President, Gene Neighbor and others, at the Marion Plaza ground breaking

Philanthropy

A Tradition of Giving Back

As a local, family-owned community bank, philanthropy is at the heart of FSB’s deeply rooted commitment to the communities it serves.

The neighbor family accepting the 2024 St. Luke's Founders Award in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Supporting Local Communities

FSB is honored to donate more than $270,000 to more than 75 local non-profit organizations each year to support various educational programs, local community enrichment initiatives, and donor-dependent charitable organizations that enhance the quality of life for those living and working in Linn and Johnson Counties.

City of Marion Big Check Presentation For $200,000 Donation
FSB giving a big check to the Hiawatha Public Library for $75,000 in 2017

Volunteering: FSB's Team in Action

In addition to monetary donations, FSB’s employees volunteer thousands of hours to organizations that impact the communities in which they live, work, and play.

FSB employee teaching children to save for their annual event.
Group of FSB employees supporting Habitat for Humanity
FSB employee volunteering at a golf hole sponsorship for the annual Marion Chamber outing.
FSB employees volunteering at an event in Alburnett, Iowa.
FSB employee volunteering at the Linn County Fair in Alburnett, Iowa.
FSB employee serving customers at the annual customer picnic










Making a Difference Together

FSB's focus on philanthropy helps significantly strengthen local communities. Contributions through donations and volunteers foster a positive impact within Linn and Johnson Counties.

More Than a Bank

FSB is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and wants to help local organizations make a difference, with over 70% of donations going to 501(C)(3) groups.

Donation requests for education, health care, and quality of life initiatives are prioritized, as well as event sponsorships where FSB is the sole financial institution sponsoring the event.

To submit a donation request, please complete the request form below. While FSB makes every effort to respond to all inquiries as soon as possible, please allow 2-4 weeks for a donation request response.

Donation Request Form Event Sponsorship Form