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Hills Bank donates over $8,000 in classroom cash
WASHINGTON — Hills Bank, as part of its Classroom Cash program, recently donated $1,439.34 to the Highland Community School District, $742.80 to Hillcrest Academy, $4,264.00 to the Mid-Prairie Community School District, and $1,626.67 to the Washington Community School District. These funds will be used to support programs and services that enhance student educational experiences.
“With every swipe of their Hills Bank debit card, over 11,100 customers generate donations from Hills Bank to their designated public school district or private school in our local communities,” a news release from the company said. “There is no charge to the school or to our customers; it’s just a great way to make a difference for area students.”
Since 2004, $37,534.62 has been donated to the Highland Community School District, $27,105.21 to Hillcrest Academy, $123,200.17 to the Mid-Prairie Community School District, and $21,982.33 to the Washington Community School District. Classroom Cash cardholders have earned a total of over $1.35 million for participating area schools.
“A vital part of Hills Bank’s mission is to give back to our community,” said Hills Bank CEO Dwight O. Seegmiller. “This program allows our customers to help simply by swiping their Hills Bank debit card. The more they use their card, the more our community schools benefit.”
Angela Langstraat (center) and Hayley Wright from Hills Bank present Washington Superintendent Willie Stone (left) with a Classroom Cash check for $1,626.67. (Photo submitted)
Kris Burns (left) and Jo Edgington (right) from Hills Bank present Mid-Prairie Superintendent Brian Stone (center) with a Classroom Cash check for $4,264.00. (Photo submitted)
Kris Burns (left) and Tyler Coblentz (center) from Hills Bank present Hillcrest Principal Dwight Gingerich (center) with a Classroom Cash check for $742.80. (Photo submitted)
Jean Lenz (left) and Cindy Michel (right) from Hills Bank present Highland Board President Nate Robinson (center) with a Classroom Cash check for $1,439.34. (Photo submitted)
