Bluffton, IN. — First Bank of Berne is proud to support the Bluffton Bengal Brigade with a charitable donation to help strengthen and sustain its marching band program and community presence.
The Bluffton Bengal Brigade provides students with opportunities to perform at community events, compete in regional marching band competitions, and grow as musicians, teammates, and leaders. Through dedication and hard work, the organization helps students develop discipline, creativity, and pride while representing their school and community.
This donation from First Bank of Berne will go toward re-wrapping and repairing the marching band trailer. The trailer serves as a visible representation of the Bengal Brigade when traveling to events and competitions, making its condition and appearance incredibly important to the organization and the students it supports.
Pictured at the check presentation were Bluffton Bengal Brigade students Tristan Ault, Autumn Beck, Rachel Belcher, Elijah Bendes, Otto Fiechter, Cal Grandlienard, Charley Hay, Levi Jennings, Luke Jennings, Cleyton Kenworthy, Marenna Krauskopf, Aiden Martin, Elijah McCollum, Kenneth Mercer, Landon Morphew, Camora Otero, Elizabeth Primo, Quinton Saige, Owen Sheets, Kairi VanHyfte, Aiden Wilfong, Nikki Williamson, Angie Sheets, Jenna Otero, Katie Hay, Rhine Wood, Band Booster Parents, and Evan Callow, Band Director. Representing First Bank of Berne were Jody Saige, CIO, Gina Hone, Bluffton Branch Manager, and Rory Antrim Business Banker
“We are proud to support the Bluffton Bengal Brigade and the meaningful experiences they provide for students,” said Gina Hon, Bluffton Branch Manager. “The marching band plays an important role in our community, and we’re honored to help ensure they continue to represent Bluffton with pride wherever they go.”
Community members interested in supporting the Bluffton Bengal Brigade may contact Band Director Evan Callow at ecallow@bhmsd.org or Band Booster President Jackie Dailey at bengalbrigadepresident@gmail.com to learn more about making a donation.