Kimball International Habig Foundation donates $25,000 to Salem for flood relief

Wally Terkhorn, President, Salem City Council; Lonnie Nicholson, Chief Administrative Officer, Kimball International; Bob Schneider, CEO and Chairman of the Board, Kimball International; Kathy Sigler, Vice President, Operations, Kimball Office presenting the check to Sally Hattabaugh, Salem Clerk-Treasurer; Mayor Troy Merry and John Smith, General Manager of the Kimball Office Salem operation.

Representatives from Kimball International and its Kimball Office brand presented the city of Salem with a $25,000 donation to the Salem Emergency Flood Fund.

Salem experienced a devastating flash flood as the Blue River was overwhelmed following seven inches of rain in only 45 minutes on May 19. Many homes and businesses experienced major damage.

“We have been a part of the Salem community since 1984 and want to give back during their time of need. Our company’s aspiration, We Build Success, enables us to share that success by donations for worthy causes and special needs like Salem is facing with the flood,” said Bob Schneider, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Kimball International.

“The support we receive from the Salem community to further our strategic aspirations and daily operations is very appreciated. We are delighted to be able to aid in the recovery and well-being of the citizens in this community. In addition, our employees in Jasper and Salem have launched a relief drive to collect food, water, and cleaning supplies,” said Kathy Sigler, Vice President, Operations of the Kimball Office brand.

Mayor Troy Merry stated, “On behalf of the city of Salem, we are very thankful for Kimball’s willingness to help the citizens of the community. Kimball has been a great community partner and we look forward to continue working together to build success.”