First Bank Awards Grant to Marathon City 2020 LTD’s The Power of Community Campaign

First Bank Financial Centre has contributed $500 to the Marathon City 2020 LTD’s The Power of Community Campaign benefiting the Heritage Center and building project.

First Bank is a community bank that has 14 locations throughout southeast Wisconsin. Open since 1859, First Bank makes it a priority to give back to their customers and the communities they serve through charitable giving and volunteer opportunities. Marathon City 2020 was eligible for the grant because Connie Frieders, a loan officer with First Bank, applied for a grant on behalf of Marathon City 2020 LTD earlier this year. Frieders presented Marathon City 2020 with the $500 check in June.

The contribution from First Bank supports Marathon City 2020’s efforts to raise funds for The Power of Community Campaign. Marathon City 2020 plans to transform the worn-out parking lot and abandoned bank drive-thru on the Heritage Center property into an environmentally friendly and inviting greenspace. This “pocket park” will feature a covered stage, raised planting beds with built-in seating, a transitional area for additional seating or entertainment, bike racks and more so it can serve as a multifunctional place for education, relaxation, entertainment, and cultural attractions. To date, MC2020 has corrected issues with the Heritage Center's front cornice and will be installing a new sign in July.

Edee Zuleger, president of Marathon City 2020 Ltd., encourages community members to donate online and show their spirit for Power of Community Campaign. The campaign is $20,000 short of its goal of $57,000 before construction can begin in 2018. Anticipated completion for the project is late summer so a grand opening can be scheduled by Labor Day weekend 2018 during the annual Fun Days community-wide event.

Contributions to Marathon City 2020 Ltd. (TIN: 47-5638829) are tax deductible as charitable nonprofit contributions under code section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. To donate online, visit their website at www.marathoncity2020.com. Donations can also be payable to the Marathon City 2020 and mailed to: Marathon City 2020 Ltd., PO Box 423, Marathon, WI 54448.