First National Bank donates to local food pantries

Stacy Flagg, First National Bank
Wed, 03/14/2018 - 7:45am
Gathered for a check presentation at the Boothbay Region Food Pantry are Brenda Blackman, branch manager at First National Bank, and Tom Wilson of the Boothbay Region Food Pantry. Courtesy photo

    First National Bank recently announced that it has made donations totaling $15,000 to 21 food banks in bank’s market area.

    “First National Bank is grateful for the critical services that our food banks provide to our neighbors in need,” remarked Tony C. McKim, president and CEO. “As a Maine community bank, it is our goal to respond to the needs of these vital organizations that serve and help these families put food on the table.” 

    Boothbay Region Food Pantry, located at the Congregational Church in Boothbay Harbor, was a recipient of these funds. The pantry was formed in 1985, and serves over 4,800 individuals each year. They are open every Friday from noon to 2 p.m. and everyone is welcome. The pantry is always looking for more volunteers. For more information, call 207-350- 2962.

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