SOUTHERN PINES, N.C, Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --
First Bank
, North Carolina's largest community bank, made a number of donations this week to charities within its footprint. These include:
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NourishNC: to support the construction of a new, larger facility that
will increase access to and efficiency of its many programs, as well as
provide additional storage for fresh and nonperishable food donations.
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The Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills: in support of a capital
project that will allow the nonprofit to purchase and refurbish a new
gym for the program.
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The United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County: in support of their
many programs and grants to local nonprofits designed to lift up those
who are most vulnerable and at risk.
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Feeding the Carolinas: in support of those food banks and charitable
agencies in the bank's footprint that help feed thousands and support
those in need.
"Now, more than ever, it is so important to fulfill our mission as a pillar
of support in the Carolinas," said Mike Mayer, First Bank president and
CEO. "Our hope is that these donations, in combination with everything else
that First Bank team members have done in 2020, will help those who need it
most as we look ahead to 2021 and to hopefully brighter days."
These donations are in addition to several other initiatives First Bank
began this year, including the establishment of an annual scholarship at
Shaw University (Raleigh, NC), the 12 Days of Giving campaign (currently
underway bank-wide in each branch and department), the sponsorship of the
EverFi National Financial Bee and subsequent local scholarships this April,
and its continued support of and financing for numerous chapters of Habitat
for Humanity across the state.
About First Bank
First Bank is the banking subsidiary of First Bancorp and is headquartered
in Southern Pines, North Carolina, with total assets of approximately $7.1
billion. As a state-chartered community bank, First Bank operates 101 bank
branches in North Carolina and South Carolina. Since 1935, First Bank has
taken a tailored approach to banking, combining best-in-class financial
solutions, helpful local expertise, and technology to manage a home or
business. First Bancorp's common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global
Select Market under the symbol "FBNC." Visit our website at
www.LocalFirstBank.com
. Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender.
SOURCE First Bank
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