Bank-matched employee donations benefits causes near and dear to employees’ hearts
MONTGOMERY, N.Y. (December 10, 2021) – In the midst of the holiday season, Walden Savings Bank is proud to kick off its fifth annual “22 Days of Giving” campaign to give back to the people and organizations who make a difference in the Hudson Valley. Throughout the campaign, the Bank will donate over $24,000 to local causes.
“The 22 Days of Giving campaign was established to complement year-round philanthropic efforts throughout the holiday season.” said Derrik R. Wynkoop, President and CEO of Walden Savings Bank. “Our team is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for families and individuals in need in the Hudson Valley”.
Throughout the year, Walden Savings Bank supports the community through sponsorships, donations and a robust Community Service Program, which provides employee volunteers to community organizations. Employees are empowered to choose causes with missions that resonate most with them.
Walden Savings Bank employees make a weekly contribution for the opportunity to dress casually each Friday. These donations, along with a match by the Bank, have been distributed to each of the Bank’s departments, who then identify a worthwhile cause to support. Throughout the holiday season, the Bank will spotlight some of its 22 departments or branches on social media, using the hashtag #WSBCares, to share why they selected the individual or organization of their choice.
Left to Right: Denice Soba-Santiago, John Flores, Amanda Bosley, Jeanette Jimenez, Martha Barrera, Marie Mancuso, Jane Hosford, Cheryl Curran, Ann Marie Hogan, Angela Milozzo.
In addition to providing support to local individuals and families in need, a number of organizations were included, addressing multiple causes including:
• Domestic Violence
• Mental Health
• Juvenile Diabetes
• Cancer
• Animals
• Hunger
• Veterans
• Poverty
During the holiday season, Walden Savings Bank encourages the community to donate to charities of their choice. Several local organizations that implement and support important initiatives welcome the assistance.
For more information regarding Walden Savings Bank’s “22 Days of Giving” Campaign, and to learn more about why each organization was selected, visit waldensavings.bank/news or follow Walden Savings Bank on social media.
About Walden Savings Bank
Walden Savings Bank, established in 1872, is the 11th oldest federally chartered mutual savings bank headquartered in Montgomery, New York. With a total of 11 full-service branches serving Orange and Ulster Counties and a Loan Production office in Dutchess County, the Bank’s progressive style of community banking provides products that cater to both the individual and the growing mid-size business. Walden Savings Bank is rated 5 Stars by Bauer Financial, the nation’s leading and most respected financial institution analyst. 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 waldensavings.bank.
