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5 days ago
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FHLB Dallas and The First National Bank of McGregor Award $12K Grant to Texas Retiree
Funds Used to Replace Roof Badly in Need of Repair WACO, Texas, June 02, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With a new roof over her head, Mary Hamilton can once again relax in her home of 50 years. She received a $12,000 Special Needs Assistance Program (SNAP) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas), through FHLB Dallas member The First National Bank of McGregor (TFNB), to replace the roof on her home. Awarded through FHLB Dallas member institutions, SNAP provides grants for the repair and rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing of eligible, special-needs individuals such as elderly and disabled homeowners. "I'm so happy to have a new roof," Ms. Hamilton said. "There's no way I would've been able to afford it without this grant." Ms. Hamilton has osteoarthritis and has trouble walking. She lives in her Waco, Texas, home with her son and grandson. Now retired, the former accountant worked at a large retailer in various roles for 24 years. She discovered the SNAP program through Waco Habitat of Humanity. TFNB partners with Habitat for Humanity to identify residents who need major repairs. "We are so pleased to be a part of this program," said Jason Lavender, executive vice president at TFNB. "So many homeowners have major repairs that they just can't afford. That's where SNAP comes in." FHLB Dallas set aside $2 million of its 2025 Affordable Housing Program funds for SNAP. "It's rewarding to see this program in action," said Greg Hettrick, senior vice president and director of Community Investment at FHLB Dallas. "These funds have a direct impact on homeowners' comfort, safety and sense of well-being." More than $28 million in funds has been awarded to households in FHLB Dallas' District of Arkansas, New Mexico, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas since the creation of the SNAP in 2009. "I'm so pleased and happy and blessed," said Ms. Hamilton. "It's pretty awesome that people do these kinds of things." Learn more about the SNAP. About TFNB Your Bank for Life For 136 years, TFNB has been more than a bank—we've been a trusted neighbor, a steadfast partner, and a pillar of the Central Texas community. Founded in 1889 as The First National Bank of McGregor, we are the oldest bank in McLennan County and the seventh oldest national bank in Texas still operating under its original charter. But our story isn't just about longevity; it's about the relationships we've built and the communities we continue to serve. About the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas is one of 11 district banks in the FHLBank System created by Congress in 1932. FHLB Dallas, with total assets of $109.9 billion as of March 31, 2025, is a member-owned cooperative that supports housing and community development by providing competitively priced loans and other credit products to approximately 800 members and associated institutions in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico and Texas. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Corporate CommunicationsFederal Home Loan Bank of (214) 441-8445 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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5 days ago
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FHLB Dallas and The First National Bank of McGregor Award
WACO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With a new roof over her head, Mary Hamilton can once again relax in her home of 50 years. 'It's rewarding to see this program in action,' said Greg Hettrick, senior vice president and director of Community Investment at FHLB Dallas. 'These funds have a direct impact on homeowners' comfort, safety and sense of well-being.' Share She received a $12,000 Special Needs Assistance Program (SNAP) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas), through FHLB Dallas member The First National Bank of McGregor (TFNB), to replace the roof on her home. Awarded through FHLB Dallas member institutions, SNAP provides grants for the repair and rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing of eligible, special-needs individuals such as elderly and disabled homeowners. 'I'm so happy to have a new roof,' Ms. Hamilton said. 'There's no way I would've been able to afford it without this grant.' Ms. Hamilton has osteoarthritis and has trouble walking. She lives in her Waco, Texas, home with her son and grandson. Now retired, the former accountant worked at a large retailer in various roles for 24 years. She discovered the SNAP program through Waco Habitat of Humanity. TFNB partners with Habitat for Humanity to identify residents who need major repairs. 'We are so pleased to be a part of this program,' said Jason Lavender, executive vice president at TFNB. 'So many homeowners have major repairs that they just can't afford. That's where SNAP comes in.' FHLB Dallas set aside $2 million of its 2025 Affordable Housing Program funds for SNAP. 'It's rewarding to see this program in action,' said Greg Hettrick, senior vice president and director of Community Investment at FHLB Dallas. 'These funds have a direct impact on homeowners' comfort, safety and sense of well-being.' More than $28 million in funds has been awarded to households in FHLB Dallas' District of Arkansas, New Mexico, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas since the creation of the SNAP in 2009. 'I'm so pleased and happy and blessed,' said Ms. Hamilton. 'It's pretty awesome that people do these kinds of things.' Learn more about the SNAP. For 136 years, TFNB has been more than a bank—we've been a trusted neighbor, a steadfast partner, and a pillar of the Central Texas community. Founded in 1889 as The First National Bank of McGregor, we are the oldest bank in McLennan County and the seventh oldest national bank in Texas still operating under its original charter. But our story isn't just about longevity; it's about the relationships we've built and the communities we continue to serve. About the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas is one of 11 district banks in the FHLBank System created by Congress in 1932. FHLB Dallas, with total assets of $109.9 billion as of March 31, 2025, is a member-owned cooperative that supports housing and community development by providing competitively priced loans and other credit products to approximately 800 members and associated institutions in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico and Texas. For more information, visit
