Bogota Savings Bank

Founded in Bergen County, we’re proud to be one of the oldest banks in New Jersey. In 1893, local businessman William Smith determined that the employees of his company, Bogota Paper Mills, should have a local place to tend to their banking needs. To help achieve his goal, Mr. Smith enlisted the help of New York banker Victor Ludwig. Employing Mr. Ludwig’s vast experience, both men set out to make this idea a reality, and on March 31 of that year, Bogota Building and Loan was born. Our merger with Gibraltar Bank in March 2021 created a new banking experience for all of our customers, allowing us to expand into Essex and Morris counties. Since then, Bogota Savings Bank has opened new branches in Hasbrouck Heights and Upper Saddle River. With seven branches across Northern New Jersey, we continue to