Bell Bank

Founded in 1966 in Fargo, N.D., as State Bank of Fargo, Bell Bank has grown into one of the nation’s largest family- and employee-owned banks. Known for its “bottom line” of “Happy Employees! Happy Customers!”, the bank expanded through regional acquisitions, including Bell Mortgage, rebranding to Bell Bank in 2012. In 2026, Bell Bank expanded into the Brainerd Lakes area.

Impact

This scholarship shall be awarded to a graduating senior who plans to pursue a career in the field of business or finance.