EAST LANSING, Michigan — March 19, 2009 — Robin King-Fuller, bank manager of Independent Bank’s Mason location, has joined the Mason Area United Way board of directors. King will serve a three-year term.

About Independent Bank Corporation:

Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: IBCP), is an Ionia, Mich.-based bank holding company with total assets over $3 billion. Founded as First National Bank of Ionia in 1864, Independent Bank Corporation now operates over 100 offices across Michigan’s Lower Peninsula providing a full range of financial services including retail and commercial banking, mortgage lending, investments and title services.

Financing for extended automobile warranties are also available through Mepco Finance Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Independent Bank Corporation.

Independent Bank Corporation is committed to providing exceptional personal service and value to its customers, its stockholders and the communities it serves. Please visit the Web site at IndependentBank.com.