CB&L funds help buy new bus
June 18, 2016
A $15,000 grant from Citizens Building & Loan in Greer has helped purchase a new bus at Greer Community Ministries (GCM). The 2016 15-passenger Ford Starcraft Allstar is equipped with handrails and grab bars for easier access.
“This bus is a great improvement over the van that we had been using to transport Senior Diners to and from the ministry,” said Cindy Simpler, GCM executive director. “It is safer and it makes it much easier for them to get on and off.”
The bank previously helped purchase the ministry’s first bus in 2011 and has been a consistent supporter throughout GCM’s 44-year history.
“We are so grateful for CB&L’s support,” Simpler said. “Transportation for seniors is a huge issue and because of them, we can now provide safe transportation for senior citizens in our area who would otherwise be home bound.”
GCM’s Senior Dining program is for adults 62 and older who are mobile, alert, and cooperative. Currently about 25 diners attend the week day program where they are provided a time of fellowship, an entertaining or informative program, and a warm, nutritious lunch.
