Northbrook Illinois – Centrust Bank is pleased to announce contributions to two local non-for-profit organizations to support increased needs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In a partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) of Chicago and its Targeted Impact Fund, a total of $35,000 has been contributed. In its role as a local community bank, Centrust provides financial services and support to its local communities as part of its mission. This is the second initiative sponsored by the FHLB in partnership with the Bank. In May 2020, the Bank made donations to organizations focused on food insecurity and domestic abuse where needs had initially risen because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The FHLB’s Targeted Impact Fund addresses the populations that have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Member banks had the option to provide funds to organizations that promote empowerment for communities of color, entities that provide affordable housing sustainability, minority, and women-owned small businesses. “We appreciate being able to partner with the FHLB again to support our local communities with additional funds needed to combat the numerous and ongoing challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic,” explained Chief Executive Officer Jim McMahon. “Our goal was to address the broad increased […]

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