First Savings Bank is joining community bankers throughout the nation during April to celebrate Community Banking Month.  “This year’s theme is ‘Neighbors Helping Neighbors’, and as in the past, we celebrate the contributions that a true community bank can make to the residents and communities they serve,” said Fred Schea, President and CEO of First Savings.  “Community Banks were not the cause of the recent economic issues; however, Community Banks have and will continue to play a major role in rejuvenating the economy both locally and globally.” 

As part of the month-long celebration, First Savings will be holding a Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, April 16; offer a Customer Appreciation Day on Friday, April 23; and a “Non-Profit Volunteer Fair” on Wednesday, April 28.  In addition, a team of First Savings employees will be taking part in the April Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids event and the MS Walk in the Pennridge area as well as continued participation in the Pa. “Adopt-A-Highway” clean-up program. 

The Red Cross Blood Drive is open to the public from 9a.m. to 3p.m. and will be held at the Administrative Headquarters of First Savings at 219 S. Ninth Street, Perkasie.  For your convenience, appointments can be made by contacting Kim Weichel at 215-453-2317 or kweichel@FirstSavingsOnline.com.   Customer Appreciation Day will feature light refreshments at all First Savings Bank Branch Offices.  The “Non-Profit Volunteer Fair”, held from 4p.m. until 7p.m. at the Plumsteadville Fire House, 5064 Stump Rd., Plumsteadville, offers an opportunity to bring together organizations seeking volunteers with individuals interested in volunteering their time and talents. 

Throughout the month, children can also enter a contest to win a $50 Savings Bond and adults are welcome to enter a drawing for two tickets to a Phillies game.

“We are proud of the communities we serve and we are dedicated to the people and businesses that reside and operate in them,” remarked Schea.  “Our employees are committed to the local area and our focus lies in helping our communities to grow and prosper.   We’re also extremely proud of the First Savings Community Foundation.  During 2009, the Community Foundation donated over $170,000 to more than 65 not-for-profit organizations and charities.”

There's a world of volunteer possibilities out there!

The need for volunteers to assist non-profit organizations can sometimes feel like a never-ending search and often times those seeking volunteer opportunities aren’t sure how to go about contacting those organizations.  To help solve both sides of the volunteer equation, First Savings Bank, in conjunction with their Community Foundation, is sponsoring their third annual “Non-Profit Volunteer Fair” on Wednesday, April 28, 2010.  The event will be held at the Plumsteadville Fire House from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. 

“Non-profit groups and organizations are in need of volunteers to function and they deserve support from residents of the community.  In today’s economic climate, the number of volunteers needed in a wide cross-section of organizations is even greater,” noted Fred Schea, President of First Savings.  “We hope that this event will enable potential volunteers to learn more about the opportunities that are available from a variety of Non-Profit groups.  Last year, 30 non profit organizations participated in the Volunteer Fair and we invite and encourage the public to attend.”  

The event also provides the opportunity for area high school students to meet with representatives of Volunteer/Non-Profit groups and learn about possible Community Service opportunities to coordinate with their High School Graduation Project.

The Plumsteadville Fire Company will have a light food concession available for purchase during the event. The Plumsteadville Fire House is located at 5064 Stump Road just off Easton Road (Route 611), Plumsteadville.  The Volunteer Fair is free to both the public and participating non-profit groups.  More information can be obtained by calling 215-257-5035.