FNBT employees gifts check to DCDC employee

Community bank supports local economic growth with $5,000 gift to DeWitt County Development Council

February 13, 2025

Clinton, IL, February 13, 2025 - First National Bank and Trust Company is proud to support the DeWitt County Development Council (DCDC) with a $5,000 contribution to further its mission of fostering economic growth and job creation. These funds will directly support DCDC’s initiatives, operations and community microgrants, which provides crucial resources for local businesses to expand and thrive.

DCDC plays a vital role in attracting, retaining, and growing businesses in DeWitt County. While the organization’s primary focus is on local commerce, its impact extends far beyond business owners—positively affecting employees, families, and the entire community. Through strategic initiatives, workforce development programs, and tailored support for both new and existing businesses, DCDC continues to strengthen the local economy.

“We cannot thank First National Bank and Trust Company enough for their support,” said Curt Homann, Director of DCDC. “Their commitment to helping clients and communities aligns perfectly with our mission to build a strong and successful community. While working together, every success we share is a direct success in elevating the economic impact of local households.”

DCDC provides businesses with the various programs and tools they need to expand services, increase efficiency and better serve the community. Homann emphasized the significance of this partnership and community collaboration, stating:

“The partnership with First National Bank and Trust Company through the REV program alone has impacted so many local businesses expand services, become more efficient and better serve the community. Our strength is in working together and FNBT is the portrait of community strength."

First National Bank and Trust Company firmly believes that a community’s success is built on the strength of its small businesses and takes pride in longstanding partnerships for growth. Since 2017, the bank has contributed more than $45,000 to DCDC, reinforcing its dedication to local economic development.

About First National Bank & Trust Company: First National Bank & Trust Company is a community bank with locations in Clinton, Illinois, and Arcadia and Whitehall, Wisconsin. Committed to community prosperity, the bank was chartered in 1872 under the name DeWitt County National Bank and became part of TS Banking Group in 2017. With $400 million in assets, First National Bank & Trust Company reinvests 10% of its pretax profits back into the community. For more information, visit firstnbtc.com.