Bank of Utah Davis Chamber Honors Bank of Utah as Employer of the Year The Davis Chamber of Commerce awarded Bank of Utah “Employer of the Year” at the Davis Chamber’s pirate-themed Annual Business Awards Banquet on Sept. 19 at the Davis Conference Center. “We are honored by this recognition from the Davis Chamber of Commerce. It speaks to the hard work and dedication of our incredible employees,” said Bank of Utah President Branden Hansen. “Our relationship with the Davis Chamber has been longstanding, and we are both humbled and proud to receive this distinction.” Bank of Utah’s Cash Quest Turns $20,000 Prize into Scholarships for First-Generation Students Bank of Utah’s 2024 “Where’s the Wallet” cash scavenger hunt ended with Chris Shane winning $20,000 after finding the prize near Echo Reservoir on Sept. 5. Staying true to the contest’s mission, he donated half to fund scholarships for first-generation students at Utah Valley University. Bank of Utah Celebrates South Ogden Branch Renovation with Commitment to Local Community Bank of Utah celebrated the recent renovation of its South Ogden branch with a community-centered event showcasing exciting upgrades. The event included a meaningful donation to the Salvation Army Ogden to help those in need. 12th Annual Warm Bodies, Warm Souls Clothing Drive Warms Hearts, Shelters and Homes Across Utah The 12th annual Warm Bodies, Warm Souls 2024 clothing drive wrapped up with a heartwarming response from Utah residents. Bank of Utah, Arctic Circle and Red Hanger partnered to gather winter clothing and other essentials for families in need across the state from Oct. 21 to Nov. 15. Donations poured in at 74 collection sites statewide, including Arctic Circle, Bank of Utah and Red Hanger locations, filling more than 600 bags with warm clothing and collecting $8,500 for the donation fund — contributions from Bank of Utah and community members. Bank of Utah Helps Kick Off Ogden’s “Light the World” Giving Machine, Buying One of Every Item Bank of Utah became the first business to complete the 777 Challenge during the launch of Ogden’s “Light the World” Giving Machine, a vending machine that allows people to donate to local and international charities by purchasing items and services. By purchasing one of every item available — using the code “777” — Bank of Utah donated $1,156 to support those in need during this meaningful time of year. The bank hopes to inspire other businesses to take on the challenge and make a difference in their communities. D.L. Evans Bank D.L. Evans Bank has announced the second round of the 2024 Employee Directed Donation Initiative, which gives D.L. Evans Bank employees an opportunity to nominate their favorite nonprofit organizations in Idaho and Utah. Each organization will receive a $2,500 donation from the bank, plus a 5% bonus that will be added in the name of the employee who submitted the application, for a total of $2,625. D.L. Evans Bank is pleased to announce the $2,625 donation to Cache Valley Humanitarian Center (CVHC), nominated by David Mumm, D.L. Evans Bank vice president senior commercial loan officer and branch manager at the Logan branch. The Cache Valley Humanitarian Center aims to address unmet needs in the community by collaborating with nonprofits and school districts. It partners with 26 local organizations and three school districts to distribute items like back-to-school kits, hygiene kits, sleeping mats for the homeless, winter clothing and books for a Navajo community library to community members in need. Utah Banker 21
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