Foreword by the President
»Savings banks have experienced a lot since they were founded – five different political systems, currency reforms and the German economic miracle of the 1950s. In all these years, they have always been at the side of the local people. This will continue to be the case in the future.«
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508 mill. €
Spent on social commitments
27.8 mill.
Savings accounts
5.3 Bn. €
Taxes
51.2 mill.
Current accounts
Close to people – but still digital
Genuine proximity and digitalisaion are not a contradiction in terms for the Savings Banks Finance Group.
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»Strengthening social cohesion«
Statement from Professor Ulrich Reuter, President of the DSGV
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»The counties are undoubtedly key players«
Counties as local welfare providers – challenges and opportunities: an interview with Joachim Walter.
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Close to people: creating community
The Savings Banks Finance Group’s Foundations: working together for a strong society
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Living climate protection in theory and in practice
Two examples from southern and northern Germany impressively demonstrate the importance of education and environment-related foundation work
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Making a big impact – even on a small budget
The DAVID competition for smaller foundation projects of the Savings Banks Finance Group proved once again in 2023 that the Savings Banks foundations are committed to many current social issues.
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“Hast du Töne”? music project
Promoting music means strengthening the community: Thanks in part to significant support from the Savings Banks Finance Group, the “Jugend musiziert” competition celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2023.
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»In terms of donations, we are the most active business association in germany«
An interview with Karolin Schriever, Executive Member of the Board of the DSGV
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…but still digital: accelerating the payment strategy
Pay anytime, anywhere with the Savings Banks – the Wero payment solution is a new central component of the Savings Banks Finance Group’s strategic promise.
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»Payment transactions should not be viewed one-dimensionally«
Dr Joachim Schmalzl, Executive Member of the Board of the DSGV, in an interview on the future prospects of Wero.
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