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FHLBank Indianapolis presents 2026 Community Spirit Award to Michigan lender for affordable housing achievements

last updated on Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Affordable Housing

On Aug. 20, 2026, FHLBank Indianapolis announced John Harpst, VP, Community Lending at Grand Rapids-based Lake Michigan Credit Union (“LMCU”), was awarded the 2026 Community Spirit Award honoring his exceptional contributions to affordable housing and community development in Michigan.

John Harpst, VP, Community Lending at Grand Rapids-based Lake Michigan Credit UnionSince its inception in 2007, FHLBank Indianapolis — a regional, wholesale bank cooperative and part of the Federal Home Loan Bank system — has honored leaders in affordable housing and community economic development with its annual Community Spirit Award. Each year, a recipient from one of FHLBank Indianapolis’ member financial institutions in both Michigan and Indiana is honored for their extraordinary dedication to affordable housing efforts, unique and innovative community economic development strategies, or as emerging leaders with a demonstrated commitment to affordable housing and community development.

“The Bank is proud to recognize John for his longstanding commitment to making homeownership affordable and achievable to low- and middle-income Michiganders,” said Brendan McGrath, President and CEO of FHLBank Indianapolis. “John’s dedication to empowering homebuyers across the state is evident in his work increasing mortgage access through LMCU’s creative down payment assistance solutions that offer Michigan homebuyers more choice and flexibility in a challenging housing market.”

Click here to read the Bank's full news release.

Click here for more information about the Bank's Community Programs and here for the Community Spirit Award.

Questions? Contact Corporate Communications at corpcomm@fhlbi.com.

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