Building Stronger Communities in Abbotsford and Athens
The AbbyBank Foundation, Inc. recently awarded grants to three local organizations in the Abbotsford and Athens areas as part of its Fall 2025 grant cycle. Recipients include the Abbotsford Girls Cross Country Team, St. Anthony de Padua Catholic School, and Trinity Lutheran Church.
The Abbotsford Girls Cross Country Team received a $500 donation to help cover the cost of a new team tent. The tent will provide much-needed shelter for student-athletes during cross-country and track meets, ensuring protection from rain, wind, and sun throughout Wisconsin’s unpredictable weather.
“This tent is more than equipment—it’s a long-term investment in our student-athletes,” said Dillon Novak, Head Girls Cross Country Coach. “It will benefit both our cross country and track programs for years to come, and we are grateful to the AbbyBank Foundation for stepping in to support our students.”
St. Anthony de Padua Catholic School in Athens received a $1,000 grant to help install fencing around the school’s playground. The new fencing will create a safer play environment by clearly defining the area and enhancing security during outdoor activities.
“Safety is a top priority for every school, and we’re proud to help St. Anthony de Padua Catholic School provide a secure and welcoming space for their students to play,” said Vicki Halopka, Compliance Officer / CRA Officer at AbbyBank.
Trinity Lutheran Church in Athens was awarded a $2,000 grant to support the purchase of outdoor tables and benches. The new seating will provide a welcoming place for community members to gather, relax, and enjoy fair food and other outdoor events.
“Creating spaces that bring people together strengthens the sense of community we all value,” Halopka added. “We’re proud to support Trinity Lutheran Church and their efforts to make the fair experience more welcoming for everyone.”
The AbbyBank Foundation was formed in 1986 as a private charitable foundation of AbbyBank, which has contributed over $1,826,300 to the foundation. Since 1986, the foundation has made donations to Abbotsford, Appleton, Gresham, Medford, Shawano, Wausau, Weston, and neighboring area organizations totaling over $1,413,830.91.
For more information regarding AbbyBank and its charitable foundation, visit www.abbybank.com, call 715-223-2345, or stop at one of our locations in Abbotsford, Appleton, Gresham, Medford, Shawano, Wausau, Weston, or Withee.