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BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--[ Regions Financial Corporation ] (NYSE: RF) today announced the release of its [ 2011 Social Responsibility Report ].

Titled aPutting People First,a the report shares examples of how Regions associates invest time and resources in the communities they serve and the impact that this has on the people there. The guiding force behind these actions remains the companyas core [ values ]: Put People First, Focus on the Customer, Do What is Right, Reach Higher, and Enjoy Life.

Grayson Hall, president and chief executive officer, Regions Financial Corporation said: aOver the past year, some extraordinary events reminded me that needs come in many forms. The tornadoes that left a path of destruction in several communities we serve created needs for shelter and supplies, while the financial crisis created needs for financial education and small business loans. For every need, Regions associates were there to offer assistance and solutions. This report is a testament to the passion and commitment our associates bring to their jobs every day and they make me proud to be a part of the Regions team.a

The report is a collection of community success stories that demonstrate Regions core values in action. Examples include:

• Putting People First by supporting [ disaster response ] and recovery efforts;
• Focusing on the Customer by financing the dreams of [ small business ] entrepreneurs;
• Doing What is Right by helping individuals and families both attain and retain homeownership;
• Reaching Higher to provide [ financial education ] to youth and adults in the communities Regions serves; and
• Enjoying Life during Regionsa Share the Good community service focus weeks.

In 2011, Regions supported more than 1,500 organizations in the 16 states the company serves through investments, grants, and sponsorships. Regions associates also provided more than 200,000 hours of in-kind volunteer service with more than 5,000 organizations, many through the companyas a[ What a Difference a Day Makes ]a volunteer program, which gives every Regions associate one paid day off each year to volunteer.

The report is available for view or download on the Regions Financial web site at [ regions.com/socialresponsibility ] and a [ video preview ] of the report is posted on the [ Regions Financial YouTube channel ].

About Regions Financial Corporation

Regions Financial Corporation, with $127 billion in assets, is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nationas largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, mortgage, and insurance products and services. Regions serves customers in 16 states across the South, Midwest and Texas, and through its subsidiary, Regions Bank, operates approximately 1,700 banking offices and 2,100 ATMs. Additional information about Regions and its full line of products and services can be found at [ www.regions.com ].

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