We received the following press release and photo from Mercantile Bank of Michigan.
For Immediate Release
Mercantile Bank announces donation to the Lowell YMCA for expansion and capital campaign
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Oct. 12, 2021– Mercantile Bank of Michigan (“Mercantile Bank”) announced it will donate $2,500 to the Lowell YMCA for their Litehouse Family YMCA capital campaign. The focus of the campaign is to renovate the former Impact Church building located at 1070 N. Hudson for expanded health, wellness, and community building opportunities,
“Mercantile Bank has a long history of commitment and contribution to the local communities we serve, and we are committed to helping projects like this.” said Eric Wakeman, AVP, Branch Manager of Mercantile Bank in Lowell. “We are proud to give back to the Lowell community and support this project which will make such a positive impact in the area.”
“We are so thankful for partners in the community like Mercantile Bank.” said Ray Duimstra, Litehouse Family YMCA Capital Campaign Committee Co-Chair. “The support of area leaders, businesses, organizations and individuals creates a lattice of support for the youth, individuals and families throughout the Lowell area. That support leads to impactful YMCA programs for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility”.
In providing financial support it is the Bank’s hope to further strengthen the growth and development of the community. Partnering with organizations that provide strong foundational support in the lives of so many people in the local community is a perfect fit for the mission of Mercantile Bank.
About Mercantile Bank
Mercantile Bank is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mercantile Bank Corporation. Mercantile Bank provides banking services to businesses, individuals and governmental units, and differentiates itself on the basis of service quality and the expertise of its banking staff. Mercantile Bank has assets of approximately $4.8 billion and operates 44 banking offices.
About the Y
The Y is West Michigan’s leading nonprofit strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Through its seven branch locations, YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin, community outreach programs and childcare sites, the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is committed to improving the health and well-being of children and families. YMCA programs impact thousands of lives annually and respond to unique community needs across West Michigan. To learn more, visit grymca.org. To learn more about the Litehouse Family YMCA capital campaign, visit www.grymca.org/lowell.
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