According to bee experts at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, a third of the world’s food production depends on bees. Honey bees are critical to the survival of many plants, animals, and of course, humans. That’s why, for the second consecutive year, FirstBank partnered with Project Apis m. (PAm), to… Read More


It can be hard to pick yourself back up when life throws curveball after curveball. At FirstBank, we admire those who persevere and reward them with an “Act of Goodness.” See how our FirstBank team set out to help a customer get back on her feet.  Meet Cora Cora Olander is a 91-year-old widow living… Read More


When faced with adversity, it’s all about how you persevere. At FirstBank, we admire those who see the good in any situation and reward them with an “Act of Goodness.” See how our FirstBank team set out to help a customer diagnosed with stage four cancer. Meet Charles Cox Charles Cox has been a FirstBank… Read More


Monday, November 13, marked World Kindness Day. This observance was introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement to help promote kindness worldwide. While FirstBank is known for its “banking for good” mantra and philanthropic efforts, its employees carry this philosophy outside the bank and into their communities. From picking up trash, paying for groceries,… Read More


It can be a challenge to figuring out how to help the environment. The good news is, bettering the planet doesn’t have to be expensive or drastic. Rather, sustainable changes consist of small intentional actions that are easy to commit to while still leaving a lasting impact. Here are some changes you can incorporate into… Read More


Life is full of unexpected events. Some with uneasy changes and others with newborn blessings. At FirstBank we seek to provide a silver lining in tough times with an “Act of Goodness.” See how our FirstBank team set out to help a small family facing health complications with their newborn. Meet Brandon and Kelsie Barnett… Read More


Banking for good means looking out for our customers and creating memorable moments with our “Acts of Goodness” initiative. See how our employees joined forces to help surprise an elderly couple in Brighton.   Meet Terri and Paul Husband and wife duo, Terri and Paul often frequent our Brighton location, grinning from ear to ear.… Read More


According to the National Wildlife Federation (NWF), National Pollinator Week is celebrated from June 19th through June 23rd. Here are 10 simple ways to help some of the most vital pollen workers in our ecosystem all year. Build a Bee Garden One of the most significant threats to bees is a lack of safe habitat.… Read More


When tragedy strikes, it can seem impossible to persevere. However, the DePalma family did just that and turned their tragedy into an inspiring message and legacy for their son.  With FirstBank helping customers and communities in need through our Act of Goodness campaign, we had the opportunity to honor their son and provide the DePalma’s… Read More