Berne, Ind.-based First Bank of Berne donated $6,000 to four organizations in May..$3,000 to Youth for Christ to support its campus life program, which engages middle and high school students through meetings, trips and events. “We’re honored to support Youth for Christ and the important work they’re doing in our schools and communities,” said First Bank of Berne Bluffton Branch Manager Gina Hon. “Investing in our youth today helps shape strong, compassionate leaders for tomorrow.”$1,000 to Main Street Van Wert, Ohio, to help promote and preserve the downtown district through initiatives such as downtown beautification, community events and partnerships. $1,000 to the South Adams Athletic Department to help sponsor the annual Swiss Days Race during the city’s Swiss Days celebration. “Swiss Days is such a meaningful event in our town, and the race is always a favorite,” said First Bank of Berne Branch Manager Kaitlyn Roby. “We’re proud to support something that gets people moving and brings so many members of the community together.”$1,000 to the West Jay Community Center for its gym floor remodeling work. “We’re honored to support the West Jay Community Center as they continue their efforts to strengthen and unify our community,” said Portland (Ind.) Branch Manager Tracy Carpenter. “This gym floor remodel is more than a renovation — it’s an investment in the well-being and future of Jay County.”
