Media Advisory: FHLB Dallas, Citizens National Bank and Cadence Bank Award $9K Grant to Housing: Economic Resources & Education
Representatives from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas), Citizens National Bank and Cadence Bank will present a $9,000 Partnership Grant Program check to Housing: Economic Resources & Education (HERE) during a ceremonial check celebration. The funds will be used for homeownership education, supplies and outreach efforts.
The media is encouraged to attend the check presentation, which will include representatives from the banks and HERE. Learn more about the Partnership Grant Program at FHLB Dallas .
WHEN:
10:00 a.m., Monday, March 10, 2025
WHERE:
Housing: Economic Resources & Education
Housing: Economic Resources & Education
602 Adeline Street, Suite C
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Parking is available at the back of the building. Enter the building through the back entrance.
ATTENDEES:
John Griffith, Cadence Bank
Tyeisha Smith, Citizens Bank
Tyler Ladd, Citizens Bank
Alexandra Johnson, Citizens Bank
Mark Loya, FHLB Dallas
Lakeylah White, HERE
Mary Coleman, HERE
Lisa Wells, HERE
Tanya Bolden, HERE
Derrick Young, HERE
Heather Steele, HERE
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Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas
fhlb.com, (214) 441-8445
SOURCE: Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas
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