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First National Bank of Michigan Makes $7500 Donation to Urgent Relief Fund in Wake of Tornado Disaster

May 13, 2024

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First National Bank of Michigan, a steadfast pillar in the local community, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to supporting those in need. In response to the devastating tornadoes that struck parts of Portage and surrounding areas on May 7th, the Bank has announced a generous donation of $7500 to the Kalamazoo Community Foundation’s …

Kids Food Basket

April 29, 2024

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First National Bank of Michigan’s Grand Rapids team volunteered to help Kids Food Basket in making chicken wraps. Each wrap is filled with the appropriate amount of protein needed for a healthy balanced meal. Pictured are Charles Slauer and Rochelle Anderson, Julie Banks, Harrison Brown, Mike Hollander, Kirstyn Monroe and Linette Griteman. Kids Food Basket …

Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes

April 22, 2024

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In a powerful display of community spirit, members of FNBM united with Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes (KLF) to take a stand against hunger. Their collaborative effort resulted in the packaging of an impressive 750 boxes brimming with fresh fruits and vegetables. These nutritious provisions are destined to reach the hands and hearts of individuals and …

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Choose Lansing

April 15, 2024

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Choose Lansing is an annual meeting that reports on the economic impact of those who have visited Lansing over the past year. The meeting touches on topics such as the hospitality industry and the state of tourism. The conference also covers upcoming events and how to improve the local visitor experience. First National Bank of …

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Hand 2 Hand

April 4, 2024

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Members of the First National Bank of Michigan team (Harrison Brown, Dustin Hopkins, Mike Hollander, Kirstyn Monroe and Sara Amy) recently joined Sun Title for a Hand-2-Hand volunteer event. Several other local businesses helped fill backpacks with food items for children in Kent County as well. Each backpack was filled with breakfast, lunch, snack, and …

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Community Involvement – YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo

June 8, 2023

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On April 21st, 2023, the YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo held an event with supporters and community leaders at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Kalamazoo, Michigan to address injustices in our local communities. In attendance were members of the FNBM Kalamazoo team, which included Marcus Kole, Shaunna Padgett, Rick Jackson and Kelsey Bailey. The FNBM team …

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KC Ready 4s

September 2, 2022

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KC Ready 4s is a community-designed organization focused on helping local public and private pre-kindergarten programs reach high quality; offering tuition assistance to qualifying families so they can afford to enroll their 4-year-olds in high-quality pre-kindergarten programs. Volunteers from First National Bank of Michigan are the first group to engage with kids in the classroom …

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Community Homeworks

September 2, 2022

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Community Homeworks knows that low-income families face many challenges and believe that one of the first steps to moving forward is working to create a more stable and sustainable home environment. Often that starts with addressing critical repairs that a homeowner is not able to afford. Community Homeworks is committed to connecting homeowners to resources …

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