BankWest Spearfish and FHLB, award $35,000 to Artemis House
BankWest, in partnership with FHLB Des Moines, is pleased to announce that the Artemis House has received $35,000 in grant funding from the Member Impact Fund.
BankWest Spearfish and FHLB, award $35,000 to Artemis House
BankWest, in partnership with FHLB Des Moines, is pleased to announce that the Artemis House has received $35,000 in grant funding from the Member Impact Fund.
BankWest, in partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), is pleased to announce that the Artemis House has received $35,000 in grant funding from the Member Impact Fund. This matching grant program will result in BankWest and FHLB Des Moines awarding $700,000 in funding to support affordable housing and community development in South Dakota communities.
“At BankWest, we believe strong communities are built by meeting people where they are and helping remove barriers that stand in the way of safety and stability,” said Casey Derflinger, Northern Hills Manager at BankWest. “Reliable transportation is critical for the individuals and families served by Artemis House, and we’re proud to partner with FHLB Des Moines to support an organization that provides compassionate, life‑changing assistance when it’s needed most.”
BankWest applied for and received matching grant funds for the Artemis House to be able to provide safe transportation to clients receiving services and assistance. The funds will be used to replace two aging agency vehicles. This will allow advocates to transport clients to appointments, counties to file protection orders, case proceedings, law enforcement, and medical appointments for sexual assault and other violence cases, and other agencies for additional services.
“This funding will have a meaningful and immediate impact on the clients we serve,” said Renae Servaty, Executive Director at Artemis House. “Many individuals seeking our services don’t have access to reliable transportation, and these new vehicles will help ensure they can safely get to appointments. We are grateful to BankWest and FHLB Des Moines for investing in the dignity, safety, and independence of those in our community.”
FHLB Des Moines provides funding solutions to more than 1,200 members to support mortgage lending, economic development and affordable housing in the communities they serve. The Member Impact Fund provides FHLB Des Moines members matching grant donations to strengthen the ability of not-for-profits or government entities to support the needs of their communities.
“The Member Impact Fund is designed to help our members champion the organizations that make a real difference in their communities,” said Kris Williams, president and CEO of FHLB Des Moines. “By partnering with our members, we’re able to multiply resources and support their vital work as they continue to strengthen opportunities for the people they serve.”
Recipient organizations were selected based on the needs for grant funding to support capacity-building or working capital necessary to strengthen their ability to serve affordable housing or community development needs including job training, affordable housing, financial literacy, food banks and youth programs.
Since its launch in 2023, the Member Impact Fund has provided more than $83 million in grants from FHLB Des Moines, generating over $113 million in combined support for affordable housing and community development. Notably, every eligible application submitted to the program has received funding—reflecting the organization’s strong commitment to partnership and impact.
“At BankWest, we believe strong communities are built by meeting people where they are and helping remove barriers that stand in the way of safety and stability,” said Casey Derflinger, Northern Hills Manager at BankWest. “Reliable transportation is critical for the individuals and families served by Artemis House, and we’re proud to partner with FHLB Des Moines to support an organization that provides compassionate, life‑changing assistance when it’s needed most.”
BankWest applied for and received matching grant funds for the Artemis House to be able to provide safe transportation to clients receiving services and assistance. The funds will be used to replace two aging agency vehicles. This will allow advocates to transport clients to appointments, counties to file protection orders, case proceedings, law enforcement, and medical appointments for sexual assault and other violence cases, and other agencies for additional services.
“This funding will have a meaningful and immediate impact on the clients we serve,” said Renae Servaty, Executive Director at Artemis House. “Many individuals seeking our services don’t have access to reliable transportation, and these new vehicles will help ensure they can safely get to appointments. We are grateful to BankWest and FHLB Des Moines for investing in the dignity, safety, and independence of those in our community.”
FHLB Des Moines provides funding solutions to more than 1,200 members to support mortgage lending, economic development and affordable housing in the communities they serve. The Member Impact Fund provides FHLB Des Moines members matching grant donations to strengthen the ability of not-for-profits or government entities to support the needs of their communities.
“The Member Impact Fund is designed to help our members champion the organizations that make a real difference in their communities,” said Kris Williams, president and CEO of FHLB Des Moines. “By partnering with our members, we’re able to multiply resources and support their vital work as they continue to strengthen opportunities for the people they serve.”
Recipient organizations were selected based on the needs for grant funding to support capacity-building or working capital necessary to strengthen their ability to serve affordable housing or community development needs including job training, affordable housing, financial literacy, food banks and youth programs.
Since its launch in 2023, the Member Impact Fund has provided more than $83 million in grants from FHLB Des Moines, generating over $113 million in combined support for affordable housing and community development. Notably, every eligible application submitted to the program has received funding—reflecting the organization’s strong commitment to partnership and impact.