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Contact: Peter Poon Kwong, poonkwong@bgcsctn.org 

FIRST FARMERS & MERCHANTS BANK STRENGTHENS IT’S SUPPORT FOR LOCAL YOUTH THROUGH RENEWED INVESTMENT IN BOYS & GIRLS CLUB 

First Farmers Bank executives Molly Hissong, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer; Jill Giles, Chief Financial Officer; and Brian Williams, Chief Executive Officer, present a check to Ginny Wright, Chief Executive Officer, and Laurie Guzman, Director of Resource Development, in support of Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee.

Columbia, TN – First Farmers & Merchants Bank, a Columbia-based bank wholly owned by First Farmers & Merchants Corporation, has made a generous $25,000 donation to Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee (BGCSCTN). This gift reflects First Farmers’ deep commitment to strengthening the communities they serve and underscores the bank’s leadership in giving back to local causes. 

First Farmers has been a trusted partner of BGCSCTN since the organization’s founding in 1999. Beyond financial contributions, the bank has demonstrated extraordinary commitment through volunteer board leadership and employee involvement in hands-on service, ranging from financial literacy workshops to serving meals to Club members. In recognition of this dedication, First Farmers received a prestigious 2023 C.A.R.E. Award (Children Are the Reason for Excellence) from the Tennessee Area Council of Boys & Girls Clubs. Selected from nominations across more than 70 Club sites statewide, the bank was honored for its outstanding commitment to Tennessee youth. 

“First Farmers believes in investing in the future of our communities,” said Brian K. Williams, Chairman and CEO of First Farmers & Merchants Bank. “Our contribution to the Boys & Girls Club of South Central Tennessee reflects our deep commitment to supporting youth development, education, and opportunity. This organization is tremendously important to our community, and their programs provide a safe, inspiring space for young people to grow, learn, and thrive. We are proud to play a part in their mission.” 

Ginny Wright, CEO of BGCSCTN, expressed her gratitude for the bank’s enduring support: 

“First Farmers has been a loyal and dedicated friend to kids in our communities since the inception of Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee. They truly serve as a partner in providing hope and opportunity for young people. From their financial commitment to their ongoing board service, to the countless employees who have volunteered their time—First Farmers has changed the lives of countless youth across our region.” 

Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee remains committed to ensuring that every child in the region has access to the tools and resources they need to succeed. This generous gift from First Farmers will directly support Club operations and programs, creating life-changing opportunities for more than 1,600 young people across Giles and Maury Counties. 

About First Farmers & Merchants Bank 

As one of Tennessee’s leading community banks, First Farmers shares this vision for stronger communities. With more than $1.9 billion in assets, $5.9 billion in administered trust assets, and 22 financial service centers across Davidson, Giles, Hickman, Lawrence, Marshall, Maury, and Williamson counties, First Farmers has remained deeply rooted in Middle Tennessee. The bank’s focus goes beyond financial services—it is about people, community, and shared success. 

About Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee 

The vision of Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee is to provide a world-class Club Experience that ensures success is within reach for every young person who enters our doors. Founded in 1999, Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee serves more than 1,500 youth annually across three Clubhouse sites and eleven school-based locations. In partnership with Maury County Public Schools since 2016, the Club has expanded its reach to provide vital services to children and families throughout the region. 

For more information about Boys & Girls Clubs of South Central Tennessee and its programs, please visit BGCSCTN.