Connellsville, PA(September 25,2025) — cfsbank proudly broke ground on its new Connellsville branch, located at 400 W Crawford Avenue. Despite the rainy weather, community members, local officials, and project partners came out in support of this exciting milestone, demonstrating the strong ties between cfsbank and the Connellsville community.
From Left to Right: Eric W. Smith, Eric W. Smith, Senior Project Manager for Citadel and John Gill, President and CEO of cfsbank
cfsbank has been serving Connellsville since 1977, and this new location represents the bank’s continued commitment to investing in the future of the community. The new branch will offer enhanced services and a modern banking experience while maintaining the personalized care that customers have come to expect.
Mark your calendar! The 38th annual Charleroi Little Great Race 5K run and walk is set for Sept. 6 at the Charleroi Chamber Plaza, near Trustees Park. Festivities begin at 7 a.m., with the race starting at 8:15 a.m.
cfsbank has once again stepped forward as the race sponsor for the 2025 event, marking seven consecutive years of dedicated support.
You can read about it Here.
(August 13, 2025) Introducing one of many new perks for our employees!
(June 24, 2025) cfsbank has partnered with the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) to offer student loans for those entering college!
Charleroi, PA (March 4th, 2025) – cfsbank, an independent community bank headquartered in Charleroi, is excited to announce the completion of its newly remodeled lobby, designed to provide an improved and modernized banking experience for customers. The refreshed space at the Charleroi branch features updated walls, flooring, and a welcoming atmosphere that reflects the bank’s commitment to exceptional service.
Pittsburgh, PA (February 22nd, 2025) cfsbank, headquartered in Charleroi, PA braved the icy waters at Acrisure Stadium for Special Olympics Pennsylvania Polar Plunge this past Saturday in Pittsburgh!
Bottom L to R- Amanda Bilitski, Jackie Platt, Jen Hyde Top (L to R)- Carole DeAngelo, James Protin, Jennifer DiLucia, Andrew Fee, Kelly Moore, Amy Barnes, Eric Chandler, Karen Bennett
Kelly Moore, Business & Community Development Officer with cfsbank and Team cfsbank Polar Plunge Captain, gathered a group of plungers to join her at the stadium. Together they raised $16,650 for Special Olympics Pennsylvania.
“I created this team because I believe in the power of community. The Special Olympics is about inclusion, perseverance and pushing past limits, and that is something we should all stand behind.”, Kelly stated, “This wasn’t just about jumping into freezing water- it’s about making a statement that we support these incredible athletes and the opportunities that they deserve. This team rallied behind each other and brought out the best, offering inspiration as we celebrated every dollar donated to our team!”
We are so excited to be working with 100.7 Star! As many of you know, cfsbank rarely does advertising because we like to focus our efforts on charitable give backs and community sponsorships. However, as the recipient of the coveted “Crystal Award” for their work in the community and charitable events, 100.7 Star is a perfect partner for us. Tune in beginning Monday, February 10th to hear cfsbank’s very own Victor Tranquillo tell you all about our Free Checking and Custom Business Checking.
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Our cfsbank crew had the opportunity to help Santa pass out over 200 treat bags to the children. It was a successful event filled with Holiday and community spirit!
Our Southpointe branch was happy to help Santa this year! He left them “Elf Tags” with the needs and wants of Canon McMillian School students. Our branch donated gifts for 21 tags and collected a total of $540 towards those families in need!
A big thank you to our wonderful customers that helped with our Connellsville Holiday Food Drive that benefited Connellsville Community Ministries.
A big thank you to our customers who donated towards our food drive for the Good Samaritan Center in Mt Pleasant. It was a success!
We are thrilled to announce that cfsbank won Best Bank and Best Overall Business in the Mon Valley last night at the Observer-Reporter Best of the Best Gala. A big THANK YOU to everyone who voted for us and a special thank you to our employees for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to delivering exceptional service to our customers and community.
Thank you Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce for partnering with cfsbank to create the Women in Leadership (WIL) Series this year, 2024. Our last event for the year was held on Wednesday November 13th 2024 at Nemacolin Country Club. This was a special event celebrating our female veterans. Everyone wore their red, white and blue to honor those women. Diana Irey Vaughan, President & CEO of City Mission, was our keynote speaker for the 180 women in attendance. This SOLD-OUT event included lunch, networking, and approximately 22 vendors from primarily female owned businesses. City Mission was our featured charity for this event. They received a $500 monetary donation from cfsbank and guests were encouraged to donate personal care items. Thank you to all who participated in the series from the vendors to the attendees. Stay tuned for the next Women in Leadership Series in 2025!
A BIG shout out to our employees who were up before the sun to help set up for the 37th annual Charleroi Little Great Race on Saturday 9/7/2024!
cfsbank partnered with cfsbank Event Center for the Mon Valley Community Day on sept 8th.
Thank you to everyone who attended our Mon Valley Community Event!
We are so happy that we had the opportunity to participate in the Pneuma Worship Center’s Back to School Backpack Giveaway on Saturday. 136 Backpacks were donated to this event.
cfsbank is pleased to announce the grand reopening and ribbon cutting of their newly remodeled Seven Fields Office. This branch transformation was to accommodate Sail Mortgage and Delta Closing Services 17 employees as well as demonstrate cfsbank’ s commitment to the Seven Fields community.
“Our Seven Fields branch has significant unrealized potential,” said cfsbank President and CEO John Gill, “Not only did it have plenty of room to comfortably accommodate the new employees from the Sail Mortgage and Delta Closing Services acquisition but it is also becoming a hub in the Northern part of our market.”Read More
cfsbank is pleased to announce that we have completed an acquisition of the assets for Wexford based mortgage company, Sail Mortgage Corp.
