Nicole Dye-Anderson, Vice President, Head of Partnership Media Relations for Barclays’ Cards and Payments division, discussed Barclay US Consumer Bank’s community initiatives, from direct volunteer hours, to substantial donations and grant programs, including the current small business grants offer with the United Way, offering best-business training and information and grants of up to $9,000. She discussed the importance of the grants – which are not loans and do not have to be repaid – and the upcoming May 19th deadline to apply. She also spoke about their work with HBC and their ongoiing support of Delaware State.