Peoples Bank pledges $45k over 3 years to Bowling Green nonprofit

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) - Stuff the Bus Foundation of Southern Kentucky and Peoples Bank have announced a new partnership.

According to a media release, the community bank has committed to giving $15,000 annually for three years serving as the official bank partner for Stuff the Bus Foundation. Peoples Bank has also been recognized as a Community Champion Partner.

“At Peoples Bank, we believe strong communities start with strong support for children and families,” said Kevin Eagan, Peoples Bank Chief Marketing Officer, in a media release. “The Stuff the Bus Foundation has built a powerful mission around making sure students have what they need to start the school year—and succeed throughout the year. We are proud to support such an important organization for Southern Kentucky.”

Stuff the Bus Foundation continues to grow since it began in 2005 with an event to collect school supplies. Now, the foundation works to provide school supplies to classrooms, offers scholarships to students, and helps with food needs during weekends and holidays. It also provides grants to organizations with similar values, according to a media release.

“This partnership with Peoples Bank is exactly the kind of community support that helps us continue reaching children and families across Southern Kentucky,” said Savannah Denning, Stuff the Bus Foundation Executive Director. “Their three-year commitment gives us meaningful support as we continue working to level the playing field for students and make sure local resources stay right here in our communities.”