Peoples Bank is proud to announce Mount Vernon-based Camp Korey as the recipient of its first-ever ‘Peoples Choice’ Impact Grant. The selection of Camp Korey for this grant was determined by a public vote which took place between September 27 and October 10 on the Peoples Bank website.
Camp Korey provides year-round programming and transformational experiences for children living with life-altering medical conditions in a fun camp environment with specialized medical support. The $10,000 award will be used toward the purchase of additional GEM cars (Global Electric Motorcars), or equivalent electronic vehicles, to expand Camp Korey’s fleet of onsite ADA-accessible vehicles. These vehicles enhance accessibility for campers of all abilities, improve camper safety by allowing faster medical response time, and increase intentional activity time for campers by reducing redundant travel.
“We are grateful to receive this generous grant from Peoples Bank,” said Shannon Staples, MD, Medical Director at Camp Korey. “We use nearly every corner of our 200 acres to provide life-changing camp experiences for our campers and families. Having reliable onsite transportation increases our ability to deliver innovative, accessible programs and support to our families and campers with their medical challenges.”
About the Peoples Bank Impact Grant
The Peoples Impact Grant program was launched in 2017 to help fund a specific project, use, or identified purpose that will have a long-lasting, positive impact on the community. Last month, the Anacortes Family Center was named the 2022 grant recipient. It will use the $25,000 award to provide maintenance and updates to its emergency shelter.
Prior winners of the Peoples Bank Impact Grant include the Teachers of Color Foundation, Northwest Youth Services, Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services (DVSAS) of Whatcom County, and Skagit Habitat for Humanity.
Operating since 1921, Peoples Bank is known for its dedication to service – supporting local customers, local businesses, and the economic growth of the regions surrounded by each branch. Each year, Peoples Bank donates hundreds of thousands of dollars to local and regional nonprofit organizations providing valuable services in the arts, child and family services, education, health and social services, and civics. For more information about Peoples Bank community giving, please visit www.peoplesbank-wa.com/giving.
About Peoples Bank
Peoples Bank is a locally owned and operated, independent full-service community bank with $2.8 billion in assets. Headquartered in Bellingham, Washington, Peoples Bank has served the community for over 100 years and operates 25 locations throughout Washington. Reflecting its strong financial management practices, dedicated employees, and long-standing customer relationships, Peoples Bank was awarded a superior five-star rating from BauerFinancial, a leading independent bank rating firm. Learn more about Peoples Bank at www.peoplesbank-wa.com. Member FDIC.
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