These days, anyone can fall victim to identity theft and servicemembers might be relatively easy targets. Because servicemembers are away from home for long stretches of time and receive a steady source of income, it's easy for scammers to obtain a servicemember's information without being noticed.
"First Bank has always been there and always encouraged me to do more," said Kris Allen, Area Manager in Southern CA, as he discusses his involvement in the community to bring about positive changes.
First Bank, along with the Greater St. Louis Honor Flight, had the pleasure to feature Navy Captain Dale Schaefer in the “Tribute to Those Who Served” at a St. Louis Blues game. Captain Schaefer was active in the military from 1958 – 1963 and then in the reserves for over 25 years. He served on the front lines of the Cold War during the building of the Berlin Wall and the Cuban missile crisis. He flew A3 Bombers and had 199 mission landings.
John Schweitzer was featured during First Bank's Tribute to Those Who Served at the St. Louis Blues Game on March 24, 2022. He served active duty in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War from 1967 to 1974 and was in the reserves from 1974 to 1985.
“When you have someone tell you that you’ve made a difference in someone else’s life, that’s a feeling that just can’t be replaced” says Tim Randazzo, Creative Director at First Bank. Listen to Tim as he shares his experience with starting his own non-profit and how First Bank encourages and supports his efforts.
Joann Folluo was featured during First Bank's Tribute to Those Not Forgotten at the St. Louis Blues game on March 8, 2022. She served in the US Army during the Korean War.
William Nelson was featured during First Bank's Tribute to Those Who Served at the St. Louis Blues game on January 13, 2022. He served in the U.S. Army and spent 355 days in Vietnam.