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Our Way of Saying Thank You

Our communities have contributed directly to the success of our business and our families. As a way of giving back, we're proud to offer the First Bank & Trust Community Fund, a philanthropy committed to supporting programs that benefit youth, enhance the liberal arts, advance education, and elevate the quality of life in the places we call home.

The Community Fund considers requests that meet the Mission Statement of the Fund:

  • Encourage youth development through elevating the level of educational, cultural, and athletic programs in the community.
  • Promote programs that enhance the liberal arts experience.
  • Support initiatives that improve the quality of higher education.
  • Benefit housing needs, particularly those relating to children and families, which provide opportunities for and encourage self-sufficiency.
  • Give assistance to disadvantaged youth.
  • Focus on strategies that respond effectively to the needs of our communities.

Need a Helping Hand?

We not only support our communities financially, but we encourage employees to donate their time by allowing paid time off to do so. If your organization could use a helping hand, complete the Volunteer Request form. Then, we'll spread the word among our employees, allowing them to contact you directly if they are interested!

Apply Now

Complete the form below to apply for funding through the FBT Community Fund or download an application to fill out and email to Community.Fund@bankeasy.com, or print and drop off at any of our locations.

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Description Document
Are you applying for funding for any of the following? (Select all that apply.)
Budget Upload (Complete the fields below or upload a budget overview.)

AUTHORIZATION

I acknowledge that all information in this application is true and correct. I certify I have the authority to request these funds and those will be used solely for the purpose described herein. I agree to furnish additional information as requested by First Bank & Trust or its affiliates. I understand that submitting an application does not guarantee funding. I agree to allow First Bank & Trust to use information provided in conjunction with this application for press releases at its discretion. Submitting an application through this website constitutes my e-signature. Any record containing an electronic signature shall be deemed for all purposes to have been "signed" and will constitute an "original" when printed from electronic records established and maintained by FBT or its agents in the normal course of business.

Each application is carefully reviewed by a committee. Please allow up to 8 weeks for a response.

Thank you for your submission!

Your application for funding through the First Bank & Trust Community Fund has been received. A summary of your application has been sent to the email address you provided.

Our Process

The Community Fund Committee will review your request at our next regularly scheduled meeting. Please allow up to 8 weeks for a response. You will receive a formal letter at the address provided on your application notifying you of the final decision.

For questions or updates regarding your request, please email Community.Fund@bankeasy.com. 

Need a Helping Hand?

We not only support our communities financially, but we encourage employees to donate their time by allowing paid time off to do so. If your organization could use a helping hand, complete the Volunteer Request form. Then, we'll spread the word among our employees, allowing them to contact you directly if they are interested!