Health & Fitness
Liberty Bank Raises Funds for Niles Animal Shelter with Pet Photo Day Nov. 9
Dick Barton is a lifelong lover of dogs and supporter of several animal rescue organizations. Here he talks about a Niles shelter in need of immediate help and how one community bank is stepping up.
The outpouring of community support has been great for the Niles-based animal rescue organization which had its shelter destroyed when a school bus crashed into the building. Passersby, area residents and large organizations have stepped up to donate temporary space, money and time in the recovery effort.
Now add the community-minded Liberty Bank for Savings to the list of those trying to help. Even through Liberty doesn't have a Niles branch, the branches in Norwood and Park Ridge serve many Niles residents. Liberty will host a fundraising and adoption event next month at its main branch to benefit the shelter.
A professional photographer will be on hand to take free photos of area residents and their pets from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, November 9, 2013, at Liberty Bank for Savings, 2392 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago (Logan Square branch). The event will also raise much-needed funds for Wright-Way Animal Rescue of Niles.
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A Logan Square veterinarian, Dr. Dylan Frederick, will be available to answer questions or take a quick look at your pet. Wright-Way will have several dogs and cats at the event which will be available for adoption.
“Dog, cat, rabbit, whatever your pet, you are invited to bring it and your whole family to receive a professional portrait,” said William J. Smigiel, CEO of Liberty Bank. “If you have a pet related question, you’ll have a chance to ask Dr. Frederick.”
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Reservations are not required but owners must bring adequate equipment to manage their pets.
Liberty Bank’s origin dates back to 1898 when members of the Parish of All Saints Polish National Catholic Church on Chicago’s north side came together to form a mutual savings institution committed to "neighbors helping neighbors." The community commitment is more than an advertising slogan; it’s the legal framework behind its mutual charter. Unlike most financial institutions, the bank has no stockholders; profits are returned to account holders and re-invested in services.
During its 115-year history, Liberty Bank has weathered wars, depressions and stock market crashes to earn its ranking as one of the strongest banks in the country. To learn more about Liberty’s mortgage, savings and checking products, visit www.libertybank.com. You can also call 773-489-4458 for questions on the event.
