Bank of Botetourt has announced the recipients of its ninth annual “Focused on You” Community Scholarships. The bank awarded three scholarships totaling $2,000 to students who demonstrated academic achievement, community involvement, and a meaningful connection to the bank.
Maddie Whitacre, a graduate of Lord Botetourt High School, received a $1,000 scholarship. She will attend Roanoke College this fall, where she plans to major in Political Science on a Pre-Law track. Maddie aspires to serve her community and advocate for meaningful change through public policy.
Other recipients included Ella Wright, a student at Creighton University, who received a $600 scholarship; and Addie Flint, a graduate of Rockbridge County High School in Lexington, who received a $400 scholarship.
President and COO of Bank of Botetourt Michelle Austin said, “We are proud to support these exceptional students who reflect the values and future of our communities. Their essays highlighted meaningful experiences with our bank, and we are honored to be a part of their academic and personal growth.”
Bank of Botetourt looks forward to offering this scholarship again in 2026 and encourages interested applicants to apply early next year.
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Hayth High School Graduation Grant recipients announced
Bank of Botetourt has announced the recipients of the second annual Hayth High School Graduation Grant, an internal scholarship opportunity available bank-wide. Created in 2024, this initiative is designed to support bank employees who are parents of graduating high school seniors. For the Class of 2025, the bank awarded a total of $2,500 in grants.
This year’s recipients include high school seniors representing James River High School (Emma Lowe), Lord Botetourt High School (Genelayce Stevens) and others from Northside High School, Acellus Academy, and Rockbridge County High School.
Lyn Hayth, CEO and vice-chair of the board of directors, shared, “I am deeply honored to be associated with this high school graduation grant that carries my name. Education has always been a cornerstone of my life and career, as it is a steppingstone toward financial success and long-term stability. Now in its second year, this grant is a meaningful way to continue a legacy of investing in the future – both for our employees and their graduating children, as they embark on the next chapter of their academic and personal journeys.”
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