Early Giving is now open. Donate now through March 1st to support your community nonprofits!

This week, California commuters were treated to free fuel on behalf of FirstBank. When unsuspecting drivers pulled up to gas pumps at one Indio, CA gas station, they were met with signs stating that gas was 100% paid for by the bank. Local FirstBank Officers were on hand to explain this was all part of FirstBank’s Give It Forward campaign to promote Coachella Valley Giving Day on March 1, 2023. In total, FirstBank covered $5,000 in gas purchases for morning commuters.

The surprise and delight initiative is meant to inspire goodwill and encourage recipients to consider “Giving It Forward” by donating – as little as $5 – to their chosen nonprofit on Coachella Valley Giving Day.

“With the price of gas, groceries, and essentials on the rise, we hope this gesture provides a little financial relief to commuters,” said FirstBank California Market President Jake Wuest. “The smiles and reactions we’ve seen firsthand demonstrate even small acts of kindness can make a big impact. We hope folks recognize they also have the power to make a positive impact on a family, individual, or cause in need, and consider giving to a CV Giving Day nonprofit of choice on March 1^st.”

FirstBank has held similar Give It Forward events in Colorado and Arizona. In the past, FirstBank Officers have posed as vet techs to pay for vet bills and bagged free groceries to encourage individual giving nonprofits in those areas.

Inaugural Coachella Valley Giving Day

You don’t have to wait until CV Giving Day to make a difference. Early Giving is now open. Visit cvgivingday.org to donate today.

In partnership with Desert Community Foundation, FirstBank is launching the first-ever Coachella Valley Giving Day on March 1, 2023. Recognizing the important role nonprofits play in the community, CV Giving Day is raising funds for registered charities through a 24-hour giving challenge. Donors can view participating nonprofits and donate on cvgivingday.org.

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