Kitsap Bank recently presented a $2,500 donation to The Sophia Way as part of the bank’s partnership with 425 Business’ Women to Watch; The Sophia Way was this year’s featured nonprofit.  The donation will support Sophia Way programs and their mission to end homelessness for single adult women in King county by providing shelter, social services, and permanent housing with support.

“Our local non-profits help make our community a great place to live and work,” stated Steve Politakis, Kitsap Bank’s Chief Executive Officer. “It’s our privilege to be able to support The Sophia Way’s mission and witness first-hand the positive impact they are making in the community.” 

For over a decade, The Sophia Way has provided a safe place for homeless women in King county. In addition to meeting basic needs, such as offering showers, food and a place to sleep, The Sophia Way provides emergency and night shelters, a day center, case management, and more.

 

Established August 8, 1908, Kitsap Bank is headquartered in Port Orchard, WA, operating 21 locations throughout Western Washington.  With over $1 billion in assets, the Bank provides a full range of financial services to commercial and individual clients.  Kitsap Bank has been named a Preferred Lender by the U.S. Small Business Administration, and a Corporate Philanthropist by the Puget Sound Business Journal.  Kitsap Bank is ranked the 12^th largest bank based in the State of Washington and is the sixth largest women-owned business, according to the Puget Sound Business Journal.  The Bank was named Family-Owned Business of the Year in 2015 by Seattle Business magazine and has a 5 Star rating from BauerFinancial Inc. For more information, visit kitsapbank.com and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. 

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