Community Involvement

The entire staff at Reliance Bank takes great pride in being involved in many community initiatives.  This is often done in a variety of ways bringing fun and awareness to the many causes we support. Before Reliance Bank opened its doors for business, Riley, the reliable Saint Bernard, was born. Riley was first introduced at the 2007 Chamber Business Expo and has since been involved with the staff in many community events.

On May 25, 2011, Reliance Bank hosted a picnic to celebrate the success of the Basic Blessings Backpack program. It was our opportunity to recognize those in the Community who chose to help with the program.

   

Despite the wet weather this spring, the staff decided to dig and plant a raingarden on our south lawn.  The raingarden will help to reduce stormwater runoff that can carry pollutants into our waterways.   

Reliance Bank sponsored the 2010 summer musical “Cinderella” at the Paradise Center for the Arts.  Bank customers had the opportunity to attend the dress rehearsal performance as our guests.  Riley helped to promote the event by strolling the downtown area with Cinderella for pictures and autographs.

 
 April 22, 2011 was our Easter theme  day complete with bonnets.  Prizes and  treats were available to all who stopped  by.  Future theme days are being planned so watch for more details.

Reliance Bank is involved in our community in many other ways. Each year since the bank opened, an employee has been involved in the Faribault Future leadership program. This program identifies emerging leaders to develop and broaden their knowledge of the community and inspire them to become leaders within Faribault.

The staff of Reliance Bank also supports many fundraising campaigns and is proud to be a part of community organizations such as United Way, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Ruth’s House, Rotary and Sertoma.  

In 2010, Reliance Bank employees began the Basic Blessings program. This program targets the basic needs of the children of our community. Please read the featured article on our home page to find out more about this program and how you can help. 

Thanks for allowing us to help make our community a better place to live and work.