First Central State Bank will continue its tradition this month of Grilling for Charity fundraisers.
 
The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, at First Central State Bank’s Lincoln Way location. The proceeds collected from this fundraiser will benefit the Felix Adler Children’s Discovery Center, which offers an environment for families and children to explore through arts, culture and science at its downtown Clinton location.
 
First Central State Bank started the Grilling for Charity fundraisers in 2010. Since its inception, the events have raised tens of thousands of dollars to local non-profits. Last year, First Central State Bank raised more than $14,000 through its Grilling For Charity fundraisers.
 
The menu includes hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, chips, a drink and a dessert for a donation. Businesses and organizations interested in delivery, should call 563-242-2265 prior to 4 p.m. Aug. 22.
 



First Central State Bank is a full-service financial institution with offices in DeWitt, LeClaire, Clinton, Goose Lake and Eldridge. First Central State Bank is a subsidiary bank of Ohnward Bancshares, Inc., a billion-dollar plus holding company with 18 financial offices in Eastern Iowa, also including Maquoketa State Bank with offices in Maquoketa, Andrew, and Preston; and Ohnward Bank & Trust with offices Cedar Rapids, Marion, Monticello, Cascade, Central City, and Baldwin. Trust services are offered through all banking offices under the Ohnward banner, which includes Ohnward Insurance Group, Central Realty, Ohnward Financial Advisor Services, Ohnward Farm Management, Ohnward Tax, Accounting and Business Services, Vosler Investment Group and Ohnward Wealth & Retirement.
 
Ohnward Bancshares, Inc., has assets of $1.5 Billion, capital of $150 Million and employs over 260 full and part time employees.  Ohnward is locally owned by shareholders living primarily in Jackson, Clinton, Scott, Jones, and Linn Counties. Bank management’s focus continues to be helping clients and communities grow and prosper.  The banks and ancillary businesses have a strong record of community and economic development, and educational and cultural support within the markets they serve.