Financial Wellness: Our Passion at First National Bank and Trust Company

Financial Wellness Program

In 2017, First National Bank and Trust made the decision to invest time and resources into financial wellness in its local community and surrounding areas. It’s been one of our great joys to see the many lives impacted through this program. 

In the United States today, families are faced with critical financial decisions now more than ever. We serve as a resource to help families handle decisions concerning the economy, education and most importantly, personal finance with expertise. We are taking a long-term approach to solve financial pain while helping create a more financially savvy future generation.  

Classroom Programming

Money Mammals

DeWitt County kindergarten classes are learning from the Money Mammals how to save, share and spend smart. This class includes a lesson and a piggy bank for the students to save at home.

Great Food Truck Race

Third graders participate in the Great Food Truck Race in the spring. Students learn about the importance of having a household budget, in addition to getting an introduction into an entrepreneurial mindset by designing their very own food truck. The winning designs receive a cash prize to start their savings.

This year, 149 students in Wisconsin participated across Arcadia Public Schools, Whitehall Public Schools and Holy Family Catholic School.

 

In-School Banking

CES Maroons

On January 18, 2023, an in-school savings bank opened at Clinton Elementary School. The First National Bank and Trust Company CES Maroons Branch serves students in second through fifth grade. At this branch, students can begin saving for their long-term and short-term goals. The CES Maroons Branch “hires” student bankers to complete the transactions with the help of FNBT staff and community volunteers.

Deland-Weldon

On January 27, 2023, First National Bank and Trust Company opened a second in-school savings bank at Deland-Weldon Elementary School in Piatt County, Illinois. The First National Bank and Trust Company Deland-Weldon Branch serves students in PK through ninth grade. At this branch, students can save for their long-term and short-term goals. Like the CES Maroons Branch, the Deland-Weldon Branch “hires” student bankers to complete the transactions with the help of FNBT staff and community volunteers.

Money Smart Week

First National Bank and Trust Company partners with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago to provide money-related education in De Witt, Piatt and Logan Counties. Programming and classes are offered in the community and at local schools to help consumers better manage their personal finances. All programs are free of charge. For more information about this program click here: https://www.moneysmartweek.org/. 

For more information about these financial activities and how to get them implemented at your school or organization contact First National Bank and Trust Company at (217) 935-2148.