Make This Holiday Season Even Merrier with the #MCBShopLocalChallenge – Year 2!

We’re back for another season of cheer, community, and local love! Marion County Bank is thrilled to kick off the 2nd annual #MCBShopLocalChallenge, and we can’t wait to see even more cards, smiles, and support for our amazing local businesses.

How It Works

Joining the challenge is simple and fun:

  • Pick Up Your “Shop Local” Card: Grab your card at Marion County Bank during Living Windows (Knoxville) or Tour of Stores and Discounted Pella Bucks (Pella). Cards are also available at any MCB location starting November 20.
  • Visit Local Stores: Take your card shopping and have a store employee initial one circle and write the store’s name. No purchase necessary—just show up and show your support!
  • Complete Your Card: Visit six different stores to fill your card. No purchase required.
  • Drop It Off: Return your completed card to any MCB location by December 10 at 11am. That gives you plenty of time to shop on Small Business Saturday too!

What You Could Win

One lucky winner will receive $200 in cash! While not required, we hope the winner continues to spread the cheer by shopping locally.

Important Details

  • Winner Announcement: December 12 on social media.
  • Eligibility: Open to everyone 18+. No purchase necessary. You don’t need to be a bank customer to enter. MCB employees and their families can participate but are not eligible to win.
  • Prize Pickup: Must be collected by December 19 in Pella or Knoxville.
  • Social Sharing: Tag us and use #MCBShopLocalChallenge to share your holiday adventure!

Why It Matters

Last year’s challenge was a heartwarming success, and we loved seeing the community come together. This year, let’s make it even bigger. By shopping local, you’re helping neighbors thrive and keeping the holiday spirit alive in Marion County.

Official Contest Rules:
  • Card must be completed in full with 6 different businesses.
  • Entries accepted until 11:00 AM on December 10, 2025.
  • Winners will be announced by end of business on December 12, 2025.
  • Must be 18 years or older to enter. One entry per person.
  • One winner will be selected.
  • The cash prize must be picked up at Marion County Bank in Pella or Knoxville by December 19, 2025.
  • No purchase necessary. You don’t need to be a bank customer to enter.
  • This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram.
  • Employees and their spouses are not eligible to win but are welcome to participate.
  • By entering, participants agree to let us publish their name and photo across Facebook, Instagram, and our website if they win.
  • Winners are responsible for any applicable taxes.
  • Contact information is only stored for the purposes of contacting the winner. Contact information will not be stored or sold after the event is complete.