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South Story Bank & Trust is proud to establish the Bob Krause Legacy of Leadership Scholarship.

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The Bob Krause Legacy of Leadership Scholarship honors the legacy of Bob Krause, who dedicated 42+ years of service to South Story Bank & Trust. Bob exemplified integrity, mentorship, and a deep commitment to community banking. This scholarship reflects his belief that opportunity, hard work, and education can open doors for the next generation of leaders.

The program supports a graduating senior with demonstrated financial need. He/She must be graduate from the Ballard Community School District, serve the community, and pursue higher education with the goal of entering the finance or banking profession.

Future recipient(s) of this annual $400 scholarship are students who:

• Display exceptional academic motivation and capability;
• Possess admirable character and a commitment to ethical leadership; and,
• Intend to develop careers that contribute to the growth and well‑being of their communities.

These are all values that defined Bob’s lifelong work and reflect the Krause Family’s enduring dedication to uplifting and investing in the well‑being of others. The scholarship is designed to reduce financial barriers, encourage continued learning, and inspire students to follow a path of service and leadership in the financial industry.

To honor Bob, you can contribute funds toward this scholarship. For each account opened through the Ballard popcorn bag promotion (using the link below), SSBT will donate $25 to the scholarship fund.

‍Click here to Open An Account

‍When entering information to open your account, select Bob Krause Scholarship in the drop-down menu (example below).

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The annual scholarship will be adminstered by Ballard Community Dollars for Scholars Program.

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Our Communities are at the Heart of Our Story.

Our team spends hundreds of hours each year volunteering in our communities. Our communities are the heart and soul of our story. This is where we live, work and play. This is where our children are educated and where they form the foundation for their values. By providing our employees with volunteers hours, they are encouraged to give of their time and talents to local organizations.

South Story Bank has formed a charitable foundation with a portion of our profits funding many educational and non-profit projects in the communities in which we do business. The foundation also matches funds donated by our employees to their favorite causes and organizations.

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