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Arvest Foundation to Present $10,000 Grant to Carver Birthplace Association
WHAT:
Arvest Bank associates will present the George Washington Carver Birthplace Association a $10,000 grant on behalf of the Arvest Foundation this Friday during the Brewing Business Coffee meeting hosted by the Neosho Area Chamber of Commerce. The grant presentation coincides with Carver Day 2024, which takes place July 13.
WHEN:
Friday, July 12, 2024
8:00 a.m.
WHERE:
WHO:Newton County Fairgrounds - Brewing Business Coffee
700 Field Ave., Neosho, Mo.
Those planning to be in attendance and available for interview are:- Lana Henry, president of the Carver Birthplace Association
- Rebecca Dunham, sales manager at Arvest Bank - Joplin region
- Cinthya Allen, Arvest Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer
BACKGROUND:
PHOTO / VIDEO OPPORTUNITY:The Arvest Foundation grant will support the Carver Birthplace Association’s fundraising efforts to complete the interior restoration of the “1872 Neosho Colored School.” The school was listed in the National Register in 2017 for its association with George Washington Carver, the important role the school played in African American education in Neosho, and its significance in African American ethnic heritage.
Arvest associates presenting Carver Birthplace Association members with ceremonial check.
About the Arvest Foundation
The Arvest Foundation seeks to provide funding to grantees who are actively working to create positive change for others. Major areas of focus include: K-12 education, economic development, and enhancing the quality of life throughout the Arvest footprint. Learn more at arvest.com/foundation.
Contact:
Tara Muck
479-420-8989
tmuck@arvest.comArvest Bank
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