Colorado Gives Day 2022 December 1, 2022 Colorado Gives Day 2022 was Tuesday, Dec. 6, and we’re happy to report another successful day of giving! 100,909 donations totaling more than $53.2 million benefitted over 3,000 nonprofit organizations. What is Colorado Gives Day? Colorado Gives Day (CGD) is an annual one-day online giving event benefitting over 3,000 nonprofits and, as a result, all… Read More
After Planting 50,000 Trees, FirstBank Introduces Recovered Ocean Bound Plastic Cards December 1, 2022 After planting 50,000 trees and supporting one of the largest post-fire reforestation efforts in Colorado, FirstBank has introduced a new initiative to underscore its “banking for good” philosophy: Recovered Ocean Bound Plastic (ROBP) Visa® Debit Cards. In an effort to reduce ocean waste, the bank partnered with Second Wave®, which uses recycled plastic sourced from… Read More
8 Nonprofits to Support for International Day of Persons with Disabilities December 1, 2022 In 1992, the United Nations started the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, furthering their commitment to creating an inclusive, accessible and sustainable society. It’s a day dedicated to optimism, looking towards the future and a world where a person isn’t characterized by their disability but by their ability. At FirstBank, 5.19% of our employees… Read More
Check Fraud: Simple Tips to Protect Your Money November 28, 2022 The check has been a popular form of payment dating back to Roman times. Although there’s been a decline in check usage due to the rise of digital payment services, some forms of check fraud are actually on the rise, according to reports. But how are fraudsters scamming check users? The answer may surprise you.… Read More
Beware of Crypto Criminals: How to Avoid Getting Scammed November 23, 2022 With rising inflation and skyrocketing prices, it’s no wonder folks are looking for ways to maximize their money, including cryptocurrency investments. According to reports, digital currencies experienced massive growth over the past decade, with nearly 60 million U.S. users in 2021. Unfortunately, where there’s money, there are scammers ready and poised to take it. Today,… Read More
Make A Big Impact by Shopping Small on Small Business Saturday November 21, 2022 Since 2010, the Saturday after Thanksgiving has been known as Small Business Saturday — the day when consumers are encouraged to shop locally and make purchases from the stores in their neighborhoods. Now, Small Business Saturday has catapulted into a mega-moneymaker for local business owners with consumers spending $23.3 billion in 2021. Here’s how shopping… Read More
5 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft and What to Do If You’re a Victim November 18, 2022 If you think identity theft could never happen to you, think again. Last year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received an astounding 1.4 million identity theft reports. Combined with other fraud cases, the total loss amounted to over $5.9 billion. But identity theft doesn’t have to happen to you. Here are some steps you can… Read More
How to Host Thanksgiving on a Budget November 17, 2022 While many of us are looking forward to celebrating Thanksgiving with family and friends, this year’s holiday feast could be more expensive than ever. Experts predict that your Thanksgiving meal will cost 13.5% more than last year, with a staggering 73% increase in the price per pound of turkey. The price of butter is also up 32% compared to 2021. Despite… Read More
8 More Ways To Save Money on Groceries During Rising Inflation November 15, 2022 According to the most recent Consumer Price Index report, food prices have risen 11.4 percent from August 2021 to August 2022. In the same year, common food items have drastically increased including eggs, which went up by 39.8 percent, and butter, which rose by 24.6 percent. As the cost of groceries continues to rise, we’ve… Read More
Navigating Rising Airline Costs This Holiday Season November 14, 2022 As we hurl toward the holidays, many of us are looking to pin down holiday plans and book travel. But with skyrocketing airfare costs and inflation, how is it possible to save money this holiday season? While airline ticket prices are up 25% — surpassing inflation — there are still savvy ways to save on… Read More