By Charlene Peters, Branch Manager
As Christmas approaches, with less than a month to go, there is a sense of positivity and hope for an enjoyable 2025. Monbulk and District Community Enterprises Limited, the owner of the franchise of Community Bank Monbulk and District is proud to be a community-owned company operating on a profit-for-purpose model. This means that the revenue generated from customer banking—whether through loans or deposits—is reinvested back into the local community. We are proud to support the community through grants, sponsorships, and one-off donations, we support a wide range of organizations and schools throughout Monbulk. In fact, we are one of the largest sources of community funding in the area.
Our mission is to not only support our valued customers but also to assist local clubs, groups, schools, and other organizations. Since 2012, we have contributed over 1.1 million dollars back to our community—an achievement that speaks volumes about the dedication of everyone involved. However, there is always more to be done, and we know that the continued success of our efforts depends on the support of the community banking with us, if you don’t already, we invite you to come along and meet our friendly caring staff who are very competent in their roles and will help you reach your financial goals.
I would like to take this opportunity to extend my sincere thanks to all our volunteer board members, and staff for their continued dedication and engagement. Our 9 directors, all of whom are locals, are a true reflection of the people we serve. Many are parents or grandparents, with decades of business and professional experience, and they bring a deep commitment to our community.
This year, we’re excited to be the major sponsor of the Merry Monbulk Christmas Street Party, which will take place on 6 December. We invite you to join us in celebrating the festive season with family, friends and neighbours. Additionally, our wishing tree in conjunction with Open Door Community Care will be available in-branch from early December, where you can select a tag and help a local child in need this Christmas. We are always humbled by the generosity of our community, and I want to thank you in advance for your support.
On behalf of the team at Community Bank Monbulk and District, I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! May the season bring joy, warmth, and hope to you and your loved ones.
