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American Momentum Bank helps Rehabilitation Center raise $1.3M

The bank sponsored and volunteered at the Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center's annual telethon

American Momentum Bank helped the Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center raise more than $1.3 million during its 44thAnnual Telethon on Saturday, April 17, and Sunday, April 18. The bank served as a sponsor of the event and had volunteers manning the phones from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday.

The annual telethon, which aired on NewsWest 9, raises funds for the rehab center to provide therapy services to patients who need assistance regardless of their financial situation. During the eight-hour event, viewers heard stories about patients and celebrated their determination, persistence and inspiration.

“The Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center does a lot to serve the need of our local community,” said Greg Simmons, Odessa Market President, American Momentum Bank. “We are proud to support their efforts during the annual telethon and help further their mission of improving lives by providing exceptional and compassionate therapy services.”

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As a sponsor, American Momentum Bank donated $4,000 to the center and a television that was given away as a prize during the live telethon. The bank also had 10 volunteers answering the phones and taking donations from callers.

The Permian Basin Rehab Center is the Permian Basin’s only comprehensive, non-profit, multidisciplinary rehabilitation facility that provides speech, physical and occupational therapy, and hearing/audiology services. The center serves patients of all ages and abilities who find themselves in need.

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About American Momentum Bank

American Momentum Bank, a Texas-chartered banking association with total assets of $2.7 billion as of March 31, 2021, provides comprehensive products and services for businesses and individuals. American Momentum Bank has 18 full-service banking centers in Texas and nine full-service banking centers in Florida. American Momentum Bank’s strong capitalization, superior asset quality and experienced management teams position it as one of the premier banks in each state. Visit www.americanmomentum.bank to learn more.

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