The Chronicle of Philanthropy
We are committed to positively impacting our communities and providing support to help them thrive.
Our philanthropy extends deep into each of our communities and the impact is created by OUR PEOPLE, both within First Texas Bank and the people of our communities coming together to make a powerful impact.
First Texas Bank proudly sponsors the Spring Ho float for the Queen and her court
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
We are committed to positively impacting our communities and providing support to help them thrive.
Our philanthropy extends deep into each of our communities and the impact is created by OUR PEOPLE, both within First Texas Bank and the people of our communities coming together to make a powerful impact.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
We are committed to positively impacting our communities and providing support to help them thrive.
Our philanthropy extends deep into each of our communities and the impact is created by OUR PEOPLE, both within First Texas Bank and the people of our communities coming together to make a powerful impact.
We are privileged to partner with wonderful organizations, helping to make a difference in the communities where we live and work. Our employees spend time volunteering in whatever capacity an organization of choice may need. This includes being a board member, helping with fundraising events, and even hands-on labor.
Just a few ways First Texas Bank supports the community:
We are privileged to partner with wonderful organizations, helping to make a positive impact and providing yet another way for our employees to make a difference in the communities where we live and work. Our employees have spent over 300 hours in 2019, volunteering in whatever capacity an organization of choice may need. This can include being a board member and helping with fundraising events, to actual hands-on labor.
We are privileged to partner with wonderful organizations, helping to make a positive impact and providing yet another way for our employees to make a difference in the communities where we live and work. Our employees spend time volunteering in whatever capacity an organization of choice may need. This can include being a board member and helping with fundraising events, to actual hands-on labor.
Look at our people making a difference:
The Caring Place
The Locker
Pregnancy Help Center Williamson County
To further uphold this commitment, our charitable efforts focus on the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) in which volunteer hours, loans, and First Texas Bank donations are positively impacting our communities.
- Move it Forward – A low-cost line of credit product that is a great tool to help non-profit organizations expedite program funding by bridging untimely financial gaps.
- Donations and Sponsorship – We try to support as many organizations as possible that fit within our company’s philanthropic mission. To be considered for a donation or sponsorship opportunity, please bring your request to your First Texas Bank location or email csmith@firsttexasbank.com and your request will be submitted to the appropriate manager for consideration. Due to the high volume of requests, we do ask for at least four weeks notice to be reviewed and processed.
- Financial Literacy Programs – We provide Financial Literacy for many organizations in the community. If you would like for us to provide a financial literacy class for your organization please contact: Corey Bailey at 512-863-2567 or cbailey@firsttexasbank.com.
KISD Job Fair 2022
2022 STARMAKERS BANQUET
First Texas Bank is presenting educational books to children to help them engage in learning about US Currency.
Customer Service Awards – Just another way we are giving back
First Texas Bank awards employees that have provided outstanding customer service. The Texas Star Award and Heart of Texas Award are nominated by fellow employees. Once selected, part of their reward is being able to donate $100.00 to an organization of their choosing.
Here are the recipients of the donations – thus far in 2022.
Texas Star Award
Kosheryl Fulghum
Heart of Texas Award
Stella Hawkins
Employees supporting Spring Ho Festival 2021 by all proudly wearing this year’s t-shirt
Bank Volunteers working a water stop for the annual Toughest 10K Run
Veteran’s Day Run – Volunteers
First Texas Bank understands the importance of making a positive influence in our community.
Here are some of our donation recipients in 2021: Boys & Girls Club, The Lampasas Lions Club, Lampasas Kiwanis Club, The Lampasas Quarterback Club, American Legion Boys State, American Legion Auxiliary Girls State, The Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show, The Lampasas Chamber of Commerce, Vision Lampasas, Lampasas Association for the Arts, The Hill Country 100 Club, Lampasas Spring Ho Festival, Christmas of the Creek, CASA, Lampasas FFA-Centex Classic, Kingsland AquaBoom, Lampasas Fire Dept. – Toy Drive.
To further uphold this commitment, our charitable efforts focus on the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) in which volunteer hours, loans, and First Texas Bank donations are positively impacting our communities.
- Loans for non-profit organizations
- Financial Literacy Programs
- Donations: some recipients have been: The Killeen Food Care Center, Boys and Girls Club, National Dessert Storm War Memorial, Heritage House, and Fourteen Forward.
Donations and Sponsorship requests are accepted at various times throughout the year. We try to support as many organizations as possible that fit within our company’s philanthropic mission. To be considered for a donation or sponsorship opportunity, please bring your request to your First Texas Bank location or email to jsamfield@firsttexasbank.com and your request will be submitted to the appropriate manager for consideration. Due to the high volume of requests, we do ask for at least four weeks notice to be reviewed and processed.
In and Around our Communities
Liberty Hill ISD Career Day
Faith in Action – Roaring 20’s Mini Golf Gala
WCCAC & Casa Gala 2022
Rock’s 16th Annual Barn Dance 2022
Pflugerville Education Foundation Annual Gala
Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce Cedar Fest 2022
The Georgetown Project, The Boys & Girls Club of Georgetown, and the Georgetown YMCA Soiree 2022
Financial Literacy Series 2022
Financial Literacy Series 2022
First Texas Bank is excited to support Lampasas County Youth League Assoc.
Donations and Sponsorship requests are accepted at various times throughout the year. We try to support as many organizations as possible that fit within our company’s philanthropic mission. To be considered for a donation or sponsorship opportunity, please bring your request to your First Texas Bank location or email phunter@firsttexasbank.com and your request will be submitted to the appropriate manager for consideration. Due to the high volume of requests, we do ask for at least four weeks notice to be reviewed and processed.
Customer Service Awards – Just another way we are giving back
The First Texas Bank Praise and Distinction Award is awarded to employees that have provided superb customer service, and are nominated by fellow employees to be a recipient. Once selected, part of their reward is a grant for $100-$120 to donate to an organization of their choosing. Here are the recipients of the grants – thus far in 2022.
January -The Key2Free
February – Operation Liberty Hill
March – The Caring Place
April – Wilco Regional Animal Shelter
July – Operation Liberty Hill
October – The Locker
May – The Key2Free
August – Texas Baptist Children’s Home
November – The Locker
June – The Key2Free
September – The Caring Place
December – The Caring Place