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About Us
We’re one of 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks working together with the Board of Governors to support a healthy economy. Our job is to serve the American public — to serve you. And our mission is to foster economic stability and strength.

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Economic Research
We conduct research to support policymaking and thought leadership on issues important to the Federal Reserve and the Fifth District. We also inform the public through our data and economic analysis, publications, presentations and educational resources.

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Region & Communities
We share research, data and resources and regularly engage regional leaders and policymakers to understand and address community‑specific economic issues.
- Our Region
Banking Supervision
We promote the safety and soundness of individual financial institutions, monitor their impact on the financial system, and ensure that financial institutions are protecting consumers.
- Our Team
  - Leadership
  - Financial Economists
Payments Services
We help keep the country's electronic payment system running and make sure banks have enough cash and coin to do business.
- Payments Overview
- Payments Outreach
- Financial Services
- Payments 101
Education
We work with teachers, students and the public to enhance understanding of economics, personal finance and the Federal Reserve.

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- Resources & Programs
- Economic Education Outreach
- Our Team

Events

Featured Event

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Wed., Dec. 10, 2025

Investing in Rural America Webinar Series: Advancing Housing Solutions in Small Towns and Rural America

2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Virtual

Upcoming Events

Webinar

Photo of Harpers Ferry, VA

Dec. 10, 2025

Investing in Rural America Webinar Series: Advancing Housing Solutions in Small Towns and Rural America

2 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Virtual

Conference

Core Week March 2024

Dec. 15, 2025

Richmond Office
Richmond, VA

Signature Event Series

District Dialogues

Investing in Rural America

Technology-Enabled Disruption

Past Events

Webinar

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Dec. 2, 2025

CRA for CBOs: Leveraging the Power of the Community Reinvestment Act

10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Virtual

Event

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Nov. 12, 2025

Small Businesses, Big Insights: What Local Businesses Can Tell Us About the Economy

2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Conference

A panel of speakers presenting their paper to a crowd at CORE Week.

Nov. 3, 2025

Richmond Office
Richmond, VA