JENKS, Okla., July 2, 2019 – Gateway First Bank, one of the ten largest banks by assets in the State of Oklahoma and one of the largest mortgage bank operations in the United States, announced it has donated $10,000 to the Disaster Relief Fund for Eastern Oklahoma. This fund, established by Tulsa Community Foundation (TCF) and Tulsa Area United Way (TAUW), provides assistance to nonprofit organizations that are supporting the residents of eastern Oklahoma who have been recently affected by weather-related flooding and tornadic storms.

Widespread storm damage and flooding has been reported in Tulsa and beyond to areas in eastern Oklahoma. The recovery needs in these communities are significant. Donations made to the fund will assist with mid- and long-term recovery needs. Once funds are collected, TCF will work with the TAUW to receive grant applications from agencies that have provided direct services to victims. Both organizations will assure grants are made to legitimate service organizations.

“At Gateway, we strive to make a difference by being involved in the cities and towns we serve,” said Hobie Higgins, chief community engagement officer of Gateway. “When the floods devastated the area, we knew we had to help jump in and help.”

Gateway First Bank maintains a strong presence in the Oklahoma communities it serves, including a dedicated community reinvestment effort facilitated through its “Gateway Gives Back” program. This program pledges to invest $275 million over the next five years and will focus its resources towards lending to minority communities, low- to moderate-income (LMI) communities, and contributing to non-profit organizations that support community development.

About Gateway First Bank 

Gateway First Bank is a leading financial institution that provides banking and mortgage services for consumers and commercial customers. Headquartered in Jenks, Oklahoma, Gateway is a $1.9 billion asset sized bank with a strong mortgage operation.  Gateway is one of the largest banking and mortgage operations in the United States with six bank branches in Oklahoma, over 160 mortgage centers in 42 states, and almost 1,600 employees.  Learn more at www.GatewayFirst.com. Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender (NMLS 7233)

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