Last week, Hospice of the Calumet Area Development Director Joan McInerney was delighted to open her email and read a surprise message from Peoples Bank.
Chairperson for Peoples Bank’s Community First Committee Sarah Ricciardi contacted Joan with wonderful news calling their work “inspiring.” Peoples' employee philanthropic committee coordinates fundraisers throughout the year and distributes the funds at the end of the year to a non-profit of choice.
“We are grateful for the work that Hospice of the Calumet Area does in our community,” said Ricciardi, Peoples Bank’s Community First chairperson. “I know this is a small testament to the big stuff you guys do but we are happy to have you as a partner and look forward to the future with you.”
Several Community First committee members were in attendance to present the $1,500 check to Hospice of the Calumet Area Development Director Joan McInerney and CEO Adrianne May.
“We are so grateful, and I think it’s even more meaningful when it’s from the staff,” said May, HCA CEO. “You guys choosing to support us means a lot to us and our staff. What keeps us going is when we know people like you are out there supporting our team and our work.”
Cutline: Peoples Bank Community First Committee members present a check to Hospice of the Calumet Area CEO Adrianne May and Development Director Joan McInerney, holding check from left to right.
Photo: Damian Rico
