Northwest Bank in Estherville is proud to announce their $12,000 donation to Estherville Lincoln Central's Patrons of the Fine Arts Program, reinforcing the bank's ongoing commitment to the community and its future youth leaders. Northwest Bank employee, Yas Mata (left) presented the donation to representatives from the Estherville Lincoln Central Fine Arts teaching department, Patrons of the Fine Arts, and to students who participate in the program.

The Fine Arts Program offers a dynamic blend of drama, music, and art, providing students with opportunities to explore and develop their creative talents through acting, singing, playing instruments, and more.

Donation funds will be used to provide marching band students with access to professional clinicians and musicians, enhancing their musical skills, marching techniques, and competition readiness. Additionally, the funds will support student participation in camps and field trips designed to nurture their artistic, musical, and theatrical abilities while fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

Northwest Bank recognizes the positive impact that investing in youth has in shaping a bright future for students and the community. This contribution reflects Northwest Bank's dedication to providing opportunities for young people to explore their potential.

Northwest Bank is a $3.0 billion community bank that offers a full line of business, agricultural, mortgage, consumer deposit and lending services as well as wealth management and insurance services. Northwest Bank has offices located in Afton, Algona, Ames, Ankeny, Arnolds Park, Creston, Estherville, Fort Dodge, Humboldt, Le Mars, Milford, Shenandoah, Sioux Center, Sioux City, Spencer, Spirit Lake, West Des Moines, Iowa and Omaha and La Vista, Nebraska. Member FDIC.