Provident Bank Celebrates 70 Years of Community Banking, Trusted Client Relationships and Community Service in the Inland Empire
Key Highlights
- ➤Provident Bank celebrates 70 years serving Inland Empire clients and communities
- ➤Provident contributions to local nonprofits exceed $1.8 million since 2006
- ➤Employee volunteer hours reached nearly 6,200 over the past five years
- ➤Newsweek named Provident one of America’s Best Regional Banks for 2026
- ➤BauerFinancial awarded Provident its highest Five-Star Rating for financial strength
Expert Statements
Donavon P. Ternes, President and Chief Executive Officer of Provident Bank
“We are honored to celebrate 70 years of Provident Bank. This milestone is a reflection of the trust our clients have placed in us, the dedication of our directors, officers and employees, and the strong relationships we have built over generations. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve them and to continue building on the foundation established 70 years ago,”
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Provident Savings Bank, F.S.B. (“Provident Bank, Provident, or Bank”), the subsidiary of Provident Financial Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: PROV), proudly celebrated its 70th anniversary on October 1, 2026, marking seven decades of serving individuals, families, businesses, nonprofits and communities throughout the Inland Empire. The milestone was commemorated with directors, officers, employees, members of the local community and distinguished guests, bringing together those who have helped shape the Bank’s history and those who will carry its legacy forward.
Since opening its doors in 1956, Provident Bank has built its reputation on outstanding service, trusted relationships and a deep commitment to the communities it serves. Over the past 70 years, the Bank has grown alongside the region, helping clients achieve their financial goals while supporting the people, businesses, organizations and communities that make the Inland Empire a special place to live and work.
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