FirstBank Surprises Fire Survivor with $1,000 Employees at the FirstBank branch in Frisco recently surprised one longtime customer with $1,000 worth of gift cards and a FirstBank gift bag. The customer, Josh Hooper, was recently involved in a fire that ripped through his home and resulted in multiple injuries. Fortunately, he was able to save himself and his beloved dog, Batman,… Read More
Colorado Gives Day 2021 Colorado Gives Day 2021 was Tuesday, Dec. 7, and we’re happy to report it was another record-breaker. 215,864 donations totaling $54.4 million benefited over 3,000 nonprofit organizations. What is Colorado Gives Day? Colorado Gives Day (CGD) is a one-day online giving event that benefits over 3,000 nonprofits, and as a result, all Coloradoans. FirstBank partnered… Read More
FirstBankers Help Customers with Holiday Expenses to Promote Colorado Gives Day In early November, FirstBank executives held customer appreciation events at five branch locations across the state – including Thornton, Lakewood, Silverthorne, Colorado Springs and Denver – to surprise unsuspecting bank customers with gift cards ahead of the holiday season. Customers were encouraged to stop by and spin a FirstBank prize wheel to win FirstBank branded… Read More
Prioritizing Mental Health at Home and Work Prioritizing Mental Health at Home and Work Mental health is a trending topic as of late, for a good reason. The past several months have presented quite a few challenges. Despite these obstacles, you have the power to reduce your anxiety, depression and increase your mental well-being. Let’s explore some of these strategies in honor… Read More
Giving for Good: Supporting Local Business and Stepping Stones Thanks to the overwhelming support from the Carbondale community, FirstBank’s third annual Giving For Good campaign was a success. During the month of October, FirstBank and New York Pizza collaborated to raise funds for Roaring Fork Valley nonprofit, Stepping Stones. For each Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich purchased from New York Pizza, FirstBank donated $10 to the nonprofit. … Read More
FirstBank and the Phoenix Mercury Help a Young Athlete Pay for College FirstBank surprised a Valley student, Dei’Jonae Moore, with $5,000 to pay school related fees as she enters her freshman year at Scottsdale Community College. FirstBank East Valley Market President Joel Johnson teamed up with Mercury Guard Sophie Cunningham to present the check to a shocked Dei’Jonae, who arrived at Footprints Center expecting only a tour… Read More
6 Fall Destinations in Colorado From Halloween hijinks to pumpkin spice lattes, there’s a lot to love about Autumn, but for Coloradans it’s all about the Fall colors. From September through October, the Centennial State explodes in a majestic mix of colors, no Instagram filter necessary. This socially distanced, free outing is perfect for nature buffs, photographers, couples, and families.… Read More
Customer Spotlight: Olympian Samantha Schultz Whether it be realizing their small business dreams or helping others in times of need, FirstBank customers do some amazing things. One of those customers, Samantha “Sammy” Schultz, is taking it up a notch by participating in the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo! A Colorado native, Sammy will be competing in the Modern Pentathlon at this… Read More
FirstBank and the Phoenix Suns Surprise a Special Valley Customer Sometimes we come across some truly amazing customers, who despite hard times or personal tragedies, try to positively impact those around them. We call these our “Good Customers,” and we’re setting out to make their day. One special FirstBank customer, and Phoenix Suns superfan, got quite the surprise at the FirstBank branch on South Higley… Read More
Arizona Gives Day 2021 Arizona Gives Day has arrived and if it’s anything like last year, we’re in for a record-setting day of donations. Join FirstBank and Arizonans on Tuesday, April 6 for a 24-hour day of giving that has raised over $23 million since its inception in 2013.… Read More