People, performance, relationships…the essence of Kearny Bank’s culture. It is an operating guideline for a Bank that is a bi ... t different, a step above the expected. Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender We adhere to these core principles by employing and developing the best people. By accepting only premier performance fostered by consistent training, monitoring and appropriate incentives. By treating each customer with dignity while building solid relationships. Since its founding in 1884 the mission has been “neighbors helping neighbors.” The Bank’s organic growth has been augmented by acquisitions of local institutions that maintain the spirit of true community banking, Branch personnel understand the needs of residents and businesses because they are “neighbors helping neighbors.” Behind them, Kearny Bank offers highly qualified professionals with expertise in specific financial disciplines. The Board of Directors and Administrators follow a disciplined business plan with a strong, conservative credit culture. The Bank has an A.M. Best Financial strength of “A” (strong); is rated one of the strongest banks in the nation by Bauer Financial Inc., named one of America’s Most Trustworthy Financial Companies for 2017 by Forbes Magazine and recognized by Forbes in the inaugural Best-In-State Banks. Kearny Bank, a New Jersey state-chartered stock savings bank, is headquartered in Fairfield, NJ. There are 54 retail locations in the metropolitan area and total assets top $6.5 billion. Kearny Bank provides comprehensive world-class banking services in a most professional manner. Personal or business, we want to be a true financial partner and make Kearny Bank your bank, For Today and For Tomorrow. read more