Press Releases
First State Bank Sponsors Key West Ambassador Class #43 Bottle Drive
We are excited to support the Key West Ambassador Class #43 and their Bottle Drive to benefit local students across Monroe County!
Connecting at the 2025 Greater Key West Chamber Business Trade Show
We had a great time at the 2025 Key West Chamber of Commerce Business Trade Show! It was fun meeting new people, reconnecting with familiar faces, and mingling with other local businesses.
First State Bank Rallies Behind Coral Shores Hurricanes
As proud Cat 1 sponsor of the Coral Shores High School Athletic Booster Club, we are thrilled to contribute $1,250 in support of the Hurricanes!
Celebrating Community Impact: Proud Sponsor of Florida Keys Nonprofit Day
We are proud to once again be part of Florida Keys Nonprofit Day at Marathon City Hall! It was an afternoon full of learning, networking, and community spirit - bringing together nonprofit staff, volunteers, and supporters from across the Keys.
Boosting School Spirit: Supporting Marathon High Athletics Banner Program
We are excited to team up with Marathon High School Athletics through their Banner Program! Our VP, Middle/Lower Keys Branch Manager, Tammy Elwell, presented a $450 check to Athletic Director Lance Martin to help boost school spirit and celebrate student athletes.
Honoring Heroes: First State Bank Sponsors MCSO Employee Awards
It was an honor to sponsor the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office 2nd Quarter Employee Awards Ceremony. Congratulations to Kenneth Fricke, Travis Lockwood, Jewliana Castillo, and Paul Petek for your incredible service and dedication.
A Day of BBQ, Smiles, and Service
The grills weren’t the only things fired up this past weekend at the 6th Annual BBQ Rib Battle, the competition was fierce too! We loved once again being to be part of such a fun event alongside the Greater Key West Chamber of Commerce and Shots and Giggles - Key West.
A Gift of Faith and Preservation
We’re honored to support The Basilica of St. Mary Star of the Sea's Renewing the Light of Hope capital campaign to renovate and restore their landmark sanctuary.
First State Bank Backs the Buccaneers
We’re raising the banner - literally! First State Bank is thrilled to support Horace O’Bryant’s banner program with a $300 donation. VP and Main Office Branch Manager Yaniley Garcia stopped by to hand off the check to Principal Brian Desilets, and to wish all the HOB teams a fantastic season.
First State Bank Named Finalist in Best of Marathon
We’re honored to be nominated for Best Bank in the Best of Marathon Awards. Serving the Florida Keys for the past 70 years has been a true privilege, and we appreciate the continued support as we work toward our first Best Bank win in Marathon!
Advocating for Women
Melinda Rice, VP and Premier Banking Relationship Manager, was warmly welcomed as a new member of the Zonta Club of Key West at the August meeting. Her commitment to empowering women and building community aligns beautifully with Zonta’s mission.
Investing in Growth
We’re proud to recognize Paul Reed, VP, Commercial Credit Manager, for graduating from the Florida Bankers Association’s 55th Annual School of Banking! At the heart of our success is a constant drive for leadership and growth, and Paul exemplifies that every day.