Local Peoples Bank associates recently presented a check representing a $5,000.00 donation to Mountaineer Food Bank based in Gassaway on behalf of the financial institution’s “Jeans for Hunger” program.
“Every Friday, Peoples Bank associates wear jeans and donate a portion of each paycheck to support local non-profit organizations that strive to end hunger in our communities,” explained a Peoples representative.
Since the “Jeans for Hunger” program began in April 2020, Peoples Bank associates have donated $654,518 to local food banks and pantries.