U.S. Bank Foundation supports local communities with $16.5 million in grants

“When I visited Great Falls, Montana, for the first time and met with the to talk about the work it does, it felt like it is creating that atmosphere that I had when I was growing up. Nonprofits like Great Falls Development Authority are needed in these rural areas because they drive economic development for those who have lived there for years and also create the atmosphere to bring new folks to beautiful areas across the country.”  Pam Maxwell, community affairs manager for rural California, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah and tribal areas

The U.S. Bank Foundation recently distributed more than $16.5 million in grants to 500-plus nonprofits, with plans to continue giving throughout the year. The Community Possible program, which includes giving and volunteerism, is designed to help create job opportunities, affordable housing and arts and cultural activities by supporting nonprofits in the communities the bank serves.