Laurel Ridge Community College

STANLEY, VA – December 18, 2025 – Pioneer Bank (the “Bank” or “Pioneer”), the banking subsidiary of Pioneer Bankshares, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: PNBI), funds future educational opportunities with a donation in the amount of $10,000 to the Laurel Ridge Community College Educational Foundation. This donation reflects the bank’s 116-year commitment to serving local communities and supporting educational opportunities for students and families.

 

For many years, Pioneer Bank has actively supported and partnered with local educational initiatives throughout the Shenandoah Valley and Central Piedmont regions it serves. These efforts include donations to public schools, participation in local, school-based financial literacy events such as reality store simulations for high school students preparing to enter the workforce, hosting fundraising and school-supply drives, and supporting regional coat and food drives that benefit local families.

 

Pioneer Bank’s strong connection to the Laurel Ridge Community College Educational Foundation is not only reflected through ongoing participation and program support, but also through its leadership ties. Kim Blosser, President of Laurel Ridge Community College, shares a commitment to strengthening communities and expanding educational opportunities, which are at the heart of both organizations. 

 

An investment in education is an investment in the future success of the Shenandoah Valley and Central Piedmont regions of Virginia. Pioneer Bank has been proud to serve these areas for over 116 years, dedicating that time to supporting the community's financial and personal success. The Bank looks forward to continued collaboration with Blosser and the Laurel Ridge Community College Educational Foundation this coming year to promote educational advancement and future generations’ success.

 

Pioneer Bank, headquartered in Stanley, VA, has served the community since 1909. With a commitment to exceptional customer service and a comprehensive range of financial products, Pioneer Bank is dedicated to meeting the needs of individuals, families, and businesses in the area.

 

Pioneer Bankshares, Inc. is a one-bank holding company headquartered in Page County, Virginia. The Company’s main branch and corporate office are located in Stanley, Virginia, with other branch locations in Shenandoah, Luray, Harrisonburg, Ruckersville, and Charlottesville, Virginia. The bank also operates a small finance company known as Valley Finance Services, a division of Pioneer Bank, which specializes in consumer and auto lending.