Mayflower Bank was organized in 1889 as a Massachusetts chartered co-operative bank. In December 1987, the bank converted to a public company and today continues to operate as a Massachusetts chartered co-operative bank in stock form. Originally founded to foster the goal of affordable home ownership, Mayflowers primary business remains the acquisition of funds in the form of deposits from the general public, and the issuance of mortgages for the construction, purchase and refinancing of residential and commercial real estate as well as other commercial and consumer loans of various types. The bank offers a variety of deposit accounts to individuals and commercial customers. For the 15th consecutive time, Bauer Financial Inc has ranked Mayflower Bank as one of the top financial institutions in Massachusetts. The bank s main office is located in Middleboro, Mass.