Sterling Federal Bank Announces Winners of Eighth Annual Employee Charity Challenge
STERLING – Sterling Federal Bank has announced the winners of its eighth annual Employee Charity Challenge, a long-running contest that encourages employees to nominate and select local charities for a chance to receive financial support. According to a report by Shaw Local, the contest, which was held throughout March, distributed a total of $50,000 to several charitable organizations.
The top three winners of the contest received substantial monetary awards, with Serenity Hospice & Home taking home the $20,000 grand prize. Sauk Valley Community College’s Impact Program secured the second-place prize of $10,000, while Gaffey Home Care – Hospice Foundation received $5,000 for third place. As reported by Shaw Local, the contest aims to support local charities and is a testament to the bank’s commitment to servicing the local communities it represents.
In addition to the top three winners, seven other organizations each received $1,000 for their service and commitment to the community. These organizations include Community Christmas for Children, Empowerment Through Sports, Good Fellows, Hope Cancer Wellness, Mt. Morris Loaves & Fish, Sauk Valley Food Bank, and Victory Center. According to Shaw Local, the Employee Charity Challenge is a beloved event that highlights the bank’s dedication to giving back to the community.
"Our employees are our boots on the ground in each of our communities, so it only makes sense that they would choose the charities that participate in this wonderful event," said Dean Ahlers, president and CEO of Sterling Federal Bank, in a statement to Shaw Local. "Sterling Federal Bank has a long history of servicing the local communities it represents. Our employees’ willingness to give of their time, talent and treasure never ceases to amaze me."
The Employee Charity Challenge is a flagship event for Sterling Federal Bank, showcasing the bank’s commitment to corporate social responsibility. As reported by Shaw Local, the bank’s employees play a vital role in selecting the charities that receive funding, ensuring that the bank’s philanthropic efforts are targeted and effective.
The winners of the eighth annual Employee Charity Challenge are a testament to the bank’s dedication to supporting local causes. Serenity Hospice & Home, Sauk Valley Community College’s Impact Program, and Gaffey Home Care – Hospice Foundation are just a few examples of the organisations that will benefit from the bank’s generosity. As Shaw Local reports, the bank’s philanthropic efforts will have a lasting impact on the community, and the Employee Charity Challenge will continue to be a highlight of the bank’s annual calendar.
The charitable organisations that received funding will undoubtedly benefit from the bank’s generosity, and the community will reap the rewards of the bank’s commitment to giving back. As reported by Shaw Local, the Employee Charity Challenge is a shining example of the bank’s dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of local residents.
