Kitsap Bank announced that they will be providing over $400,000 in financial support to more than one hundred area non-profit organizations in 2022 through the Bank’s Community Connections program.  “At Kitsap Bank, we believe that growth starts right here at home,” stated Steve Politakis, Chief Executive Officer.  “We are invested in supporting our local neighbors, giving back to those who need it most.”  Kitsap Bank supports a wide range of non-profit organizations every year, including arts and culture, education and youth, environment and sustainability, homeless and hunger, economic and business development, and more.

Kitsap Bank’s community giving commitment stretches back to its beginnings nearly 113 years ago, providing consistent support to area non-profits even throughout economic downturns.  Over the past five years, Kitsap Bank has invested well over $2 million back into the community through sponsorships, donations, and volunteer activities. 

“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 these organizations’ missions and witness first-hand their positive impact on our neighbors and friends.” 

 

Established August 8, 1908, Kitsap Bank is headquartered in Port Orchard, WA, operating 18 locations throughout Western Washington. With over $1.5 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 was awarded the 2019 National Association of Secretaries of State Medallion, as part of the Corporations for Communities Award Program and received the Manufacturing Award for Innovation by the Association of Washington Businesses for the edg3 FUND Small Business Competition. Kitsap Bank’s Edg3 FUND was also recognized by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines in 2015 with their Strong Communities Award.  Kitsap Bank is ranked the 15^th largest bank based in the State of Washington and is the fifth 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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