Bennington State Bank Pledges $250K to Salina Family Healthcare Center

Transformative Donation to Revolutionize Healthcare Access in Rural Kansas

Apr. 10, 2026 at 3:12am

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A minimalist, high-end studio photograph featuring a polished stethoscope, a modern medical tablet, and a glass beaker filled with a vibrant blue liquid, symbolizing the advanced medical technology and integrated healthcare services that the new Salina Family Healthcare Center will provide.A generous corporate donation will help transform healthcare access in rural Kansas, bringing cutting-edge medical services and technology to the community.Salina Today

Bennington State Bank (BSB) has made a remarkable $250,000 pledge to the Salina Family Healthcare Center (SFHC) in Kansas, a donation that will directly support the construction of SFHC's cutting-edge new facility. This substantial investment is more than just financial - it's a testament to the power of community partnerships and BSB's long-standing commitment to strengthening rural healthcare.

Why it matters

This project isn't just about expanding medical services; it's about creating a comprehensive healthcare hub that includes dental, behavioral health, vision, pharmacy, and residency training programs. This means better care not only for Salina but for rural communities across Kansas, where access to quality healthcare is often limited.

The details

The new $55 million SFHC facility will revolutionize healthcare access in the region. BSB's pledge reinforces the belief that healthcare is a cornerstone of a thriving society, and the bank has long been recognized for its exceptional banking services and dedication to community well-being.

  • Bennington State Bank was founded in 1887.
  • The Salina Family Healthcare Center is currently in the construction planning phase for its new facility.

The players

Bennington State Bank (BSB)

A bank that has been a pillar of support in Kansas communities for over a century, demonstrating unwavering commitment to the families and communities it serves.

Salina Family Healthcare Center (SFHC)

A healthcare organization that is thrilled to receive the transformative donation from BSB, which will directly support the construction of its cutting-edge new facility.

Dr. Robert Kraft

The CEO of SFHC, who praised the community partnership with BSB as the kind that makes Kansas strong.

Darren Gragg

The President and CEO of BSB, who highlighted the bank's deep-rooted connection to rural communities and commitment to supporting community health.

Chris Yohe

The Market President of BSB, who stated that the new SFHC facility reflects the bank's long-standing commitment to investing where it matters most - in the local community.

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What they’re saying

“This is the kind of community partnership that makes Kansas strong.”

— Dr. Robert Kraft, CEO of Salina Family Healthcare Center

“Supporting community health has always been part of our commitment, because strong communities begin with healthy families.”

— Darren Gragg, President and CEO of Bennington State Bank

“The new Salina Family Healthcare Center reflects our long-standing commitment to investing where it matters most—right here at home.”

— Chris Yohe, Market President of Bennington State Bank

What’s next

With construction planning in full swing, SFHC is calling on individuals, families, and businesses to join the Healthy Salina, Healthy Kansas campaign. Every gift, large or small, will move this vision forward.

The takeaway

This transformative donation from Bennington State Bank highlights the power of community partnerships in addressing healthcare disparities, especially in rural areas. It demonstrates how corporate philanthropy, when aligned with local needs, can make a tangible difference in improving access to quality, integrated healthcare services.