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Bank of America contributes more than $420,000 in Amarillo during year of 2023
As part of its dedication to support growth within the community, Bank of America contributed a total of $423,229 to local nonprofit organizations across Amarillo in 2023. According to a news release, these philanthropic grants, sponsorships, employee contributions and company-matched donations supported economic mobility and addressed education, food supply and workforce disparities in the region.
Among several other nonprofit groups impacted by these donations, Family Support Services received a grant and leadership training as part of the Neighborhood Champion program for their work to increase access to adequate education and advance economic mobility by equipping underserved communities and individuals with the support and resources necessary to achieve healthy lifestyles.
“Many of our teammates grew up in the Amarillo area and have worked together for more than 25 years. At Bank of America, we are proud of the increasing level of financial and volunteer support we have been able to provide our hometown, always aligning to the evolving needs of our neighbors,” said Ashley Allen, president of Bank of America Amarillo in the release.
Organizations that received grants in 2023 include Amarillo Area CASA, Amarillo Habitat for Humanity, Amarillo Wesley Community Center, Downtown Women's Center, Faith City Inc., Family Support Services of Amarillo, High Plains Food Bank, Heal the City Free Clinic, Snack Pak 4 Kids, The Maverick Boys and Girls Club of Amarillo and The United Way of Amarillo.
Amarillo-area bank employees also donated furniture to Heal the City Free Clinic and Amarillo Area Foundation as well as their time, logging more than 1,238 volunteer hours over the course of the year.
"Bank of America’s efforts throughout 2023 speak to its dedication to our community and its commitment to service. The generous donations and acts of community service support individuals and organizations within our community create opportunities and expand resources to residents in need," the release states.
New employment perk for WT staff will benefit region
CANYON — A new benefit for West Texas A&M University (WT) staff members will offer employees the chance to make an impact on their community. According to a Jan. 2 memo from WT President Walter V. Wendler, all full-time, non-faculty staff members will be allowed eight hours a year for a service day off, WT announced this week.
Staff may volunteer for nonprofit organizations or for community relief efforts in the region. The leave, with approval from the employee’s direct supervisor, can be taken as one eight-hour day or in two four-hour increments. The new benefit was suggested by the WT Staff Council.