7th Annual Volunteer Days Showcases First Western Bank’s Legacy of Service

MINOT, N.D. – First Western Bank is proud to host its 7th Annual Volunteer Days, taking place October 6th – 10th, 2025. During this week-long initiative, employees will partner with charities, non-profits, and community organizations to make a meaningful impact where they live and work.

Continuing the strong tradition of service, First Western employees are anticipated to contribute more than 1,000 volunteer hours throughout the week. Activities will include packing meals at food banks, cleaning up public spaces, creating tie blankets for shelters, providing cold-weather gear to local schools, and more.

Community involvement has been a cornerstone of First Western Bank since its founding by J.H. “Jack” Hoeven Jr., who instilled a culture of giving back that remains central to the bank’s mission over 60 later. “Volunteer Days is an event our employees look forward to every year,” said Brenda K. Foster, President & CEO of First Western Bank. “It reflects our ongoing commitment to strengthening our communities and carrying forward the legacy of service set by our founder.”

With nearly 350 employees across 19 locations in North Dakota, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Arizona, First Western Bank continues to embrace its role as a community bank. Volunteer Days provides an opportunity for employees to actively support local needs while honoring the bank’s long-standing dedication to improving quality of life in the communities it serves.