COMMUNITY IMPACT

In the Community

Since opening our doors in 1949, First Federal Bank of Louisiana has remained committed to making a difference in the lives of the people of Southwest and Central Louisiana, and we have received national recognition for our efforts. We take pride in working with non-profit organizations committed to enhancing the quality of life in the communities we serve. First Federal Bank of Louisiana strives to adhere to core standards that comply with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). As a community bank, it has always been our mission and responsibility to support the community through nonprofit and organization event support, in-kind donations and volunteer through the Change Makers Volunteer Group to ultimately help families, schools, businesses and local economies prosper.

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First Federal Bank of Louisiana is the Emerging Community Bank Service Award winner for the Independent Community Bankers of America’s (ICBA) National Community Bank Service Awards 2026. The program recognizes outstanding acts of service and creative volunteer efforts of the nation’s community banks. The award honors the bank’s Backpacks of Hope program, which gives local students backpacks full of kid-friendly snacks and hygiene essentials. Learn more here. 

Employee Volunteer Team

At First Federal Bank of Louisiana, we believe in giving back to the communities where we live and work. Our volunteer team, the Change Makers, is dedicated to making a positive impact through hands-on service. Whether supporting local charities, participating in fundraising walks, assisting at food banks, or helping at community festivals, our employees are committed to strengthening our neighborhoods. Volunteering isn’t just about giving time—it’s about building connections, fostering growth, and creating a better future for everyone. Through the Change Makers, we’re proud to support the causes that matter most to our community. 

Eagle Giving Fund logo

In 2024, First Federal Bank of Louisiana launched the Eagle Giving Fund, an employee-based donation program that allowed team members to voluntarily donate a portion of their paycheck to local non-profit organizations that align with the Bank’s mission. Each year a different non-profit organization in Central and Southwest Louisiana is chosen to receive the donations. This year the Eagle Giving Fund benefited Care Help of Sulphur and Family Justice Center.

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Fill out the form below to request funding or support. Our Marketing & Community Impact Department will reach out to further discuss. Please view our frequently asked questions first to determine if your funding request may qualify.

First Federal Bank of LA’s primary focus is to support programs that develop community growth, strengthen families, improve the quality of life, and provide programs for youth that teach integrity, accountability and responsibility through:

  • Teaching financial literacy through programs that provide individuals and businesses with the tools needed to be financially fit.
  • Strengthening communities through economic development, job training, small business development, affordable housing, and neighborhood revitalization.
  • Cultivating the arts and culture community by possible funding for festivals, music events, cultural activities, art programs for underserved youth, and historic preservation initiatives.
  • Improving community health and human services for the underserved.
  • Supporting school activities/sporting events to encourage healthy communities and team building skills.
  • Improving community spirit through volunteering and supporting community/school activities.

Priority is given to those projects which:

  • Serve our geographic area.
  • Demonstrate a plan for long-term sustainability and potential to be replicated.
  • Support affordable housing for low-to-moderate income individuals.
  • Provide community services for low-to-moderate income individuals.
  • Promote economic development.
  • Provide neighborhood revitalization or stabilization program.
  • Focus on addressing a specific unmet need or issue.
  • Help attain community development credit.
  • Organization is governed by a board of directors.
  • Organization demonstrates fiscal and administrative stability.

First Federal Bank of LA generally does not support:

  • The sole benefit of an individual.
  • Nonprofits not in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State office.
  • Local, state, or national political organizations or campaign committees.
  • Religious organizations for strictly religious purposes.
  • Controversial organizations in potential conflict with First Federal Bank of LA’s mission and core values.
  • National and international organizations, unless their programs have a significant, measurable local impact.
  • Trips and tours for individuals and groups, including transportation costs.
  • Individual sports teams that are not associated with a school.
  • Go Fund Me Accounts.
  • Requests for the discretionary, non-specific use of an organization.
  • Talent and beauty contests.

Please do not send any personal account or sensitive information in any email correspondence. Email is not a secure means to send personal information.