Fortifi Bank Spreads Holiday Cheer and Supports Local Business in Ripon

The holiday spirit was alive and well in Ripon as Fortifi Bank brought festive cheer and meaningful community support to local shoppers just days before Christmas. On Saturday, December 20, Fortifi Bank employees Kristen Hermanson, Anna Koplin, and Dani Moore stepped out of the office and into the heart of the community to

celebrate and support a cherished local business, Patina Vie.

Throughout the afternoon, members of Fortifi Bank’s Ripon team engaged with shoppers, handing out 100 $5 gift cards to encourage customers to shop locally and explore the unique offerings of small businesses. The surprise giveaways created an added sense of excitement while directly supporting Patina Vie during the busy holiday season. This event reflected Fortifi Bank’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the communities it serves. By showing up in person and investing directly in local businesses, Fortifi Bank continues to foster meaningful connections and promote economic vitality across Wisconsin.

“Community is at the core of everything we do,” said Dani Moore, Ripon Branch Manager. “Especially during the holiday season, it’s important to support the small businesses that bring character, creativity, and connection to our towns.”

Patina Vie owner Sarah Willett expressed her appreciation for the partnership. “We were incredibly grateful for Fortifi Bank’s support and presence in our shop,” Willett said. “Their generosity brought so much joy to our customers and truly captured the spirit of shopping local during the holiday season.”

Through initiatives like this, Fortifi Bank remains dedicated to making a positive impact spreading goodwill, supporting local entrepreneurs, and reinforcing the importance of keeping communities strong during the most meaningful time of year.