First Texas Bank takes pride in providing the parade float for the Queen’s Court each year. This year, the crown was won by Isabel Ybarra.
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.
From left to right: Barry J. Haag, Chairman and CEO of First Texas Bancorp with the Honorable Senator Dr. Charles J. Schwertner accepting the Texas Treasure Business Award. First Texas Bank Georgetown received this award for exceptional contributions toward the economic growth and prosperity of Texas.
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:
Soiree Wilco
Liberty Hill Rodeo
ROCK Barn Dance
Georgetown YMCA
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.
Food For Families
Breast Cancer Awareness
Toys For Tots
Boys & Girls Club
Killeen City Hall
Killeen Police Department – Officer Merlin
First Responder Appreciation
Breast Cancer Walk
Employees supporting Spring Ho Festival 2021 by all proudly wearing this year’s t-shirt
Project Graduation is a great event that we are very happy to support each year. This year, the donation was accepted by Ace Whitehead.
First Texas Bank donations are positively impacting our communities.
Donations: some recipients in 2019 have been: Boys and 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, Kingsland AquaBoom, The Lampasas Chamber, Vision Lampasas, Lampasas Association for the Arts, The Hill Country 100, Lampasas County Museum, Spring Ho and HisKids.
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
Rock’s 15th Annual Barn Dance – Moonlight and Miracles
Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce – The Inaugural Golf Tournament
Faith in Action – Roaring 20’s Mini Golf Gala
Marine Corps League of Round Rock
Wilco Soiree 2021: Georgetown Project, CASA of Wilco, Children’s Advocacy Center, and Boys & Girls Club of Georgetown
Round Rock Area Serving Center
The Salvation Army
This year, First Texas Bank had the opportunity to hand out water at mile #2 in the Toughest 10K Run Event. The event was a great success with a record number of participants.
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 2021.
January -The Caring Place
February – CPHS Band Booster Club
March – Texas Humane Heroes
April – The Key2Free
July – Operation Liberty Hill
May – Texas Baptist Children’s Home
August – Texas Baptist Children’s Home
June – The Key2Free
September – The Caring Place