First International Bank & Trust (FIBT) is proud to announce its 11^th annual Live First Community Giving Campaign. Charitable and community organizations are encouraged to apply for awards totaling up to $63,000.
 
Who can apply?
Any organization benefiting the communities served by First International Bank & Trust. This includes non-profit organizations, community groups, classroom initiatives, etc. If you can demonstrate value to the community, you can apply for a Live First Community Grant!
 
What’s at stake?

• Grand Prize: One grant of $20,000
• Rising Star: Up to six grant winners will be selected from across our footprint to receive $3,000 each. This grant is designed for supporting a new non-profit organization or new initiatives from an existing non-profit that need a little kick-start.
• Category Winners: Up to one winner from each of our 11 applicant categories will be selected to receive $2,000 each. Categories include:
  • Critter Crusaders (organizations that help animals)
  • Allies of the Arts and Culture (organizations that focus on arts)
  • Wellness Warriors (organizations that promote health and wellbeing)
  • Hearts and Minds (organizations that focus on education)
  • Hope in Housing (organizations that offer help & support with housing)
  • Feeding the Community (organizations that provide food-based services)
  • Accessibility Champion (organizations that advocate for those with different abilities)
  • Support & Security (organizations that support at-risk individuals)
  • Family-Friendly (organizations that support families)
  • Nature League (organizations that support parks and natural spaces)
  • Safety Society (organizations that respond to emergencies and keep our communities safe)
• Social Media Star: Three grants of $1,000 each will be awarded based on the most likes on each organization’s original photo on the FIBT Facebook page.

 
How and when can organizations enter?
An online entry form will be available beginning Wednesday, April 2 through Wednesday, April 16. Watch our FIBT social media channels for links, details, and more information on how you can support your chosen organization.
 
Additional details and official rules can be found on the First International Bank and Trust website (FIBT.com) and by visiting the First International Bank & Trust Facebook page.