INA, Ill. (April 11, 2024) – Legence Bank, a community-focused financial institution, proudly sponsored the 33rd Annual Rend Lake College Foundation Scholarship Dinner, contributing $5,000 towards scholarships and event support. This generous donation will directly benefit two exceptional RLC students, Brockton Miller and Madison Shephard, by providing them with scholarships that recognize their hard work, academic achievements and community service.
Legence Bank Sponsorship
Legence Bank presented a $5,000 check to support the Legence Bank Burt H. Rowe Memorial Scholarship, the Legence Bank Merit Scholarship, and sponsor the evening's event. FROM LEFT, are; Sydney Tucker – Branch Manager Mt. Vernon, Dustin Wilson – VP, Commercial Banker, RLC Executive Director of Administrative Services Cathy DeJarnette, Tricia Overturf – Vice President Marketing & Communications, Laura Small – Branch Manager Benton/Johnston City, RLCF Board Vice Chairperson Mary Ellen Aiken, and RLC President Terry Wilkerson.
RLCF's Scholarship Reception is an annual event that celebrates the achievements of students and the generosity of their supporters. It serves as a way for them to network and socialize, and strengthens connections within the RLC community. This year's reception featured Miller as the keynote speaker.
Scholarship recipient Brockton Miller delivers a keynote speech at Rend Lake College's 33rd Annual Foundation Scholarship Reception. The event celebrates the transformative power of scholarships on education and the future.
Cathy DeJarnette, Executive Director of Administrative Services at RLC, expressed gratitude for Legence Bank's sponsorship and commitment to education. "We are really thankful for Legence Bank. They have generously supported our scholarship program. They've shown a strong commitment to education in Southern Illinois that I hope inspires others and I know is making a difference in the lives of Brock and Madison."
Legence Bank Burt H. Rowe Jr. Memorial
Legence Bank Merit Memorial
Students Brockton Miller (Rowe Memorial) and Madison Shephard (Merit) with Legence Bank representatives, L-R, Laura Small, Jessica Grinnell, Tricia Overturf, Dustin Wilson and Sydney Tucker
Miller, 19, of Thompsonville, is a business major. Shephard, 20, of Mt. Vernon, is majoring in Culinary Arts. They have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their studies and community involvement.
Kevin Beckemeyer, President and CEO of Legence Bank, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership. "Legence Bank believes strongly in the power of education and the importance of supporting our local communities. We are honored to contribute to the futures of Brockton and Madison through these scholarships and to play a role in the success of the Rend Lake College Foundation Scholarship event. It's a privilege to see the direct impact of our support on the lives of these hardworking students."
For more information about the Rend Lake College Foundation and its scholarship program, please visit the Rend Lake College Foundation website.
About Legence Bank: Legence Bank, headquartered in Eldorado, Illinois, is a community bank dedicated to providing personalized financial solutions and supporting the communities it serves. With a strong commitment to customer service and community development, Legence Bank offers a wide range of banking services designed to help individuals and businesses thrive.
About Rend Lake College Foundation: The Rend Lake College Foundation is committed to supporting Rend Lake College and its students through scholarships and other financial assistance. By connecting donors with the needs of students and the college, the Foundation enhances the quality of an RLC education and expands opportunities for RLC students. Each year, hundreds of scholarships are awarded to deserving RLC students. The application for 2024-25 scholarships is open through June.
RLCF Contact: Rend Lake College Foundation, 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846 Phone: 618-437-5321 Ext. 1214 Email: foundation@rlc.edu
