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Corporate philanthropy is a key component of a
healthy and viable community. American Bank has a long
tradition of supporting the communities we serve. One of our
core values is the commitment to support the financial and
social health of the community. We demonstrate this value
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Seeking opportunities to enhance the social
and economic well being of our community.
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Providing financial support to the community
through grants and sponsorships.
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Supporting and encouraging individual
volunteerism and community service.
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Contributing personal time and leadership to
community initiatives that align with our vision and values.
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Developing and delivering products and
services that meet the needs of our respective communities.
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Raising community awareness of our
activities.
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Areas of Focus
American Bank strives to be a responsible corporate citizen by
investing our resources, both human and financial, to enrich the
quality of life in the communities we serve.
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Revitalizing Communities
- Particular emphasis will be placed on organizations, projects
and programs that: |
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create and retain wealth in low to moderate
income neighborhoods,
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support economic development and small
business growth,
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promote home ownership and home improvement
opportunities in low to moderate income neighborhoods,
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reinforce the economic viability of city
neighborhoods and the overall community, and
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strengthen and increase safe, affordable,
permanent housing opportunities.
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Education
- Particular emphasis will be placed on organizations, projects
and programs that: |
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remove obstacles to credit,
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facilitate job creation, retention and
advancement,
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remove language barriers,
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create social and economic opportunities for
low and moderate income individuals, and
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develop and strengthen the skills necessary
for low and moderate income individuals to succeed.
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Arts & Culture
- Particular emphasis will be placed on organizations, projects
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are inclusive and represent diverse
perspectives,
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exhibit a strong position as institutional
neighbors,
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exhibit leadership among their peers in
developing public / private arts partnerships, and
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expose employees to the diversity of cultural
arts in the community.
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How to make a request:
For more information, please contact
one of our local branch managers to discuss your request. You
may also contact Mark Thorkildson at 651-643-8426 or Lori Harmel
at 651-643-8486. |
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