When a family of five was displaced from their Superior townhouse in Linden Court Sunday morning due to a fire, the local community stepped up to help them - especially an anonymous Superior businessman.

“This very sincere man, who is one of our customers, graciously donated $1,000 and is asking others in our community to provide donations – matching or not,” said Joe Konradt, President and CEO of National Bank of Commerce. “Every amount is of help to this family.”

The family, two parents and three children, safely evacuated the townhouse before firefighters arrived. The family is staying in temporary housing.

People wishing to donate money for the family can mail or drop off a check (no cash please) to the 1127 Tower Avenue National Bank of Commerce location in Superior. Make checks payable to Northland American Red Cross. In the memo line write: Superior Holiday Fire Donation. Donations will be accepted until January 31, 2010 at the bank.

National Bank of Commerce will keep a tally of the donations in its lobby as the amount climbs.

“Our community is very strong,” added Konradt. “The people really take to heart helping each other. We’re honored that our customer came to us to start this challenge with his kick-off donation. We’ll do what we can to assist him in aiding the family. “

With offices in Superior, Duluth, Hermantown, Poplar and Solon Springs, National Bank of Commerce is the area’s largest, locally owned bank. Its website is nbofc.com. Member FDIC

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