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160 Years.
Honest banking since Abe.

Since Abraham Lincoln’s time, in 1864, we have partnered with our customers to help them achieve their financial dreams and goals. Our vision is to guide, serve, and empower people to improve their lives and the world we live in, and to ultimately Be Independent. This remains our primary focus today.

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Why Independent?

At Independent Bank, we are your trusted partner to guide you through your financial journey. Whether you are opening your first checking account, purchasing a new car, renovating your home, or planning for retirement, Independent Bank is here to help you Be Independent.

 

Since 1864

In 1864 – 160 years ago – we started out as First National Bank of Ionia. Since then, we are proud to say that our vision to guide, serve, and empower people to improve their lives and the world we live in, and to ultimately Be Independent, remains our primary focus today.

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Today

Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with nearly 60 locations across the lower peninsula, we offer comprehensive financial services. Like we were 160 years ago, we remain committed to delivering exceptional service & value to our customers, stockholders, & communities.

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Independent Bank in our Communities
Being the difference in the communities we serve.

Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes

Independent Bank is a proud sponsor and participant in BizTown, a simulated business community that allows fifth and sixth grade students in West Michigan the opportunity to interact in a real-world business setting.
 
Students apply, interview, and work within this simulated town, giving them the opportunity to experience different career opportunities, including one at Independent Bank.

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Annual Be The
Difference Day

Every year, Independent Bank participates in their all-employee volunteer day, Be the Difference Day. Employees volunteer in teams across Michigan and parts of Ohio at hundreds of non-profit organizations.

The Bank also donates funds raised by employees throughout the year as well as a bank match to the organizations where they volunteer for the day.

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Affordable Housing Development in Grand Rapids

Independent Bank is honored to partner with local non-profit housing developers across Michigan to provide much-needed affordable housing solutions, as well as assist in the submission of grant applications.

From Traverse City to Grand Rapids to Detroit, Independent Bank is working to support the acquisition, construction, and rehabilitation of properties for use as affordable homes.

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In The News

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Independent Bank Compliance Officer Receives 2025 Bank Compliance Leader Award for the Eastern Region

Gayle Brooke, AVP, Compliance Officer at Independent Bank was recently recognized by Compliance Alliance with the 2025 Bank Compliance Leader Award for the Eastern Region. This award recognizes the exceptional contributions Gayle makes as a compliance leader within Independent Bank, as well as her significant impact on the community and industry as a whole.

21 May 2025
Independent Bank Receives Great Place to Work® Certification for 2025

Independent Bank is proud to announce that it received the Great Place to Work® certification for 2025. This is the third consecutive year that Independent Bank has received this recognition. With over 800 employees, 87% said that Independent Bank is a great place to work. This compares to 57% of employees at a typical U.S.-based company.

21 May 2025
Independent Bank Partners with Cinnaire Solutions and Woodbridge Neighborhood Development on Affordable Housing Initiative in Detroit’s Woodbridge Neighborhood

Independent Bank is proud to partner with Cinnaire Solutions and Woodbridge Neighborhood Development Corporation on a new affordable housing initiative in the Woodbridge neighborhood in Detroit. A groundbreaking ceremony took place on Thursday, May 15, 2025, to kick off the construction of the 60-unit project located at 4401 Rosa Parks Boulevard.

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