James S. Vaccaro Named Warren Hill Recipient and Manasquan Bank Received 2026 NJBankers Community Service Award

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J., Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Manasquan Bank is proud to announce that Jim Vaccaro, Chair, President, & CEO, has been named a 2026 recipient of the Warren Hill Award by the New Jersey Bankers Association (NJBankers). The bank has also been selected as a recipient of the 2026 NJBankers Community Service Award, recognizing its commitment to volunteerism, charitable giving, and community enrichment.

The Warren Hill Award recognizes a current or former NJBankers committee member who demonstrates an overall commitment to the Association’s mission, including legislative and regulatory advocacy, educational initiatives, and member engagement. The award was established in 1998 in honor of Warren Hill, who served as president of the New Jersey League of Community Bankers from 1966 through 1975.

Jim has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to NJBankers through his leadership, advocacy, and service. He is a former member of the NJ Bankers’ Board of Directors and served as Board Chair in 2017 and 2018. During his tenure, he emphasized innovation, workforce development including the attraction of young professional talent to the Community Banking Industry and understanding evolving consumer preferences as key priorities for the banking industry.

“Jim’s commitment to the banking industry and to NJBankers is truly exceptional,” said Cathy Franzoni, SEVP, Chief Operating Officer of Manasquan Bank. “He has consistently demonstrated thoughtful leadership, strong advocacy, and a genuine desire to strengthen our industry and the communities we serve. We are incredibly proud to see him recognized with the Warren Hill Award.”

As a passionate leader in both civic and philanthropic organizations, Jim Vaccaro is Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of RWJBarnabas Health and former Chair of Monmouth Medical Center. He is former Chair of the Board for Visiting Nurses Association of Central New Jersey, a former member of the Board of Trustees of Monmouth University. He also is past Chair of the Board of Directors of New Jersey Bankers Association. He is a member of the Board of Directors of Four Springs Capital, LLC.

Jim Vaccaro currently Chairs the Federal Reserve Bank of New York Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council and is President of the Federal Reserves’ National Council (CDIAC).

Manasquan Bank’s recognition with the 2026 NJBankers Community Service Award further reflects the organization’s commitment to making a meaningful difference in the communities it serves. The award recognizes banks that go beyond traditional financial services through impactful community involvement, volunteerism, and charitable investment.

Over the past year, Manasquan Bank colleagues contributed almost 700 volunteer hours through the Bank’s CREW Cares program, supporting food banks, mentoring programs, environmental cleanups, and other community initiatives. The Manasquan Bank Charitable Foundation provided $521,344 in grants to local nonprofit organizations focused on affordable housing, youth development, health and human services, and education. The Bank also continued its financial education outreach through free workshops and seminars covering topics such as budgeting, credit, fraud prevention, and homeownership.

“We are honored to receive the Community Service Award and grateful to NJBankers for recognizing the collective efforts of our colleagues,” said Jim Vaccaro, Chair, President & CEO of Manasquan Bank. “Giving back is an important part of who we are as an organization, and our colleagues continue to demonstrate that commitment through their time, talent, and service.”

Together, these honors recognize both Manasquan Bank’s commitment to the communities it serves and Jim Vaccaro’s longstanding leadership within New Jersey’s banking industry.

About Manasquan Bank:
Manasquan Bank, a mutual community Bank with consolidated assets over $3.7 Billion, is headquartered in Wall Township, NJ. The Bank has been serving New Jersey residents since 1874 and continues to pioneer the future of Banking with both traditional and digital solutions. The Bank offers a full line of personal & business services, and operates fifteen branch locations throughout Middlesex, Monmouth & Ocean Counties. Manasquan Bank proudly supports community-focused, non-profit initiatives through the Manasquan Bank Charitable Foundation. For more information, visit www.manasquan.Bank

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James S. Vaccaro Named Warren Hill Recipient and Manasquan Bank Received 2026 NJBankers Community Service Award

Manasquan Bank is proud to announce that Jim Vaccaro, Chair, President, & CEO, has been named a 2026 recipient of the Warren Hill Award by the New Jersey Bankers Association (NJBankers). The bank has also been selected as a recipient of the 2026 NJBankers Community Service Award, recognizing its commitment to volunteerism, charitable giving, and community enrichment.