Below are a sample of community organizations which we are proud to be a part of which improve the quality of life of residents in Putnam County and its surrounding counties.

Habitat for Humanity	Cabell, Lincoln and Putnam County 4-H Programs	Working In Our Schools
Community Cupboard	Religious Coalition for Community Renewal
Habitat for Humanity - Putnam and Kanawha Counties Putnam County Bank continues their financial support to the Habitat for Humanity in Kanawha and Putnam Counties in 2009.  For those unfamiliar, Habitat identifies families in need who have lived in substandard housing who wish to acquire adequate housing for their families.  Applicants must complete courses such as home repair, maintenance and money management (conducted by Habitat) and who commit to providing part of the labor, known as "sweat equity".  This allows those in need to acquire adequate housing for far less than what they could otherwise and that the money spent in rent can be used to apply to a home they could keep.  Habitat has been responsible for giving people an opportunity to improve their condition.  One example of this has been the improvement in scholastic test scores for children in Habitat families.  There is an obvious impact when good quality housing is provided for children. To learn more about Habitat for Humanity in Kanawha and Putnam Counties, please log-on to www.habitat.org and go to "Local Affiliates". Back to the top
Cabell, Lincoln and Putnam County 4-H Programs Putnam County Bank has been an avid supporter of the local 4-H Programs, especially the livestock sales and programs such as the annual Ham, Bacon and Egg Sales for Cabell and Lincoln County 4-H programs. We admire the dedication and hard work of leaders and participants in these programs. We would encourage everyone to come out and support the 4-H at the local county fairs, Fot the Putnam County Fair in Eleanor: http://www.putnamcountyfair-wv.com/ For the Cabell County Fair in Milton http://www.cabellcountyfair.org/ Back to the top
Working in Our Schools Putnam County Bank continues to have a significant presence in our local schools.  As a leader in ensuring the well-being of our local communities, it is our obligation to be involved in our schools. Some of the projects in which we participate include Read-a-Loud programs in elementary schools, Junior Achievement programs in elementary, middle and high schools. In addition, many employees volunteer their time for Portfolio Expositions in area high schools.  Developed by the Putnam County Board of Education, these allow students to prepare for employment interviews and meet with community business people to simulate an employment interview.  Each student is evaluated with strengths and weaknesses documented for their improvement.  This has been a highly successful program because of the participation of the business community. This year, Putnam County Bank, along with other area banks, participated in a business education program in cooperation with the Putnam County Board of Education, the Putnam County Library and the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce.  The program culminated in a Business Symposium held in January at the Board of Education office in Winfield. Many of our employees are involved in school programs through their children and volunteer many hours to help the schools. Likewise, the Bank continues to financially support schools through their sports teams, bands, show choirs and yearbook groups as well as academic awards, perfect attendance and county spelling bee contests. Back to the top
Community Cupboard  An important ministry in our local community is the work of the Community Cupboard.  Located near Forrest Burdette United Methodist Chirch in Hurricane, the Cupboard brings all area churches together to provide food to those in need. Putnam County Bank support of the Cupboard includes collecting cash donations at all offices as well as donations of food.  The Bank financially matches food donations with a cash donation.  A casual day is provided to employees who donate to the Cupboard the first Friday of each month. Putnam County Bank is proud of  its employees' generosity in such a worthwhile program. Back to the top Religious Coalition for Community Renewal There is no better description of the work of the Religious Coalition for Community Renewal than its motto:"Turning Hope into Homes".  This organization receives its support from over 39 various faith-based religious organizations and a volunteer board.  The organization provides various programs such as Jubilee Housing, Smith Street Station and Samaritan Inn.  Through these programs, those who could not afford safe housing are given the opportunity.  RCCR provides a variety of programs such as homeownership counseling, home repair, foreclosure prevention and services for the homeless. RCCR's target population are clients living in Kanawha, Boone, Putnam and Fayette counties who are at 80% or below of the area median income. Financial support for the work of RCCR comes from local individuals and businesses as well as federal and state support. In 2009, Putnam County Bank continues in its commitment to RCCR, both financially and with employee support for programs.  Employees of Putnam County Bank have volunteered to assist RCCR in financial training classes.   These classes are required for applicants to qualify for government subsidized mortgage programs and help prepare the applicant for the challenges of homeownership.  This gives appllicant the opportunity to talk to bankers and receive advice on personal finance. For more information about RCCR, please call 304-346-6398 or logon to http://www.rccr.org/index.php?nav=home Back to the top