HOMEBANK, Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines award $322,000 to Missouri nonprofits
HOMEBANK, in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), is pleased to announce that 12 nonprofit organizations in Missouri HOMEBANK communities will receive $322,000 in grants from the Member Impact Fund. Recipients meet criteria set by FHLB Des Moines to provide affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, food banks, and youth services to their communities. They were nominated by, and the grants partially funded by, HOMEBANK.
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System in Hannibal, MO is the largest local recipient, receiving a $160,000 grant to purchase a new linear accelerator and building upgrades to the Cary Cancer Center in Hannibal as well as constructing a new state-of the-art cancer center in Kirksville MO.
Presser Arts Center in Mexico, MO, received $18,000 to fund its youth summer program and the Arts for All Abilities program that provides experiences for adults with development and physical disabilities.
Centralia (MO) Ministerial Alliance, a partnership of multiple Centralia churches, received $10,000 to assist residents with monthly bills, such as utilities, groceries, medication and emergency expenses.
Centralia (MO) Area Senior Citizen Association received $10,000 to upgrade kitchen equipment and the parking lot so they can continue to provide homecooked meals for the senior community.
Society of St. Vincent De Paul at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in O’Fallon, MO, received $10,000 to assist low-income clients with rent/mortgage payments and utilities bills.
Society of St. Vincent De Paul at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Dardenne Prairie, MO received $10,000 to purchase an HVAC unit that would provide temperature control for its food pantry.
Baring (MO) Community Senior Housing Inc., a 16-unit low-income senior housing complex, received $54,000 to continue efforts to recover and rebuild structures following severe tornado damage in 2023.
Annes’s Anchor in Bowling Green, MO, a nonprofit maternity home serving women who are experiencing homelessness, housing instability or other life challenges, received $10,000 to establish a children’s resale store to provide affordable everyday necessities and create meaningful workforce development opportunities for mothers.
The Bowling Green (MO) R-1 Education Foundation received $10,000 to cover teacher grants, student academic and leadership programs, and enhanced educational experiences not otherwise possible through traditional funding.
Chapel of the Lake of Lake Saint Louis, MO, received $10,000 to support its food pantry and Operation Backpack program for local students at the Wentzville R-7 School District.
The St. Charles, MO, Economic Development Center received $10,000 to support its Small Business Counselor program and its business incubator facility. Both initiatives are designed to attract, retain and assist small business.
The American Cricket Academy and Club of Dardenne Prairie, MO received $10,000 to purchase supplies for its food security, drive logistics and veteran and healthcare support outreach programs.
Since its launch in 2023, the Member Impact Fund has provided more than $83 million in grants from FHLB Des Moines, generating over $113 million in combined support. Every eligible application submitted to the program has received funding.
“The Member Impact Fund is designed to help our members champion the organizations that make a real difference in their communities,” said Kris Williams, president and CEO of FHLB Des Moines. “By partnering with our members, we’re able to multiply resources and support their vital work as they continue to strengthen opportunities for the people they serve.”
“We are thrilled to be able to support these local nonprofit organizations and the good work that they do,” said Will Konrad, HOMEBANK Chief Executive Officer. “We take pride in our relationship-based business model focused on building long-term trust with our community. After all, their success is our success.”