Pictured: Cindy Schindler, Lead Customer Service Representative, and Dave Norris, Financial Center Manager with Fifth Third Bank alongside the Giving Tree

Fifth Third Bank is partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast for its 2^nd annual Giving Tree Toy Drive campaign. The Giving Tree Toy Drive program will begin on November 8, 2021 and end on December 3, 2021. “During the month of November, the Bank will host 'Giving Trees' in each of our 77 financial centers throughout South Florida,” said John Slavik, SVP, Retail Executive for Fifth Third Bank. “By allowing our financial centers to host a 'Giving Tree,' we hope to create awareness around supporting those families in need during this holiday season.”

Each tree will be decorated with gift tags with specific information that pertains to the need of a child in the community. A donation of a gift or gift card will help make a difference and ensure a brighter holiday season for the underserved youth in our community. Visit any local Fifth Third Bank financial center in South Florida during the month of November to pick up a gift tag. “Every child deserves a champion, an adult who will never give up on them and who understands the power of connection," states Joy Mahler, President/CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast.  "Our Fifth Third Bank partner is a champion and a connector for children throughout our ten county footprint."

All donations can be dropped off at any local Fifth Third Bank in Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Sarasota, Manatee, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Broward and Palm Beach. To find the nearest location, visit 53.com.

Pictured: Cindy Schindler, Lead Customer Service Representative, and Dave Norris, Financial Center Manager with Fifth Third Bank alongside the Giving Tree