Monday, July 22, 2013, 12:06pm
Citizens Bank and NECN have named the Bostonian Society as the second 2013 Champion in Action in the category of arts and culture. As part of the award, the Bostonian Society will receive a $35,000 unrestricted grant, media coverage and extensive promotional and volunteer support for its work.
Launched in 2002, Champions in Action is a joint initiative of Citizens Bank and NECN to recognize and support nonprofit organizations for their contributions to Massachusetts communities.
The Bostonian Society’s mission is to celebrate Boston’s past by bringing history to life for the city’s students and teachers. The organization has been active in preserving the Old State House as a landmark for the city.
“This award will help The Bostonian Society continue to focus on strengthening our community through educational arts and culture by connecting students and visitors to the history and values the Old State House represents,” Jerry Sargent, president of Citizens Bank and RBS Citizens in Massachusetts, said in a statement.