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Thousands of Toys Donated Through Bank Independent’s Annual Toy Share Drive

Bank Independent’s annual Toy Share Drive collected 2,924 toys and raised $2,763.99 in cash during the 2025 campaign, with donations distributed to children in need across North Alabama through partner organizations. Toy Share is the final of four annual Share Drives organized by Bank Independent and administered through the Helping Hands Foundation as part of […]

Toy Share Drive Kicks Off Nov. 3 to Support North Alabama Children

The Helping Hands Foundation and Bank Independent will kick off the 15th annual Toy Share drive on Monday, November 3rd for area children. Between November 3 and November 28, the Bank will accept donations of new, unwrapped toys at all Bank Independent locations. You can also donate monetarily through PayPal. All items will be distributed […]

Bank Independent’s Hallie Mauldin Appointed Culture and Engagement Officer

Bank Independent has appointed Hallie Mauldin as its Culture and Engagement Officer, a newly created position focused on team member engagement and organizational culture. Mauldin will lead initiatives that enhance team member experience and engagement across the organization. She most recently served as Community Engagement Officer and has been instrumental in advancing college partnerships, career […]

Bank Independent names DeMarco McClain Area President for Madison County

Bank Independent has announced the promotion of DeMarco McClain to Area President for Madison County. “DeMarco’s leadership, deep knowledge of the market, and commitment to our mission make him the ideal leader to continue building our presence in Madison County,” said Rick Wardlaw, CEO of Bank Independent. “He has earned the trust of his team, […]

Bank Independent and Helping Hands Foundation celebrate success of 10th Annual Food Share Drive

Bank Independent and the Helping Hands Foundation announced the successful conclusion of their 10th Annual Food Share Drive. With support from the north Alabama community, the drive raised $1,000 for each partner organization and delivered over 300 items directly to them. “We are immensely proud of the success of the 10th Annual Food Share Drive […]

Bank Independent launches 10th annual food share

Bank Independent and the Helping Hands Foundation has announced the launch of the 10th Annual Food Share Drive. The drive aims to combat food insecurity and provide support to local organizations across the seven counties served by the bank. The Food Share Drive will run from April 29 to May 17 during which time community […]

Bank Independent announces 2023 Toy Drive record results

The 13th annual Bank Independent Toy Share Drive collected 3,517 toys and $2,519.16 in cash between November 6th and December 8th. All donations were distributed to local children in need through partner organizations across North Alabama in time for the holidays. Toy Share is the last of four annual Share drives hosted by Bank Independent […]