In 2025, SouthEast Bank has donated $365,000 to 11 higher education institutions in Middle and East Tennessee, part of the bank’s $25 million overall investment in education at all levels.
Through the SouthEast Bank (SEB) Scholars program, funds are given directly to colleges and universities to then be distributed to students who qualify for scholarships. These schools include Bryan College, Cleveland State Community College, Fisk University, Johnson University, Lee University, Pellissippi State Community College, Southern Adventist University, Tennessee Wesleyan University, University of Tennessee (UT), UT at Chattanooga and Vanderbilt.
“SouthEast Bank is committed to expanding opportunity through education for students in our region,” said Ron Gambill, executive vice president of SouthEast Bank. “The SEB Scholars program is a significant part of our overall investment into the areas we serve, because we believe that removing obstacles for students to earn a degree pays dividends into their families and communities.”
Historically, the bank’s donations have exceeded $25 million to support primary, secondary and post-secondary education, including the SEB Scholars program, and have evolved in direct response to changing needs in the region. Recently, a scholarship was added for students applying for graduate-level nursing and education to address the demand for nurses and teachers in Tennessee.
If you are a student seeking more information about the SouthEast Bank Scholars program or other financial assistance, please check with your school’s financial aid office.
“SouthEast Bank is investing in the next generation of students,” Gambill said. “We want to give back in meaningful ways that will make a difference for families in Tennessee. The SEB Scholars program is a tangible way to achieve that.”
In addition to the SEB Scholars program, SouthEast Bank’s local education initiatives include partnering with organizations that provide resources for the mental, emotional and physical well-being of students and their families. SouthEast Bank also directly supports affordable housing development, homeowner education and overall financial literacy.
About SouthEast Bank:
SouthEast Bank is a community bank headquartered in Farragut, Tennessee. With assets in excess of $2.6 billion, SouthEast Bank offers a full suite of loan and deposit products and services for families and businesses throughout Middle and East Tennessee, including its specialty consumer loan division, ELFI, which specializes in educational loan programs. SouthEast Bank is committed to the financial success of its customers, employees, and communities. Local decision-making and community involvement have been the driving successes of SouthEast Bank since its inception. Member FDIC.
For more information, visit www.southeastbank.com or call 1-844-732-2657.
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