Edwardsville, IL – Local Catholic grade school students were excited to pose with a giant check for $50,000 donated by TheBANK of Edwardsville to Father McGivney Catholic High School on Wednesday.  Megan McClard of St. Mary’s in Edwardsville and Sam Wilson of Ss. Peter and Paul in Collinsville will be in the first Freshman and Sophomore classes at McGivney when it opens in 2011.

“We truly appreciate the support of TheBANK of Edwardsville in this project,” said Doug Villhard, President of the McGivney Board of Directors, “It is a very generous donation and we’re proud to have the endorsement of such a well-recognized business in our community.”

“TheBANK prides itself on being a locally owned community bank and we understand that by supporting quality education throughout our service area we are contributing to the outstanding quality of life we all share,” added Tom Holloway, president of TheBANK of Edwardsville.  “TheBANK continually looks for opportunities to give back to the community and there is no greater cause than furthering the education of the children in this area.”

“Our campaign is building momentum,” said Maureen Wangard, Capital Campaign Chairperson, “We’re counting on the support of area businesses as well as the generosity of our local Catholic community.  TheBANK of Edwardsville’s donation shows their dedication not only to Father McGivney Catholic High School, but also to the growth and progress of our community.”

Father McGivney Catholic High School was started by a group of southern Madison County Catholic parents who want a well-rounded, faith-based, fully accredited, academically excellent education for their children.  The high school is named in honor of the Venerable Father Michael McGivney, an American parish priest and founder of the Knights of Columbus.  To learn more about Father McGivney Catholic High School or make a donation to the campaign, visit www.frmcgivneyhs.com.

Contact: Doug Villhard, President, Father McGivney Catholic High School Board of Directors 618-531-6167 or doug@secondstreetmedia.com.