Midwest Medical lands donation from Compeer: Compeer donates to 19 rural healthcare facilities

GALENA–Midwest Medical Center in Galena is one of the recipients of a $25,000 donation from Compeer Financial, working in partnership with the Fund for Rural America.

Compeer, based in Sun Prairie, Wis., is donating a total of 19 hospitals and nursing homes across the Midwest in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Midwest Medical Center will be using the donation to purchase supplies to help assist with taking care of patients during these challenging times,” said Tracy Bauer, Midwest Medical president and CEO. “We are thankful to have Compeer as a partner that recognizes the essential work we are doing during this pandemic.”

Compeer Financial worked with the hospital the past few years during the refinancing process.

“When challenges arise, rural communities come together to help their neighbors,” said John Monson, chief mission and marketing executive and also chair of the Fund, which is Compeer’s corporate giving program. “This situation is no exception. We’re making this donation to help our rural healthcare facilities continue to offer essential services especially in these unprecedented times.”

Many healthcare institutions are facing challenges with equipment, staffing, cleaning supplies, disinfectant and more. Donations will be sent to healthcare facilities that partner with Compeer Financial to contribute toward immediate needs.

“Healthcare workers are on the front lines in an unprecedented situation, often caring for their own friends and neighbors. The pressure they and their facilities are facing as they combat this pandemic is unimaginable,” said Monson. “There was no question Compeer and the Fund for Rural America should extend our support to help rural communities in this time of need.”