Bank Sponsors Christmas Outreach in Harlem Heights

Participating as a Santa’s Helper Sponsor for this year’s Christmas Outreach at The Heights Foundation, Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands is hoping others will join by donating toys, new with tags clothing, and gift cards for children from infancy through their teen years. The deadline for donations is December 14, and unwrapped items can be dropped off at the Heights Center at 15570 Hagie Drive in Fort Myers from 9-5 on weekdays.

Once the donations are collected, Christmas Outreach will take place on December 16. Parents in the Harlem Heights community will be able to choose gifts for their children while keeping them a secret until Christmas Day. This year’s Christmas Outreach is also part of the yearlong celebration of the Heights Foundation’s 25th anniversary.

“Close to 900 children – from newborn babies to teenagers – can benefit from your donations to the Christmas Outreach program,” said Bank President Robbie Roepstorff. “This latest Heights Foundation sponsorship opportunity affords us the ability to provide invaluable resources for Harlem Heights families during the holidays. These are challenging times for many of our neighbors in need, and we are honored to help Santa make their Christmas celebrations a happy time for parents and children alike.”

The Heights Foundation works to build strong, self-sufficient families in the Harlem Heights neighborhood. Their mission supports education and wellness, promotes family and community development, and provides the benefits of enrichment and the arts. To learn about ways you can donate to or volunteer for the Celebration of Giving Thanks, call 239-482-7706 or visit www.heightsfoundation.org.

Celebrating the 28th anniversary of its founding, Edison National Bank/Bank of the Islands is the oldest locally owned and managed community bank in Lee County. With four offices in Fort Myers, Sanibel, and Captiva, the Bank is strongly rooted in the community and actively supports civic and charitable causes through both donations and volunteerism. The Bank has retained a 5-Star Superior Rating from BauerFinancial for more than a decade. As the only locally owned and managed community bank on Sanibel and Captiva, Bank of the Islands is proud to be the winner of more than 50 “Best of the Islands” awards over two decades, including being voted Best Bank, Best Financial Services, and Best Mortgage Broker for 2025-2026. To learn more, call 239-466-1800 or visit www.edisonnationalbank.com.