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Be in the know about what’s happening at First State Bank, including the latest updates, employment opportunities, community involvement, and more.

Scholarship

Attention High School Seniors!

Did you know First State Bank has a scholarship open for you? Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Check out the details below and submit your application at your local First State Bank branch. Act fast – the deadline is April 1st!

Open to:

  • Current First State Bank Customers (Parents Included)
  • Current High School Seniors
  • Current Plans to Attend a Two- or Four-Year College, University, or Trade School Next Fall

Apply by April 1st

Be sure to check our website and social media for updates as we typically offer scholarship opportunities annually to our local students.

Employment

We are on the lookout for passionate individuals to fill positions as they open at any of our First State Bank locations. Be sure to check our website and social media for updates on employment opportunities.

Community Support
Local Organizations

First State Bank is committed to supporting the local economies of our region. We strive to provide support through sponsoring, volunteering, and partnering with local organizations while attending events and actively volunteering in our communities.

Through the efforts of our staff, First State Bank is continuing to make a difference in our towns and in the lives of people who call the Red River Valley home.

A Few of the Events and Organizations First State Bank Supports:

Giving Hearts Day – Thursday, February 13, 2025
We are excited to support our favorite local organizations, and you can join us in making a different by visiting https://app.givingheartsday.org

Bowling For a Great Cause – October 26, 2023
A group of First State Bank employees participated in the Grand Forks Optimist Club’s annual Tim Goetz Bowling Fundraiser raising money for Safe Kids Grand Forks and took first place! Way to go Reggie, Larissa, Rick, and Randy.

Multiple people standing up holding a First State Bank banner

 

“Pack the Backpack” – August 8, 2023
This year First State Bank is excited to be participating in the “Pack the Backpack” program powered by United Way. This program fights to end childhood hunger by providing food in students’ backpacks to help feed them on the weekends.

A male and female adult standing at a blue table with multiple food items in boxes on the table

 

Thompson School – January 27, 2023
As a community bank we take pride in giving back especially to projects that directly benefit current students and future generations. Today we had the opportunity to help support the Music Department at Thompson Public School in their goal to raise money for a new baby grand piano.

Bank executives holding up a giant check with representatives from Thompson School
Customer Appreciation

Be sure to check our website and social media for updates as each summer we celebrate our amazing customers with a cookout at select First State Bank locations.

A large gathering of people eating at tables outside of a First State branch
Dates to Remember

Labor Day – Monday, September 2, 2024
All branches will be closed on Monday, September 2nd in observance of Labor Day. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.

Columbus Day – Monday, October 14, 2024
All branches will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.

Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 28, 2024
All branches will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.

Christmas – December 24 – December 25, 2024
All branches will be closed starting at noon on December 24 and will remain closed through Christmas Day, December 25.

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