CHICAGO, April 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) announced the second recipient of its 2019 Community First Awards yesterday at its member meeting in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The awards recognize outstanding achievements of the FHLBank Chicago's member institutions and their local partners as they work together to strengthen their communities through affordable housing and economic development initiatives. Award winners select a nonprofit organization to receive up to $10,000. At its Green Bay, Wisconsin meeting, the FHLBank Chicago presented an award in the category of pioneer.
"Ms. Pavek puts her community first; her ongoing perseverance to improve the Antigo community is what makes her a true pioneer," said Suzi Thackston, FHLBank Chicago Community Investment Officer. "We are honored to celebrate the lasting impact Mary, the Antigo Housing Authority, and CoVantage Credit Union have made in Wisconsin."
"One of the most rewarding aspects of working with Mary was knowing that by helping her obtain funding to improve the Antigo Depot Apartment, we were helping her positively impact the lives of people living in our small community – and in particular a group who may otherwise have had less than desirable living conditions," said Stacy Bouche, SVP, Chief Mortgage Lending Officer, CoVantage Credit Union. "What a wonderful way to give back to those in need."
The FHLBank Chicago named the first Community First Award recipient on March 20, 2019, at its member meeting in O'Fallon, Illinois, and will announce the remaining 2019 awards today at its member meeting in Madison, Wisconsin.