Banking on community help

Sponsorship program kicks off

THE Elmore/Lockington/Rochester Community Bank branches are excited to announce applications are now open for the community sponsorship program.

This is the second round of the program in 2016-17 and it is open to all organisations and groups in the Elmore, Lockington and Rochester districts.

‘‘We are very excited to again be receiving applications that will support local programs, projects and events,’’ Lockmore Financial Services chair Brad Drust said.

‘‘We gave away over $20,000 in our first round back in September. This was all made possible thanks to the customers of the Elmore/Lockington/Rochester Community Bank.’’

Senior branch manager Tracie Kyne supported the announcement.

‘‘It’s simple. The more our customers bank with us, the more our community bank company can invest in our local communities,’’ she said.

‘‘This is a demonstration of being able to invest in our communities today.

‘‘It’s not only deposits but your home loans, credit cards, debit cards, insurance products and all financial products and services you would expect from a bank.

‘‘Talk to our staff, bring your banking across and watch our community benefit.’’

Round one recipients of sponsorship included Lockington Pre-school, St. Joseph’s Primary School and Elmore Memorial Hall.

Applications for this next round close on March 15.

For details, visit a local branch or go to www.bendigobank.com.au/public/community/our-branches/elmore