DEFIANCE AREA FOUNDATION RECEIVES DONATION FROM PREMIER BANK

Pictured left to right: Chris Yoder, executive director, Defiance Area Foundation and Jim Williams, EVP, Northern Market President, Premier Bank

Premier Bank recently donated a check to the Defiance Area Foundation (DAF) for $10,000. This gift will be used to sponsor the 2025 formal gala event, to be held on October 4, 2025.

“Our gala is so much more than an elaborate dinner; it is a vital gathering that will fuel the Defiance Area Foundation’s mission to enhance, enrich encourage and support the Defiance County community,” explained Christine Yoder, Executive Director, Defiance Area Foundation. “Our gala is an opportunity for leaders, visionaries and philanthropists to come together, united by a shared commitment to make a difference. We are thankful for the support of our community partners like Premier Bank.

The Bank’s support significantly enhances the impact of our work.”

“We are proud to support the Defiance Area Foundation and their efforts to grow and expand the impact of the Foundation,” said Trish Gelsomino, Foundation Giving Coordinator, Premier Bank. “Together we can spread kindness and make Defiance County stronger!”

For more information regarding the Defiance Area Foundation, please call 419-782-3130 or visit DefianceAreaFoundation.org/gala*