GSB IN THE COMMUNITY
Supporting our neighbors is one of our core principles, and we are pleased to get involved with many local organizations. Our employees are passionate about volunteering in a number of ways within the community – these communities are our communities too.
GSB IN THE COMMUNITY
Supporting our neighbors is one of our core principles, and we are pleased to get involved with many local organizations. Our employees are passionate about volunteering in a number of ways within the community – these communities are our communities too.
You Only Know The Power of A Community
When You're A Part of It
“Thriving nonprofits make our community better. Being a part of an event [the Maine Marathon] that generates needed funding for these deserving organizations is something the bank is proud to support.”
– Steve deCastro, President & CEO
At Gorham Savings Bank, we strive to make tomorrow brighter for those in need. Learn more about our approach to Community Development.
Learn More![Child coloring a Gorham Savings Bank Maine Marathon sign](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/uploads/Marathon-Sign-Making-2017.jpg)
Financial Literacy
Education
Business Growth
Health & Wellness
Employee-Driven Initiatives
Education Is
Everyone's Job
- Partner with CA$H Greater Portland to provide free tax preparation to those in need
- Financial Scholars Program offers an interactive, online curriculum to local high schools at no cost
- Workshops and education for students of all ages
![tab photo](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/uploads/JA-Lesley.jpg)
Education Is
The Greatest Investment
- Job shadow opportunities for Junior Achievement of Maine
- Investment in early childhood education through organizations such as FocusMaine,
Educate Maine, and the Alfond Foundation - Scholarship opportunities for continuing education
- Support for various STEM initiatives in our local schools
![tab photo](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/uploads/Gorham-e1577118370937.png)
Health Is
The Best Kind of Wealth
- Proud title sponsor of the Maine Marathon, Maine’s largest nonprofit, all-volunteer race
that has raised over $4,700,000 for charity - Programs in support of the MaineHealth, Maine Medical Center, and
The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital - Employees raise funds and either participate in or volunteer for various health and wellness initiatives, including the American Heart Association Heart Walk
![tab photo](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/uploads/Maine-Marathon-2018.jpg)
When We Lift Others
We All Rise
- Employees and customers donate holiday gifts for Boys & Girls Club of Portland Winter Wishes program
- United Way Day of Caring Event and Annual Fundraiser to support United Way of Greater Portland and York County
- Drives for Good Shepherd Food Bank, local Food Pantries, Thanksgiving meals, and Coats for Kids
![tab photo](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/uploads/2018-AHA-Heart-Walk.jpg)
Financial Literacy![down arrow](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/themes/gsb2018/assets/prod/img_new_blue/faq_dropdown_icon.png)
Education Is
Everyone's Job
- Partner with CA$H Greater Portland to provide free tax preparation to those in need
- Financial Scholars Program offers an interactive, online curriculum to local high schools at no cost
- Workshops and education for students of all ages
![Gorham Savings Bank employee teaching a class of young students](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/uploads/JA-Lesley.jpg)
Education![down arrow](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/themes/gsb2018/assets/prod/img_new_blue/faq_dropdown_icon.png)
Education Is
The Greatest Investment
- Job shadow opportunities for Junior Achievement of Maine
- Investment in early childhood education through organizations such as FocusMaine,
Educate Maine, and the Alfond Foundation - Scholarship opportunities for continuing education
- Support for various STEM initiatives in our local schools
![](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/uploads/Gorham-e1577118370937.png)
Business Growth![down arrow](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/themes/gsb2018/assets/prod/img_new_blue/faq_dropdown_icon.png)
Health & Wellness![down arrow](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/themes/gsb2018/assets/prod/img_new_blue/faq_dropdown_icon.png)
Health Is
The Best Kind of Wealth
- Proud title sponsor of the Maine Marathon, Maine’s largest nonprofit, all-volunteer race
that has raised over $4,700,000 for charity - Programs in support of the MaineHealth, Maine Medical Center, and
The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital - Employees raise funds and either participate in or volunteer for various health and wellness initiatives, including the American Heart Association Heart Walk
![](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/uploads/Maine-Marathon-2018.jpg)
Employee-Driven Initiatives![down arrow](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/themes/gsb2018/assets/prod/img_new_blue/faq_dropdown_icon.png)
When We Lift Others
We All Rise
- Employees and customers donate holiday gifts for Boys & Girls Club of Portland Winter Wishes program
- United Way Day of Caring Event and Annual Fundraiser to support United Way of Greater Portland and York County
- Drives for Good Shepherd Food Bank, local Food Pantries, Thanksgiving meals, and Coats for Kids
![Gorham Savings Bank employees at the 2018 Heart Walk](https://gsb.ibec.me/wp-content/uploads/2018-AHA-Heart-Walk.jpg)