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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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Banking & Supervision
We work to support a safe and sound financial system and foster an efficient and accessible payments system.
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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.
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Education
We work with teachers, students and the public to enhance understanding of economics, personal finance and the Federal Reserve.

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Events

Featured Event

Tue., May 20 – Wed., May 21, 2025

2025 Investing in Rural America: Elevating What Works

9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Hotel Roanoke
Roanoke, VA

Upcoming Events

Conference

A speaker presenting his paper to fellow economists at CORE Week.

Aug. 4, 2025

CORE Week, featuring the Marvin S. Goodfriend Conference on Productivity

Richmond Office
Richmond, VA

Conference

2025 Financial Sector Conference

Oct. 7, 2025

2025 Cyber Risk in the Financial Sector Conference

Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
Boston, MA

Signature Event Series

District Dialogues

Investing in Rural America

Technology-Enabled Disruption

Past Events

Conference

People computer programming

June 26, 2025

Maximizing Employment: Understanding Labor Force Participation

8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Baltimore Branch
Baltimore, MD

Conference

BOG building

June 25, 2025

The Federal Reserve's Mandate: What Does the Federal Reserve Do and Why Does It Matter?

11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Virtual

Conference

May 21, 2025

12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Virtual