Oak Valley Community Bank Receives 2010 Outstanding Community Support Award

OAKDALE, CA--(Marketwire - June 4, 2010) -  Oak Valley Community Bank, a subsidiary of Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY), announced today that it has received the 2010 award for "Outstanding Community Support" from Habitat for Humanity, Stanislaus County. The award, which was presented on May 20, 2010 at the Annual Habitat for Humanity Awards Dinner, is in recognition of the Bank's efforts to make a significant contribution to Habitat for Humanity and the cause of affordable housing.

Bank employees distinguished themselves by working to provide Habitat for Humanity, Stanislaus County with a line of credit to fund "Hope Village" and other home building projects, writing grants, and administering the WISH ($150,000) and the Affordable Housing Programs ($300,000). Oak Valley has provided strategic and financial guidance as well as volunteer construction hours.

"Oak Valley Community Bank and its employees have a longstanding commitment and track record of giving back to the communities we serve," said Chris Courtney, President of Oak Valley Community Bank. "We are honored to receive recognition for our commitment, passion and leadership in the community." 

Oak Valley Bancorp operates Oak Valley & Eastern Sierra Community Bank, through which it offers a variety of loan and deposit products to individuals and small businesses. The Company currently operates through 12 conveniently located branches: Oakdale, Sonora, Turlock, Stockton, Patterson, Ripon, Escalon, two branches in Modesto, and three branches in their Eastern Sierra Division, which includes Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, and Bishop. 

For more information, call 1-866-844-7500 or visit us online at www.ovcb.com.

Contact Information:

Contact:
Ron Martin/Chris Courtney
Phone: (209) 848-BANK (2265)
Toll Free (866) 844-7500
www.ovcb.com