That is why one local bank is going out of its way to ensure that its community has the resources, support and more to make sure that all residents have access to education and the opportunities it offers.
Executives from the Grand Rapids office of Old National Bank recently welcomed representatives from Heartside Ministry to the bank’s regional headquarters in Grand Rapids to provide a check for $7,500. The money is being donated to help spur Heartside’s successful General Education Development (GED) program.
The donation comes from the Old National Bank Foundation, which is the philanthropic arm of Old National Bank and has awarded grants totaling more than $10 million dollars over the past 10 years to essential nonprofit organizations.
“Old National Bank is extremely proud to support Heartside Ministries,” said Joe Kiser, Old National Bank’s Community Relations Manager. “The work they do in our community is vital to the continued prosperity of West Michigan. … We believe in being a responsible corporate citizen. This is one way we are able to contribute and we hope to inspire others to do the same.”
“Every week, I am inspired by our GED graduates and the tremendous obstacles they overcome,” says Heartside Ministry’s Rev. Andy DeBraber. “They are improving themselves, their families, and our city in ways that will have long-lasting impact by growing as people, heading to college or seeking employment.”