Huron Valley State Bank Employees Support the LaFontaine U CAN CER-VIVE Foundation

Employees at Huron Valley State Bank rallied to raise funds and awareness for the U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation. This foundation raises funds for cancer research to create a cancer-free world.  Employees wore jeans and a special shirt provided by LaFontaine on Friday, April 30th and made a personal donation to the foundation.  Total donations raised were $520.00.

“We are extremely grateful to Huron Valley State Bank and their passionate employees for not only raising money, but also awareness, for U CAN-CER VIVE,” said Kelley LaFontaine, Co-Founder, U CAN-CER VIVE. “These funds will go directly toward making a positive impact in the world of cancer, especially with research projects happening right in our great state of Michigan.”

In addition, employees were provided with lavender ribbon pins to show support for all cancers to wear on their shirts.  The pins were hand designed by Nancy Gomez.  Lastly, to demonstrate personal support towards cancer awareness, employees wore a color of choice that represents a cancer that has affected a loved one through wearing items such as socks, bandanas, and bracelets. 

U CAN-CER-VIVE was founded by siblings Ryan and Kelley LaFontaine.  The ongoing mission of the U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation is to provide vital funding and support for local cancer research grants.  The Foundation’s passion toward the fight against cancer stems from the heart and soul of the LaFontaine’s commitment to give back after experiencing the affliction of cancer. 

Once a month, Huron Valley State Bank holds a special Casual for a Cause Casual Friday.  This program allows employees to wear jeans in exchange for providing a donation for the designated charitable cause.  The causes are either for an individual in need or a large-scale community program.  The employees that organized the program are part of the bank’s marketing committee comprised of Nancy Gomez, Rebecca LeDuc, Sheri Miles and Eric Shubitowski. 

“With cancer being an illness that has affected most everyone, it feels good to see everyone at the bank come together and offer their support and unity for one another,” said Eric Shubitowski.