Make It Happen Kids

Colonels' Corner Bank

It's never too early to learn the basics of personal finance, and since 1995, students at Henderson County High School have had a head start with the Colonels' Corner Bank. Opened in August 1995 as a joint venture between Ohio Valley Financial Group and Henderson County High School, the Colonels' Corner Bank continues to be a profitable business ran each year by students affiliated with the "Banking and Financial Services" class at Henderson County High School.

The student bank program initially began as a way to educate the student body about banking and to provide on site services such as check cashing, student loans, and savings accounts. After ten successful years in operation, Colonels' Corner Bank has expanded upon that original mission to include several community service projects.

Turkey of the Year

One such project is their annual "Turkey of the Year" fundraiser. Each year the fundraiser nets around $4500.00. The funds are used to provide Thanksgiving dinner for local families and Christmas for several local children. Colonels' Corner Bank is actively involved in other projects such as the American Heart Walk, Race for the Cure, the 911 Fund, March of Dimes and the HCHS Contingency fund, which provides HCHS students in need with basic items such as clothing and shoes.

Colonels' Corner Bank continues to be active in Project Aspire. The Project Aspire Program was developed by the Henderson County School system to help at risk children in grades K thru 8. The idea behind this program is to provide mentors and positive role models for these children. The student bank has successfully completed its fourth year as mentors with the program.

Bank of the Year

The student bank program provides young people an opportunity to gain insight and responsibility for the overall operation of a business. It also promotes community involvement and gives the student bankers an opportunity to learn the importance of reaching out and making a difference to others within the community.

The Kentucky Banker's Association awarded Colonels' Corner Bank students their highest honor of "Bank of the Year" in the student bank category for the fourth consecutive year. The award criteria is based on community service and educating their fellow students and teachers about banking.

Ohio Valley Financial Group is proud to sponsor the Colonels' Corner Bank and remains active in ensuring the success of the student-banking program. OVFG is committed to the financial education of Henderson's young people.