The St. Marys Area United Way proudly recognizes the employees of Hamlin Bank for their generous contributions to the 2024 United Way Campaign through the bank’s payroll deduction program. Becky Piccolo, Payroll Chair, along with Jim Ryan, United Way President; Doug Bauer, Vice President; and board members Mark Saline and Jason Gabler, extended their gratitude to the Hamlin Bank staff for their commitment to supporting the community.

Employees contributing regularly include Jesse DeWald, Karin Stong, Sophia McManus, Toni Harlan, Jon Peterson, and Casey Cousins. Hamlin Bank, established in 1863 as a state-chartered commercial bank, offers a wide range of financial and trust services. Located at its new address on Brusselles Street in downtown St. Marys, PA, Hamlin Bank is a new partner in the St. Marys Area United Way payroll program.

Hamlin Bank’s involvement is part of a growing trend of local businesses supporting the United Way through payroll deductions, with contributions ranging from $2 per paycheck to $500 or even $1,000 annually. This generosity, highlighted during the St. Marys Area United Way’s Corporate Campaign, reflects Hamlin Bank’s commitment to strengthening the community, and the bank hopes their participation will inspire others to join the cause.

Funds raised during the 2024 campaign will be distributed to local non-profits in 2025. Eligible organizations must meet the following criteria to apply for funding:

• Hold current 501(c)(3) status
• Serve residents within the St. Marys Area School District
• Address health and human welfare needs
• Be registered with the PA State Bureau of Charitable Solicitation or qualify for an exemption

Interested organizations can contact the St. Marys Area United Way at 814-781-6000 or visit www.smauw.org to request an application. The deadline for 2025 grant applications is December 15, 2024, with awards announced in 2025.

The success of the 2023 campaign enabled the United Way to support vital local organizations in 2024, including:

• Alcohol & Drug Abuse Services
• Boys & Girls Club of St. Marys
• Boy Scouts Bucktail Council
• CAPSEA
• Catholic Charities
• Dickinson Center’s Crossroad Program and St. Marys building project
• Elkland Search and Rescue
• Girl Scouts of Western Pennsylvania
• Guardian Angel Center
• Jay Township Fire Department
• St. Marys Public Library
• St. Marys Recreation and Parks
• St. Marys Area School District’s elementary library program
• Maintenance of the Eternal Flame on the Diamond in downtown St. Marys

Since 1925, the St. Marys Area United Way has been dedicated to enhancing the health and welfare of the community. Through the generosity of local businesses and individuals, the United Way continues to meet the financial needs of local non-profit agencies.

For more information on how to contribute as a corporate or individual donor, please contact the St. Marys Area United Way at 814-781-6000 or visit www.smauw.org.