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Climate
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Carteret County prepares for hurricane season with annual expo
CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — Carteret County Emergency Service will be hosting its annual Hurrican Preparedness Expo on Monday, May 5, 2025, in preparation for the upcoming hurricane season. This even will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, located at 3505 Arendell Street in Morehead City. It offers residents to be able to learn from local, state, and federal experts about what to expect during hurricane season and how to best prepare their homes and families. The expo will feature presentations from meteorologists, emergency managers, county staff, and key community organizations, such as the Salvation Army and local volunteer groups. There will also be booths with North Carolina Emergency Management, and many other vendors, as well as representatives from Carteret County departments to answer any questions. The expo will also offer: Hurricane season outlook from the National Weather Service Evacuation zone look-ups Special Needs Assistance Program registration Expert presentations, including 'Preparedness for Hurricane Season 2025' byErik Heden, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National WeatherService Forecast office in Newport/Morehead City, NC. Informative presentationswill begin at 9:30 a.m. 'Preparing for hurricane season is a community effort,' Carteret County Emergency Management Coordinator, Aaron Stryker said. 'This expo provides residents with thetools and knowledge they need to protect themselves and their families.' The event is co-organized by Carteret County Emergency Services, Carteret CountyGovernment, and the U.S. National Weather Service in Newport/Morehead City. For more information, please call 252-222-5841. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
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FHLB Dallas Recognizes Hope Credit Union and Hope Enterprise Corp. for Community Investment
DALLAS, April 04, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) is excited to announce its 2025 Community Area Revitalization Efforts (CARE) Award recipient. Collectively, Hope Credit Union and Hope Enterprise Corporation. (HOPE) were honored today with the award, which recognizes a member financial institution for its commitment to community investment. Each year, FHLB Dallas recognizes a member or members that support affordable housing and other community investment programs using FHLB Dallas grants and advances (loans). The honor includes a $15,000 donation from FHLB Dallas toward a nonprofit or nonprofits of the member's choice. HOPE was honored for its consistent use of the Special Needs Assistance Program (SNAP), which funds critical home repairs and upgrades for low-income homeowners with special needs, such as elderly or disabled homeowners. It was also honored for its use of the Homebuyer Equity Leverage Partnership (HELP), which provides down payment and closing cost assistance to first-time homebuyers and the Affordable Housing Program, FHLB Dallas' signature grant program for the construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing. "Being honored by FHLB Dallas and recognized as the 2025 CARE Award recipient is a testament to the resilience of our members and the under-resourced Deep South communities we serve." said HOPE CEO Bill Bynum. Experience the full story in this video about how HOPE has impacted its communities using FHLB Dallas programs. "HOPE's impact on affordable housing and community investment in some of this nation's poorest towns and cities is remarkable," said Bruce Hatton, community marketing and outreach manager for the Community Investment department at FHLB Dallas. "We congratulate HOPE and look forward to more great things from them." About the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas is one of 11 district banks in the FHLBank System created by Congress in 1932. FHLB Dallas, with total assets of $127.7 billion as of December 31, 2024, is a member-owned cooperative that supports housing and community development by providing competitively priced loans and other credit products to approximately 800 members and associated institutions in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico and Texas. For more information, visit our website at About HOPE HOPE (Hope Enterprise Corporation, Hope Credit Union, and Hope Policy Institute) provides financial services, leverages resources, and engages in advocacy that strengthens the financial health and wealth of people in under-resourced Deep South communities. Since 1994, these efforts have benefitted more than three million people in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee and influenced billions in investments in persistent poverty communities nationwide. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Corporate CommunicationsFederal Home Loan Bank of 214.441.8445 Sign in to access your portfolio
