By David Murchland - Marshfield Now!
MARSHFIELD, WI — As spring cleaning gets underway, Prevail Bank is offering residents a secure and charitable way to dispose of sensitive documents. The bank will host its annual Shred Event on May 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Marshfield location, combining document security with community fundraising.
The event allows individuals to bring confidential paperwork for on-site shredding, helping protect against identity theft while clearing out clutter. According to branch representative Tammy, the event has become a popular tradition, often reaching its fundraising goal within the first hour.
“We donate a dollar per pound of shredded paper to a local organization chosen by our branch,” Tammy said. “This year, proceeds will benefit the Personal Development Center (PDC), and we donate up to $1,000.”
The Personal Development Center relies on community support to maintain its services, particularly as grant funding becomes more limited. Funds raised through the shred event help sustain its programs and keep its doors open.
Participants can bring up to three boxes of documents free of charge. Additional boxes are accepted with a suggested $5 donation per box. Items such as envelopes with plastic windows and stapled papers are permitted, though attendees are asked to remove rubber bands and paper clips in advance.
Shredding will take place on-site throughout the event, with staff continuously filling containers that are emptied directly into a shredding truck. If any documents cannot be processed during the event, they will be securely stored in the bank’s vault until they can be destroyed.
The event not only promotes recycling and security but also strengthens community ties by supporting a vital local resource.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to safely dispose of old paperwork while contributing to a meaningful cause.