Heartland Bank presents Heart of Our Community Award

SHOREWOOD, IL – At the June 10th Chamber Business After Hours held at Heartland Bank and Trust Company in Shorewood, the bank presented their 2014 Heart of our Community award to one recipient.  This award was established to recognize local Shorewood residents who have stood out with their time and talent.  Nominations were submitted by peers in the Shorewood community.

Heartland Bank recognizes its responsibility extends beyond providing financial services to the communities we serve. “We strongly believe the ongoing success of a community involves good corporate citizenship and volunteerism”, stated Debi Cunningham, Vice President and Retail Support Manager. Nominations for the award were sought from local residents in the Shorewood area. This award was designed to recognize people who have done something extraordinary, touched someone by lending a helping hand or made a difference in someone’s life.

Reverend George A. Klima was recognized for his above and beyond religious contribution to the community.  This year marks his 45th year in ministry and his 35th year at Hope Lutheran Church.  Rev. Klima is also the Chaplain for the Fire Department and the Police Department.  He works with the Mayor on special memorial services in the village.  He has a heart for the people in Shorewood, and all people, and strives to serve the needs that they have.

The Heart of Our Community award was presented by Sandra Fleck, Market Leader of Heartland Bank and Trust Company. A check for $100 will be sent to the charity of Klima’s choice and the recipient received a personalized “Heart” award. 

“What a great way to top off our Business After Hours evening!  Presenting our Heart of Our Community award and recognizing this deserving person was absolutely my favorite part of the night, he is very deserving.  Service to our community is what Heartland Bank and Trust Company is all about,” stated Cunningham.