WASHTENAW COUNTY, Mich., May 1, 2025 — Northstar Bank, a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis (FHLBank Indianapolis), awarded Dawn Farm $82,500 in grant funds through the Community Multiplier – Member Match Program.

The $82,500 grant will allow Dawn Farm to sustain and strengthen its Strong Roots family recovery housing program. This unique program fills a critical gap by helping families experiencing addiction stay together while receiving the support they need to achieve long-term recovery.

“We are proud to partner with Dawn Farm and support its mission to provide treatment and recovery support for individuals and families experiencing substance use disorders and addiction,” stated Chris Baker, Vice President and Commercial Lender at Northstar Bank.

“With financial support for the Strong Roots program, families working hard to rebuild their lives in recovery will continue to have a safe, stable and supportive home,” commented Anna Byberg, President of Dawn Farm. “It is life changing for the families involved.”

The Community Multiplier – Member Match program is FHLBank Indianapolis’ newest program offering, designed to support targeted affordable housing initiatives that fall outside of FHLBank Indianapolis’ other grant programs. Community Multiplier offers grants between $25,000 and $125,000 for non-profit organizations headquartered in Indiana or Michigan who partner with an FHLBank Indianapolis member financial institution on targeted affordable housing initiatives. With a 10% matching funds commitment from the member financial institution, FHLBank Indianapolis is providing grants between $25,000 and $125,000. The program opened March 27, 2025, with a $5 million allocation and is available until October 1, 2025, or until funds are exhausted.

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With assets totaling over $1 billion, Northstar Bank employs approximately 100 banking professionals with 10 branches in Michigan. Northstar Bank is an independent, locally operated, full-service bank offering a broad range of financial services. Our mission is to guide the way with service, leadership and trust. We are dedicated to building successful relationships within our communities. Please visit our website at www.northstar.bank.
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