According to a press release, Isabella Bank has pledged $15,000 to support the newly formed Big Rapids Regional Chamber.

The chamber, established in September 2025, represents the merger of the former Mecosta County Development Corporation and the Mecosta County Chamber of Commerce. It aims to amplify the region’s voice, energize the local economy, strengthen community leadership and accelerate progress.

“Isabella Bank is committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen our communities and create opportunities for growth,” said David Seppala, regional president at Isabella Bank. “The Big Rapids Regional Chamber represents an exciting new chapter for the region, and we’re proud to help bring this vision to life.”

Focus areas of the chamber include advocacy, economic growth, community engagement and collaborative partnerships. Chamber chair, Tyler Schuberg, said the bank's investment will help advance the chamber's reach.

“Isabella Bank has been a longtime supporter of our local businesses and communities,” Schuberg said. “Their investment will help us advocate for current and future businesses in our region.”

Isabella Bank has two locations within Big Rapids: one at 21440 Perry Avenue and one on 711 Maple Street. 

More information on the chamber's launch can be found here: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/807804.

_{Release information and photo courtesy of Isabella Bank.}