Two Bluffton banks stepped up and assisted the Bluffton, Beaverdam and Richland Township United Way in a very significant way, according to Neil Reichenbach. United Way treasurer.

He told The Icon, “The United Way of Bluffton, Beaverdam, and Richland Township would like to give a big thank you to Citizens National Bank and First National Bank for helping toward our national United Way dues.”

Reichenbach said that each bank donated $500.  For the 2015-2016 campaign year, the national dues increased from $500 to $1,500.

Once the dues are paid, all other money raised stays local to help organizations like:
• Bluffton Hospital Auxiliary
• American Red Cross
• Bluffton Community Preschool
• Bluffton Senior Center
• Bluffton Child Development Center
• Bluffton Family Recreation
• Boy Scouts of American
• Girl Scouts of Western Ohio
• Weekday Christian Education
• Bluffton Community Assistance Corp

“Our 2015-2016 campaign is currently at 92 percent,” he added.

Persons wanting to contribution to the local United Way, may stop by Citizens National Bank.

“You can also ask your employer about payroll deduction,” said Reichenbach.