Branson Bank Raises Over $34,000 for CAM Food Pantries In January, Branson Bank presented a check for $15,000 to Michele Dean, executive director of Christian Action Ministries (CAM), in support of CAM’s efforts to combat food insecurity in the Ozark Mountain Region. Between online and in-person donations and a $15,000 match from Branson Bank, the bank’s “Heartfelt Deposits” campaign raised a total of $34,614.71. Branson Bank launched the Heartfelt Deposits fundraiser last November, enlisting the community to help raise money for CAM food pantries. Every dollar donated would be matched by Branson Bank up to $10,000. The campaign was the bank’s response to local food insecurity resulting from the government shutdown and subsequent lack of SNAP benefits. “When SNAP benefits were interrupted, Branson Bank showed what it truly means to be a community partner,” said Michele Dean. “Their matching funds helped bridge a critical gap, while advocating for our neighbors and helping raise awareness about food insecurity in our community.” When the $10,000 match limit was met in the first week of December, Branson Bank didn’t hesitate to raise it to $15,000. “After only a few weeks, our neighbors met our challenge … so we raised the bar,” said Bill Jones, CEO of Branson Bank. “2025 has been a year of celebration for us at the bank. On March 22, we celebrated our 25-year milestone, and through hard work, continued growth and standing firm in our values, we were able to end the year by helping meet the needs of our community with this contribution to CAM. We are so thankful to those who supported the Heartfelt Deposits initiative.” CAM partners with Ozarks Food Harvest to provide nutritious food through two food pantries in Branson and Forsyth, as well as mobile distribution sites across Taney and Stone Counties. Michele Dean added, “The funds raised through Heartfelt Deposits will help us provide over 100,000 meals to our community by utilizing resources through Ozarks Food Harvest. We are sincerely thankful for Branson Bank’s leadership and generosity.” Welcome New Associate Member Northwestern Mutual (573) 235-7578 | www.northwesternmutual.com Northwestern Mutual provides financial planning solutions focused on risk management, retirement planning and long-term financial security. With a commitment to building trusted relationships and helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals, Northwestern Mutual is a valued partner to community banks and the clients they serve. BANCMAC COMMUNITY BANC MORTGAGE CORP. YOUR COMMUNITY BANK MORTGAGE PARTNER bancmac.com mortgages@bancmac.com 888.821.7729 | NMLS# 571147 BancMac provides correspondent and wholesale lending and is your Community Bank Mortgage Partner to help your financial institution originate fixed-rate secondary market loans including: PROGRAMS • Conventional Loans • USDA Rural Development Loans • Rural Living (Hobby Farm) Loans • VA Loans • Jumbo Loans • FHA Loans OUR PARTNERS RECEIVE: • Superior Service & Competitive Pricing • No Minimum Volumes • Significant, Non-Interest Fee Income • Non-Solicit Protections & More The Show-Me Banker Magazine | 23
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