Bank Independent and the Helping Hands Foundation are proud to announce the launch of the 10th Annual Food Share Drive. The drive aims to combat food insecurity and provide support to local organizations across the seven counties served by the bank. 
The Food Share Drive will run from April 29 to May 17 during which time community members can make monetary donations and those donations will stay in your local communities through our partners. An Amazon Wishlist has also been set up for each partner and those items be shipped directly to them. To give monetarily or to see the Amazon Wishlist, please visit www.hhfal.org.
"Fighting food insecurity in our local community has long been a priority for Bank Independent," said Macke Mauldin, President and CEO of BancIndependent. "The charities we partner with provide essential assistance to families experiencing hardship. With the backing of our communities, these organizations can have a profound impact on improving the lives of those they support."
Bank Independent has a long-standing commitment to fighting hunger in the communities it serves. By partnering with local organizations, the bank ensures that the collected donations are distributed to families in need within their community. These partner organizations include the Help Center of Florence, Franklin County DHR, The Meal Barrel Project, Limestone County DHR, Limestone County DHR, Neighborhood Christian Center, Manna House in Huntsville and the Downtown Rescue Mission.
"Each year we come together as a community to collect food donations for local families in need,” Bank Independent Community Engagement Leader, Hallie Mauldin, said. “As little as a $5 donation can go a long way in helping our partners keep their shelves stocked with necessities. The money collected will be distributed through our local food bank partners, who work tirelessly to ensure that no family goes hungry.”
About Bank Independent
Since 1947, Bank Independent has taken pride in serving the customers who count on us to be there for them when they need us most. With 33 traditional Sales Offices across North Alabama, an on-campus Deshler Tiger Branch, and the Digital Sales Office, we’re committed to providing the best service, designing the most desired products, and creating an overall excellent experience for each and every customer. As a local community bank, we believe in building relationships that run deep and last. All our team members reside in our local communities and believe in giving back through volunteering. To become part of a bank that makes a positive difference in people’s lives, visit us at bibank.com.
About Helping Hands Foundation
Bank Independent's Helping Hands Program was founded in 2011 following the devastating April 27 tornado outbreak. The program has since grown into the Helping Hands Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors across the communities we serve. The foundation includes community involvement, team member volunteer initiatives, and annual share drives held throughout the year. For more information on the Helping Hands Foundation, visit us at www.hhfal.org.
