Colin O’Keefe exemplified the character of the past bank president
MONTGOMERY, N.Y. (June 26, 2012) – Walden Savings Bank is proud to announce Valley Central High School Senior Colin O’Keefe as the first recipient of the David T. Cocks Walden Savings Bank Scholarship.
The scholarship, administered by the Community Foundation of Orange & Sullivan, awards $2,500 to an inbound college student who mirrors the character of the past president & CEO of Walden Savings Bank, David T. Cocks, who suddenly passed away just more than a year ago.
“Colin is an active participant in school and his community and posts numerous achievements, which makes him a great recipient for the David T. Cocks Walden Saving Bank Scholarship,” said Vice President Marketing Joann Menendez. “He is focused on his future and extremely dedicated to his education, church and community. We are sure David would be proud of him.”
Primary consideration for the scholarship was given to Eagle Scouts, with secondary consideration awarded to athletes. Colin made Honor Roll all four years at Valley Central, is a decorated Eagle Scout and was active in several high school sports.
He is an active volunteer at numerous organizations, including the Knights of Columbus and Holy Name of Mary Church, where he founded a youth group. O’Keefe graduated from Valley Central this month and will be attending Mount St. Mary College in the fall.
About Walden Savings Bank
Walden Savings Bank, established in 1872, is a federal chartered mutual savings bank headquartered in Montgomery, New York. With a total of eleven full-service branches serving Orange and Ulster Counties, the bank’s progressive style of community banking provides products that cater to both the individual and the growing mid-size business. In addition, Walden Investment Services, located at Walden Savings Bank, offers personalized advice for financial planning. To learn more about the Bank and its products and services, visit their website at www.waldensavingsbank.com
