NORFOLK, Neb.— Nine communities in Nebraska received grants for health, education and recreation.

Midwest Bank along with the Jim B. And Lillian F. Cooper Foundation gave over $32,000 to local organizations and businesses throughout Nebraska.

The Jim B. and Lillian F. Cooper Foundation started in 1997 to support the Cooper family’s tradition of giving back. Since the start, the foundation has given more than $1 Million to local organizations.

“These grants were awarded to organizations dedicated to making a difference in the communities that Midwest Bank serves,” a news release said. “Midwest Bank has branches in Creighton, Deshler, Lincoln, Norfolk, Pierce, Pilger, Plainview, Wisner, and York.”

Seven entities in Norfolk were given $4,000 total. The Zone Afterschool Program, Norfolk Catholic Elementary, St. Pauls Lutheran School, Norfolk Area Children’s Collaborative, Northern Hills Child Care and Faith Regional Health services were each given $500 for various projects within their organizations. Building Blocks for Community Enrichment got $1,000 for the Hope and Healing Project.

Other organizations include the Volunteer Fire Departments in Pierce, Wisner, and Pilger. As well as as Lincoln High School, Creighton Community Schools and York Parks and Recreation.