The Dime Bank Invests in Financial Literacy for Local Students

The Dime Bank has donated $9,000 to Brighter Financial Futures, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing financial literacy among students. This contribution, made possible through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program, will directly benefit students in the Wayne Highlands, Wallenpaupack, and Delaware Valley school districts.

The funds supported the Personal Finance Lab, an innovative program that equips students with essential financial skills through interactive investing and budgeting challenges. The Personal Finance Lab offers a comprehensive learning experience, including:

  • A robust personal finance curriculum covering key financial and business concepts.
  • A realistic stock market challenge simulation to teach the principles of stock market investment.
  • An engaging personal budgeting game simulation that educates students on credit, budgeting, net worth, and overall financial well-being.

Congratulations to all the students who participated in these challenges! Special recognition goes to the top three students in each of the following categories:

High School: 1st Place – Hayden Elderkin, Delaware Valley High School; 2nd Place – Devin Hopkins, Wayne Highlands; 3rd Place – Nora Warner, Wallenpaupack.

Middle/Elementary School: 1st Place – Owen Curtis, Wayne Highlands Middle School; 2nd Place – Diana Sutton, Wallenpaupack Middle School; 3rd Place – Liz Stuart, Wallenpaupack Elementary School.

Personal Budgeting Challenge: 1st Place – Logan Petroski, Wallenpaupack; 2nd Place – Brock Ludwig, Wayne Highlands; 3rd Place – Hayden Elderkin, Delaware Valley.

The first-place winners of the Stock Market Challenge, Owen Curtis of the Wayne Highlands Middle School and Hayden Elderkin of the Delaware Valley High School received a Chromebook, a gift card, and The Dime Bank gift basket. All other students received gift cards, as did the teachers.

President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Bochnovich commented, “The Dime Bank is deeply committed to fostering financial literacy in our youth. Equipping students with personal finance skills today is investing in a future of limitless possibilities. It’s the bedrock for their success.”

Teacher Donald Burchell, AVP Damascus Branch Manager Marcris Rueger, Student Owen Curtis, Principal of Preston School David Jagger.
AVP Dingmans Ferry Branch Manager Amy Burke, VP Marketing Deb Unflat, Student Hayden Elderkin, Teacher Audrey Dennis.

Source: The Dime Bank / Deborah Unflat / June 11, 2025

The Dime Bank Celebrates Employee Anniversaries

Demonstrating its deep appreciation for employee loyalty, The Dime Bank hosts an annual dinner to honor those reaching five-year career milestones. The 2025 event shone a spotlight on 23 individuals, from thirty years of dedication to five years.

These anniversary celebrations are a cornerstone of The Dime Bank’s progressive culture, a heartfelt expression of gratitude for the loyalty and effort shown by its employees. It’s an opportunity to commemorate their achievements and unwavering commitment to The Dime Bank.

President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Bochnovich commented, “Our employees are the heart of what makes The Dime Bank unique and fosters its positive spirit. Their respect, dedication, and loyalty are the foundation for exceptional customer service, and each employee plays an indispensable role in The Dime Bank’s continued success. The bank proudly acknowledges and thanks them for their dedication and hard work.”

Pictured left to right:

Front row: 25 years of service- Deborah Unflat; 20 years of service- Bryan Rupp, Amy Burke, Tom Didato, Donna Vogel.

Second row: 15 years of service- Chase Holl, Meghan Gibbons, Victoria DiGiuseppe, Jaimie Fiebiger; 10 years of service- Robert Karoscik, Tina Geer, Nancy Mead, Viktoria Beiter, Gary Schemel.

Third row: 5 years of service- Kevin Urian, Randi Yonke, Nicholas Pomroy.

Not Pictured: 30 years of service- Julene McGraw; 25 years- Suzanne Mansfield; 20 years- Mary Carol Hanis; 10 years- Cheryl Holmquist, Michael Borick, Diane Christopher-Riefler.