Prevail Bank awards $47k to 20 Wisconsin nonprofits

Medford, Wis.-based Prevail Bank distributed $47,000 in charitable contributions to 20 local nonprofits, supporting projects ranging from literacy and housing to food security, veteran services and youth programs..“Community is at the heart of everything we do,” said Prevail Bank President and CEO Nathan Quinnell. “As a community bank, our mission goes beyond banking — we’re committed to making a difference and helping our communities thrive.”The grants support:Wausau Free Clinic — $5,000 for equipment to expand free eyecare services for uninsured patients.Central Wisconsin Habitat for Humanity in Stevens Point — $5,000 for the Rock the Block home-repair program.City of Owen — $5,000 to refurbish a 3-mile bike path used by students, residents and visitors.Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corp. — $5,000 to support entrepreneurs across seven counties.VFW Post 5729 in Medford — $4,000 for a building project.School District of Baraboo — $3,000 for its Thunderbird Reads literacy program.Blessings in a Backpack in Wausau — $2,500 to provide weekend meals for 1,800 students.Hope Hospice & Palliative Care in Medford — $2,500 toward a building project supporting end-of-life care.Altrusa International of Marshfield — $2,000 for a children’s book vending machine at Marshfield Children’s Hospital.Eau Claire Sober Living — $2,000 for kitchen appliances at a new men’s sober home.Junior Achievement — Northwest in Eau Claire — $2,000 for youth financial literacy and career-readiness programs.Operation Horses Heal in Westboro — $1,500 for land to expand equine therapy for veterans.Rescued & Redeemed in Eau Claire — $1,500 to sponsor services for a sex-trafficking survivor.Bannach Elementary School in Stevens Point — $1,000 for playground equipment.Blake Matthew Mindful Memorial Foundation in Reedsburg — $1,000 for mental-health service vouchers.Central Wisconsin Catch-A-Ride in Marshfield — $1,000 to support transportation services for vulnerable residents.Pathway Home of South Central Wisconsin in Baraboo — $1,000 for motel vouchers for individuals experiencing homelessness.Stepping Stones in Medford — $1,000 to support domestic abuse and sexual assault services.Sleep in Heavenly Peace in Portage — $500 to build and deliver beds for children in need.Ruby’s Pantry in Wisconsin Rapids — $500 to help provide turkeys to 400 families.Prevail Bank’s charitable contributions program is intended to prioritize nonprofits serving low- to moderate-income individuals, strengthen local economies, improve financial education and enhance quality of life within its service areas.