Our Community

We were excited to welcome participants of The Great Race, a classic car rally, to the Village of Montgomery and meet friendly faces from all over the country!

We were thrilled to attend the Women MEAN Business Conference hosted by the Orange County Chamber of Commerce, where keynote speaker Anna Gibbs inspired us with her invaluable insights and experiences.

Team WSB and the bank's DEIA Committee proudly reached their $2,500 fundraising goal and raised awareness for Multiple Sclerosis at The MS Orange Walk in Monroe

We were thrilled to sponsor and attend the SUNY Orange Foundation & Alumni Engagement Leadership Awards at the stunning BLK Hudson, celebrating excellence in STEM and honoring four incredible women for their outstanding contributions to the field! 

Members of our incredible team had the pleasure of attending the inspiring Miles of Hope Brunch, a fantastic event filled with positivity and community spirit! 

Walden Savings Bank President & CEO Derrik R. Wynkoop was honored with the Ottaway Medal by Vision Hudson Valley for his exceptional leadership and community service over nearly 30 years! 

President Wynkoop, a beloved participant in the Walden Elementary School guest reader program since 2011, delighted Mrs. Vicki Pelella's attentive 2nd grade class this year alongside Valley Central Superintendent Evette Avila.

Walden Savings Bank Senior Vice President was in attendance for Pets Alive

The Orange County Land Trust has helped protect nearly 6,000 acres of land through the negotiation of conservation agreements since 1993

Bank Makes Contribution of $2,150 to the Orange County Land Trust  

Annual Collection of Valentine’s Day Cards for Veterans Exemplifies and Extends the Bank’s Commitment to Giving Back to the Community

Walden Savings Bank sponsored the Latinos in Business Succeeding Together Mixer at Brotherhood Winery in Washingtonville. 

Walden Savings Bank collected over 500 pounds of food to be donated to the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley. 

Walden Savings Bank sponsors Vision Hudson Valley

Our neighbors at the Fox Hill Bruderhof Community stopped by our Corporate Headquarters

Walden Savings Bank partners with Newburgh Brewery for local toy drive

President & CEO Derrik R. Wynkoop Receives "Friend of the Extension" Award

Walden Savings Bank concluded its busy holiday weekend celebrating more Christmas "cheer" in Gardiner 

Cornerstone Family Healthcare honored Linda Muller for Lifetime Achievement

This year's Washingtonville Christmas Parade was held on Saturday, December 3rd, 2022

Container to be Opened, and Artifacts Celebrated, in 2072 for Bank’s Bicentennial

Washingtonville's 5th Annual Witchingtonville was held at Vern Allen Park 

Shred Day was held at the Circleville Branch on October 15th, 2022

The Orange County Chamber of Commerce breakfast was held at the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets

Walden Savings Bank participated in the American Cancer Society's Real Men Wear Pink Campaign for the 7th year! 

The Dutchess County Chamber's August Breakfast was held the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel. 

The 60-hour Town of Montgomery Youth Employment Program includes two workshops and internships at local businesses for students. 

The $2,500 David T. Cocks Scholarship is Granted in Memory of a Former Bank President Who “Exemplified the Definition of Character"

Employees’ Contributions to Causes Close to Their Hearts Will Benefit Community

Shred Day was held at the Middlehope Branch on June 25th, 2022

The Newburgh LGBTQ+ Center is a hub of resources, education, community building, and advocacy with the goal of building more resilient networks in the community.

The Village of Walden held its annual Flag Day Ceremony at Veteran's Park on Sunday, June 12th, 2022

Shred Day was held at the Scott's Corners Branch on April 23rd, 2022

The Blooming Grove Chamber of Commerce held their February Mixer at Brother Bruno's Pizzeria & Restaurant. 

Susan Wareka, Susan Jones and Sally Doyle each promoted into new leadership roles.

Annual collection of Valentine’s Day cards for veterans exemplifies the bank’s commitment to giving back to the community

Community Foundation Component Fund Honoring Daniel P. Downing Benefits Habitat for Humanity

Former Longtime External Auditor for Walden Savings Bank Brings Wealth of Experience and Deep Community Roots to the Role

Bank-matched employee donations benefits causes near and dear to employees’ hearts

The Playground at Wooster Grove in Walden celebrated its 20th Anniversary. 

The Walden Savings Bank Medici Program is a collaborative program that introduces undergraduate business and accounting students to the world of nonprofits in the arts and social services. 

The Orange County Chamber of Commerce leads the way creating and supporting an environment in which business will succeed and the quality of life is enhanced. With nearly 1,200 members, the Orange County Chamber is the leading supporter of business in the Hudson Valley region. 

 Ira Conklin, Michael Esposito, Greg Roe and John Carola represented Walden Savings Bank

Walden Savings Bank participated in the American Cancer Society's Real Men Wear Pink Campaign for the 6th year! 

Linda Muller, President & CEO of Cornerstone Family Healthcare was this year's recipient. 

The Bountiful Harvest Celebration is hosted by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County. 

Orange County Rising Stars are selected by the Junior League of Orange County. 

Leadership Orange welcomes the Class of 2022

The Walden Harvest Festival took place on September 25th at Bradley Park

Walden Savings Bank partnered with the Gardiner Association of Business 

The Cornwall Fall Festival took place on Sunday, September 19th

Keep It Moving has the mission to provide young people with the opportunity to engage in healthy, life affirming activities. 

Beautiful People is a non-profit 501c3 that provides adaptive sports for children and young adults with disabilities throughout Orange County

Scholarship is in memory of former bank President David T. Cocks

This year's parade was held on Saturday, July 3rd, 2021.

This seven-part Annual Fundraiser tours some of the Hudson Valley region's most spectacular arts spaces, music venues, and gardens.

Shred Day was held at Remee Wire and Cable in Florida on June 26th. 

Shred Day was held at the Scott's Corners Branch on May 1st. 

Walden Savings Bank volunteered and participated in the Town of Montgomery Clean Sweep for second year. 

Walden Savings Bank decorates MySleepers for Mentor Me of Ulster County.

We are happy to share our 2021 Community Shred Day schedule. We will be offering three Community Shred Days with our partners at Legal Shred throughout the year.

President & CEO Derrik R. Wynkoop and Branch Manager Nicole Burns sits down with the Business Council of Greater Montgomery. Check out the full interview here. 

Walden Savings Bank partners with Pursuit Lending to deliver a presentation on an overview of PPP loans for both first and second round applicants.

The Business Council of Greater Montgomery presented a $4,300 check to the Town of Montgomery Food Pantry. These funds were raised from the organization’s month-long Dine for Dollars event and via a donation from Walden Savings Bank.

We are excited to partner with Energy 103 Radio to help recognize those "Community Champions" that volunteer right here in Our Community. Each Community Champion will earn a $500 award for their organization or cause. 

Members of the Walden Savings Bank community collect cards to show appreciation for veterans

Bank donates over $22,000 in Bank-matched employee donations to causes selected by employees