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Savings bank foundation SR-Bank
Sparebankstiftelsen SR-Bank was established 1th January 2012 as a result of the conversion of SpareBank SR-Bank into a limited liability company (ASA).
The foundation ( Sparebankstiftelsen SR-Bank) is from 1. october a shareholder of SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge with an ownership of 21, %. The ownership shall be at least 19,27% of the issued shares of SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge ASA.
Our Objectives:
Sparebankstiftelsen SR-Bank was given two objectives from its very start:
– To be a significant, stable and long-term owner of SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge ASA.
– To preserve the traditions pursued by Norway`s savings bank traditions, including donations for the common good in the region Agder, Vestland and Rogaland.
The Foundation can dispose from the profits and distribute to charitable causes.The Foundation shall, in its distribution of donations preferably taking into account the districts that contributed to the capital in SpareBank 1 Sør-Norge.
Ownership policy
The Foundation’s expectations to the bank is in the following areas:
– value creation
– market area
– equity and risk
– dividend policy
– corporate governance
– communication between the foundation and the bank
Gift strategy
The Foundation supports projects and organisations in the region. The capital shall be a source of inspiration for individuals and organisations, enabling them to realise their ideas and initiatives for the joy and benefit of the public and especially young people.
Gift objectives:
– Culture
– Competence
– Recreational and outdoor activities
– Sports
– Childhood environment