Community Posts

First Security & First Security Foundation Give to Charles City Public Library

First Security Bank is proud to donate $6,000, matched by the First Security Foundation for a total of $12,000, to restore the floor in the Zastrow River Room.

Otto's Oasis: A Brief Story Behind a Charles City Tradition

While 1313 Gilbert Street has been the location of a florist and greenhouse business since 1913, Otto’s Oasis has been serving Charles City and the surrounding communities since 2007.

From Passion to Profession: How Ana Blickenderfer Created Sew That!

Ana Blickenderfer describes how her quilting business and event venue came to be.

First Security Foundation Announces $7k Contribution to American Passenger Train Museum

First Security is proud to contribute to preserving Charles City's history because it will enrich the town and honor the memory of many individuals, such as Jim Smith, who departed from the depot to serve their country.

First Security Announces $5k Contribution to Dumont Legion Post 360 for Military Memorial

First Security employee Katie Menken in Dumont says, “What a wonderful way to honor our local veterans. I’m excited to see the finished project because I’ll get to look at the beautiful memorial every day!”

Foundation Announces $10k Contribution to Franklin County Fair Grandstand Construction

These changes will cost around $95,000. Fundraising includes grants and donations, as well as a $10,000 contribution from the First Security Foundation.

First Security Foundation Pledges $5k to Chickasaw Township Fire District

The First Security Foundation contributed $5,000 toward this effort. The Chickasaw Township Fire District is using these funds to purchase Battery-Operated Jaws, Battery-Operated Cutters, and Battery-Operated Rams.

Shredding Confidential Papers: Why, Where, & How

We want to help keep personal documents private, so we are offering a FREE shred event for our communities!

First Security Foundation Announces $10,000 Contribution Toward Mitchell County Regional Health Center Construction

The First Security Foundation is among one of those donors, having pledged ten thousand dollars to the building. Once the Riceville Clinic is finished, Mitchell County residents will have easier access to healthcare, which, in turn, will benefit the entire county. The First Security Foundation is proud to be a part of the building of the Riceville Clinic.

Ground Broken on New NIACC Career Center

The groundbreaking ceremony of the NIACC Career Center recently took place in Charles City. The First Security Foundation is the lead donor for the project.