FFB organizes successful book campaign « The VW-Independent

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First Financial Bank and its partners partnered with residents in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois in their latest book drive from May 6-24, collecting more than 4,000 books, including 230 in Van Wert and Delphos, to help increase financial literacy in the communities they serve.

Books were collected at First Financial offices in northwest Ohio and financial centers throughout the four states. First Financial will donate the books to Haven of Hope and the YWCA, as well as schools, libraries and other nonprofits in all other communities.

“We are pleased with the incredible participation of community members who helped with this book collection, as our collective efforts will have a positive impact on the financial literacy of the people who receive these volumes for years to come,” said Roddell McCullough, Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer of First Financial Bank.

While collecting books for the community, First Financial employees also distributed a list of books and articles designed to promote financial literacy for all ages. Titles included “A Bike Like Sergio’s” for elementary school students, “OMG: Official Money Guide for Teens” for high school students, and “The Art of Money: A Life-Changing Guide to Financial Happiness” for adults. The selections on this list cover the entire spectrum of life. The list will continue to be available upon request at local First Financial branches.