Judging Considerations: Large and small banks will be judged on equal footing. General effectiveness and sustainability will be considered rather than grand totals of investments. Criteria will be weighted by the percentages below. In addition, CBA will focus on the following criteria when judging each applicant:

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·  Innovation: What is unique or innovative about the program that sets it apart from other programs seeking to enhance financial inclusion? How is this program solving an issue in a new way?

·  Impact: What measurable success has the program achieved or potentially will achieve?

·  Sustainability & Replicability: Is the program sustainable? Could this “best practices” program be replicated by other players in the industry?

·  Collaboration: How has the bank involved organizations or individuals from the community in the efforts of the program?

Application Timeline:

December: Applications accepted beginning in December.

February: The application process will close Thursday, February 8, 2017 and the judging process begins for the CBA Joe Belew Award subcommittee.

April: The 2017 Joe Belew Award winner will be announced at CBA LIVE 2017, taking place April 3-5, at the Gaylord in Dallas.

Questions or More Info: If you have questions or would like additional information on the Joe Belew Award, contact Maren Colon at or call (202) 552-6369.

Section 1: Applicant Contact INFORMATION

Bank Name
Program Name
First & Last Name of Primary Bank Contact
Role/Relationship to Program
Title
E-mail / Phone / Alternate Phone
Address
City, State & Zip
section 2: application questions
1. Briefly describe the over-arching concept of your bank’s program and how it supports digital innovation?
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
2. Please describe what is unique or innovative about your program that sets it apart from other efforts that support digital innovation in America.
Field is limited to 2000 characters (approximately 400 words).
3. Does the program have an evaluation plan to measure progress and impact? What measurable success has the program achieved or potential to achieve?
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
4. How is your program accessible? How is the program affordable?
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
5. Please share an insightful anecdote of an individual or family served by your program.
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
6. How has your bank involved organizations or individuals from the community in the efforts of this program? What partnerships have been formed, and does your bank assist your community partners in more ways than monetary contributions?
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
7. How many bank employees are influenced by this program, and in what ways? How has this program affected your bank’s culture?
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
8. Why do you believe this program is replicable in other markets?
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
9. In attempts to share best practices regarding a complicated issue facing the American economy today, what advice would you share with peer banks based on the experiences in running this program?
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
10. How will this program be sustainable, and what are the plans for the program’s growth?
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
11. What additional information is important for CBA to know about your program?
Field is limited to 1330 characters (approximately 250 words).
12. If your program is selected as the winner of the Joe Belew Award in 2017, do you consent to provide general plans and outlines of your program for CBA to share with the industry as a best practice (with your bank brand clearly connected to the program plan)?
YES NO

Thank you for your interest in CBA’s 2017 Joe Belew Award.

Please e-mail this form to Maren Colon at .

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