Community Commitment

Web and Glady Hawkins: A Legacy of Ink, Integrity and Impact
In every town, there are names that quietly shape its identity—through service, generosity, and a deep-rooted commitment to community. In Osawatomie, Kansas, Web and Gladys Hawkins are two such names. Their legacy, built through decades of fearless journalism and civic leadership, continues to influence the town’s culture, infrastructure, and spirit. This story honors their enduring impact and the values they lived...

For many people, buying a home feels like one of life’s biggest moments — and it is. A home is more than an address. It’s a place where you can breathe a little easier, put down roots, and start building a future that’s truly yours. Instead of watching rent go out the door each month, homeowners get to build equity, create lasting memories, and feel secure as they move into the next stage of life. It’s steady, it’s grounding, and it’s an exciting...

First Option Bank Celebrates
Gregg Lewis' 50-Year Milestone

Serving Our Customers Since 1923

For more than a century, First Option Bank has been committed to helping our customers thrive financially while strengthening the communities we call home. Since opening our doors in 1923, our goal has remained the same: provide exceptional banking services with honesty, integrity, and a deep sense of community stewardship.

Over the decades, the banking industry has...

Honoring Veterans Through Everyday Support: The John DeVore Charitable Trust

As we pause to honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans this Veterans Day, First Option Bank is proud to spotlight one of our Trusteed Foundations that quietly but powerfully supports veteran families year-round — the John DeVore Charitable Trust.

A Legacy of Compassion in Miami County

The John DeVore Charitable Trust is a private foundation dedicated to helping individuals and families in...

Every year on September 5, the world comes together to celebrate the International Day of Charity—a day dedicated to recognizing the power of giving and the impact of compassion. At First Option Bank, charity isn’t just a one-day event—it’s a cornerstone of who we are.

Since our founding in 1923, First Option Bank has been more than a financial institution. With 10 locations and deep roots in the communities we serve, we’ve...

  Be on the lookout April 21 through April 25! Our First Option Bank piggy banks are on the move!

Each day, Monday through Friday, one of our pigs will be hanging out near a well-known landmark or organization in our communities. A clue to the location will be posted ONLY on our Facebook and Instagram pages (click here to "like" us and follow us). If you’re lucky, you’ll find a piggy and be able to claim the prize! 

If you found a piggy,...

Be on the lookout April 26 through April 30! Our First Option Bank piggy banks are on the move!

Each day, Monday through Friday, one of our pigs will be hanging out near a well-known landmark or organization in our communities. A clue to the location will be posted ONLY on our Facebook page (click here to "like" us). If you’re lucky, you’ll find a piggy and be able to claim the prize! 

If you found a piggy, here's what to do next:

Take...

In a world full of options, we are grateful to be your First Option in handling your Investment and Trust Administration needs. 

We're having our annual May Day Open House, on Friday, April 30, 2021 from 10am - 4pm. We hope you can come by and enjoy: 

Specially Packaged May Day Cupcakes Bouquets and Flower Seed Giveaways (while supplies last) Drawing for Fun Spring Items   and More!

Thank you for the confidence...

We believe the quintessential ingredient that makes community banking special is "relationships". As your community bank, we are celebrating what makes our community great April 26 - 30, 2021. Stop by and help us honor the people, farms, businesses and families that give us our local strength. Find out how our "ingredients" can feed into your plans and support you in every stage of life.

Customer Appreciation
Stop in our branches anytime during our Community Bank Week celebration,...

During America Saves Week we're taking a look at "What's the Easiest Way To Save"?

The answer...Automatically!

Saving Automatically is the easiest and most effective way to save - especially over time. There are three basic strategies you can use, when saving automatically.

Split to Save: Instruct your employer to direct a certain amount from your paycheck and transfer it to a retirement or savings account. Y Auto-Transfer: Every payday, have your...