L to R: Brian Flach (First National Bank of Waterloo), Officer Ashley Ruholl (Effingham Police Department), Hannah Hedden (FNBW), Officer Jeremy Kyle (EPD), Officer Justin Quandt (EPD), Officer Cody Hartke (EPD), Jeff Bloemker (FNBW)
Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The Effingham banking team at First National Bank of Waterloo recently dropped off a check at the Effingham Police Department to support the 2026 Shop-With-A-Cop Program.
This is the thirty-third year for the program as coordinated by the Effingham Police Department. Estimates indicate over one thousand kids have been affected by the effort over the years. Ninety children were accommodated this past Christmas season.
First National Bank of Waterloo Market President Jeff Bloemker commented, “This is a great holiday tradition in the Effingham community and we’re honored to offer support. We know the connection between Effingham youth and local law enforcement is critical.”
To offer support or get more information about the Shop-With-A-Cop Program contact: Detective Matt Hoelscher of the Effingham Police Department at 217-347-0774 or email mhoelscher@effinghamil.com.
First National Bank of Waterloo has over $900 million in total assets and 16 banking centers in Central and Southern Illinois. In addition to Effingham, the bank has branches in Collinsville, Columbia, Dupo, Marissa, Maryville, Millstadt, New Athens, O’Fallon, St. Libory, Smithton, Swansea, Waterloo, and Stewardson.
More information about First National Bank of Waterloo can be found at fnbwaterloo.bank or by calling 217-342-3200.
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