Fidelity contributes $100,000 toward the new fairgrounds.

WAVERLY, IA (March 2025) – Fidelity Bank & Trust recently contributed $100,000 to the Bremer County Fair as part of the association’s fundraising campaign to build infrastructure and facilities at the relocated Bremer County Fairgrounds.  Located along Highway 3 on the east end of Waverly, the 50-acre fairgrounds will have state of the art structures available for a variety of entertainment activities including 4H and FFA programs.

“The Bremer County Fair’s unique position to develop an entirely new fairgrounds shows their passion and commitment to the community,” said Jim Kennedy, Jr., Chairman of the Board at Fidelity Bank & Trust.  “We are honored to make this investment in Bremer County and contribute to the programs and events the Bremer County Fair will provide for many years to come,” added Kennedy.  

"We are incredibly thankful to Fidelity Bank & Trust for their generous $100,000 donation, which will help us continue construction on the 4H building at the new Bremer County Fairgrounds. Fidelity’s support, alongside other generous donors, ensures that the fairgrounds will continue to strengthen our community and leave a lasting legacy in Bremer County for generations to come," said Josh Petersen, Bremer County Fair President.  "We are excited to highlight that Fidelity’s contribution comes with naming rights for 'Fidelity Bank Way,' one of the two main entrances to the new Bremer County Fairgrounds," Petersen added. 

The new fairgrounds site will enhance educational and entertainment events, promote safety and accessibility for all, provide adequate parking, and spur economic growth.  For more information or to learn how to support the Bremer County Fair, visit www.bremercountyfair.com. 

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PHOTO: Bremer County Fair Association accepts $100,000 donation from Fidelity Bank & Trust employees.  The group is pictured on ‘Fidelity Bank Way,’ which is located at the northwest entrance of the new Bremer County Fairgrounds.