Bank of Botetourt announces “Taking Care of You” Scholarship winners!
Bank of Botetourt Announces 6th Annual “Taking Care of You” Community Scholarship Recipients
Bank of Botetourt is pleased to announce the recipients of its 6th Annual “Taking Care of You” Community Scholarship. James River High School graduate Chase Minnix was the first-place recipient. Chase plans to double major in business and finance at the University of Virginia. The second-place recipient was Sarah Hamblin of Lord Botetourt High School. Sarah plans to pursue a double major in business and marketing with a minor in linguistics. The third-place recipient is Ella Wright of James River High School. Ella plans to attend Creighton University in Nebraska to obtain her degree in pre-physical therapy and then ultimately become a physical therapist.
This scholarship opportunity was available to high school seniors and existing college students with a GPA of 2.5 or higher who currently utilize Bank of Botetourt services. Applicants wrote a two-page essay exploring how Bank of Botetourt has been able to take care of their banking and financial needs. First place will receive $500, with second and third receiving $250 each. Bank of Botetourt will be offering this scholarship in the future and encourages interested applicants to apply in early 2023. The Bank congratulates Chase, Sarah and Ella on this accomplishment and wishes them all the best in their future endeavors.
Submitted by Mary Ann Miller, VP of Business Banking and Community Relations
