Date: 5/20/2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Joanne Rau | President and CEO | 734-385-1122
Chelsea State Bank Welcomes Grass Lake Community Schools as New Banking Partner
Jackson & Chelsea, MI: Chelsea State Bank is proud to announce a new partnership with Grass Lake Community Schools (GLCS), which has officially selected the bank as its primary financial services provider. This move reflects the district’s commitment to developing meaningful and lasting relationships that benefit GLCS students and families.
“We are thrilled to welcome Grass Lake Community Schools to our growing family of local partners,” said Joanne Rau, President & CEO of Chelsea State Bank. “Their decision to bank locally is a strong vote of confidence in the value of community-first financial relationships. It’s a true partnership—and one that we’re excited to build on.”
As an independently owned and operated community bank, Chelsea State Bank is honored to provide tailored banking solutions to support the financial operations of Grass Lake Community Schools. Services provided are designed to assist the district in achieving operational efficiencies, fraud protection and income generation.
“We are thrilled to embark on this partnership with Chelsea State Bank, said Dr. Nicholas Angel, Superintendent, Grass Lake Community Schools. “Their deep roots in the community and commitment to supporting local institutions align perfectly with our mission to provide exceptional educational opportunities. This collaboration marks an exciting new chapter that will help strengthen our financial future and support the long-term success of our Grass Lake Schools. The initial transfer of our resources and the bill-paying process have gone smoothly.” “We appreciate the strong support Chelsea State Bank has shown not only for our financial needs, but also for education and the future of our community.”
About Chelsea State Bank
Chelsea State Bank is a full-service financial institution with offices in Chelsea, Dexter, and Jackson. The Bank was formed over 125 years ago by local business leaders to provide timely financial solutions to individuals, families, and businesses in the community. This tradition of community service continues today. For more information, please call 734.475.1355 or visit www.chelseastate.bank. Member FDIC.
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