Sail Mortgage offers a full range of mortgage products including but not limited to FHA, VA, USDA, Jumbo, and second mortgage financing for both purchase and refinance transactions.
“We are so excited to welcome the Sail Mortgage team to cfsbank” said cfsbank President and CEO John Gill, “Their extensive knowledge and experience in the mortgage lending space will be a huge asset to our bank and will greatly expand the types of loans, including government lending, that we can offer to our customers.”Read More
Shout out to our Connellsville Branch for their generous donation to The Greater Connellsville Toy Drive benefitting children in the local area!
Our Connellsville Branch is helping their community by donating new blankets to the Care and Share Boutique of Connellsville Area Community Ministries. New and gently used blankets are being collected to distribute to residents in need this winter.
Pictured above is our Connellsville branch manager, Beth Williams with Dana Krofcheck from Connellsville Community Ministries.
Help us help local students in need! Our Charleroi Branch is partnering with the Charleroi Area School District Education Foundation to collect back to school essentials such as Binders, Notebooks, and #2 pencils for the upcoming school year. All donations will benefit the Charleroi Area School District students.
Please consider helping us by donating the following supplies needed:
Pictured from left: Robert Wicker, David Ghilani, and Robert Krzeminski.
cfsbank is pleased to announce that they recently added banking veterans, Robert Wicker, David Ghilani and Robert Krzeminski to their Commercial Lending Department.
Charleroi Senior Girls Tea Donation
Pictured from left: Kelly Moore, cfsbank Charleroi Branch Manager and Adele Hopkins, Athene Club President.
Athene member Kelly Moore, manager of cfsbank in Charleroi, Pa, presents a check to Athene President Adele Hopkins for $750 in support of the 75th annual Senior Girls Tea.
The Athene Club of Charleroi, which is celebrating its 120th program year, welcomed seven new members to the organization at a recent meeting and announced plans for its jubilee tea which will be sponsored, in part, by cfsbank.
BIG NEWS!!! cfsbank is proud to announce that they have partnered with Black Bear Sports Group, Inc who recently acquired Rostraver Ice Garden in Belle Vernon, PA property. Working together, we have renamed the facility. The facility will now be known as cfsbank Event Center!
Our Connellsville employees volunteered at the first Free Connellsville Holiday Dinner with food by Sparks Catering. Over 250 take out dinners were prepared along with 800 sit in meals!! Sponsored by Connellsville Community Ministries.
Our cfsbank employees volunteered at the Salvation Army in Washington! Our employees helped the Salvation Army volunteers wrap all the gifts that were donated for Christmas. What an amazing event!!!
Our Rostraver Branch donated to the Rostraver Township Police for their Santa Cop program which aims to help at least 350 Belle Vernon Area children.
Our Washington Branch donated to Trinity North Elementary School for Santa’s Workshop. The money will be used for students who don’t have money to shop. They also donated gift bags, tissue paper and wrapping paper.
Our Connellsville Branch gave a generous toy donation to the Greater Connellsville Toy Drive!!
Our Southpointe branch is honored to provide some cheer and happiness in the true spirit of giving. They hosted an Angel Tree and the gifts went to their local elementary school this morning!
cfsbank is a proud sponsor of the Belle Vernon Area High School and its marching band! Marching band is a well known extracurricular activity at the high school. Their equipment trailer was in need of renovations inside and out. These updates will help keep the students and their equipment safe while also boosting morale with a new graphic on the outside. cfsbank is honored to help with this project.
cfsbank is partnering with Canton Township Park and Recreation to collect supplies for the upcoming school year. The supplies will benefit Canton Township’s Backpack Giveaway in early August.
Please consider helping us by donating the following items:
Help Us “Stuff A Bus” with School Supplies! July 12th – July 30th
cfsbank is partnering with Charleroi Area School District Education Foundation (CASDEF) to collect supplies for the upcoming school year.
Elizabeth Rotary Club President Cheryl Farrell, left, presents Paul Harris Fellowship awards to Richard Kundman, Connie Thomas and Keith Balint at the club’s June luncheon.
June 28, 2021. The Elizabeth Rotary Club recently honored cfsbank Chief Operating Officer (COO) Keith Balint with the Paul Harris Fellowship award for his efforts to raise funds for humanitarian and educational programs of the international organization.
cfsbank is pleased to announce that we recently teamed up with the Belle Vernon Area School District, DMI Companies and a group of high school seniors to design and build a new sign for the Belle Vernon Area High School (BVAHS).Read More
Pictured from left: Mike Parlack, Board and Nursery Manager of the General Braddock’s Fish Club; Dave Marchewka, cfsbank Connellsville Branch Manager, Sharon Rendine, Board Member and Secretary Treasurer of the General Braddock’s Fish Club
May 10th, 2021. cfsbank, is pleased to announce that we will be one of the major sponsors at this year’s Yough River Rally as part of our mission to support our local communities.
“Events such as this are a vital part of a community,” said John Gill, President and CEO at cfsbank. “It gives us great pleasure to be able to give back and help the General Braddock’s Fish Club in any way that we can.”
Pictured from left: Andrea Lawson, cfsbank Hempfield Branch Manager; Carmen Capozzi, Founder of Sage’s Army, and John Gill, cfsbank President and CEO.
May 7th, 2021. Sage’s Army, Inc. was founded in 2012 by Carmen Capozzi following the death of his son, Sage. It is a local nonprofit located in Greensburg, PA that strives to raise awareness about addiction as well as provide information and support to families. cfsbank is honored to be able to help them in their very worthy mission. Our donation will enable Sage’s Army to provide much needed laptops to some of their staff.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone that participated in the recent food drive benefiting the Greater Washington County Food Bank. It generated $3,000.00 in cash donations and 20 large boxes of food! We are overwhelmed by the generosity of our communities.