Community Involvement First Commerce Bank

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NJBIA Women Business Leaders Forum

Thank you New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) for hosting another amazing event, the 9th NJ Women Business Leaders Forum. FCB enjoys making new connections while fostering existing relationships. We’re already looking forward to next year!

Table with people Speakers Banquet Hall

Jackson Community Day

FCB had a wonderful time at Jackson Community Day. We enjoyed participating in all the fun and excitement, seeing our neighbors and supporting our local community throughout this year’s event. A special thank you to all those who stopped by our table to chat with us. We’re already looking forward to the community event!

Jackson Day 10-22-2023 - Matteo and new Jackson Customer

7th Annual Veterans, Disabled Children & Active-Duty Military Fishing Day

On August 26th First Commerce Bank proudly attended the 7th Annual Veterans, Disabled Children & Active-Duty Military Fishing Day event at Lake Juliano in Millstone. John Crisafulli; Senior Business Development Officer, Doreen Goch; Commercial Loan Officer, and other First Commerce Bank customers were pleased to volunteer at this amazing event. This is what community banking is all about. We are so thankful for all who were involved in planning this event, as it touched many individuals. We look forward to next year’s Annual Fishing Day event!

7th Annual PLAY HOOK - e Veterans, Children with Disabilities and Active-Duty Military Fishing Day -

Ride4Regesh

We are a proud Sponsor of the Ride4Regesh event. As your hometown community bank, it is an honor to participate in local events and build connections with the people in our neighborhood.

WEEH Networking Event

We are a proud sponsor and honored to host the WEEH Networking Event. Attendees enjoyed mingling and networking with healthcare leaders, professional women, and local business owners. This amazing group of women are an inspiration to all. This event celebrated the culmination of their collective vision to make a difference within the healthcare industry. A special thank you to April Huchko, Doreen Goch, Rae Cohen, Marina Votinova, Rima Patel, Sandy Shur, Rivka Brodsky, Shira Lasry and all members of the WEEH who are making a positive impact in the healthcare industry. Productive. Forward. Together.

Make-A-Wish “Walk and Roll”

We are dedicated to being responsive to the needs of our community, by working with local nonprofit organizations like Make-A-Wish New Jersey. We are honored to be a part of a foundation whose mission is to grant wishes to children for renewed hope, strength and the return of the joys of childhood.

Women’s Rights Information Center of Englewood Donation

As your hometown community bank, FCB is committed to making a difference in our neighbors’ lives. Contributing to local charities such as Women’s Rights Information Center of Englewood is one way we give back to our community. Our donation provided a week’s worth of groceries to five local families.

Master Buildher Project for Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity‘s Women Build Project

We are a proud sponsor of this year’s Master Buildher Project for Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity‘s Women Build Project. We are thankful to have such strong women and proud volunteers supporting this event. A special thank you to Kristine Novakowski. Great job team!

American Legion Donation

Count on First Commerce Bank’s continued dedication to giving back to our community. Our contribution toward the purchase of a new van for the Cresskill American Legion Association shows our commitment to serving our local non-profit organizations.

Bank Officer Presenting Check to American Legion

Letter from Camp Merrit Post 21, which reads "On behalf of American Legion Post 21 and DAV Bergenfield Chapter 32 we would like to thank you for your most generous donation of $1000.00 in helping us acquire a new van to transport our veterans to their doctors' appointments. Your most generous donation is greatly appreciated. Your $1000.00 donation is tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law as American Legion Post 21 is a 501 © 3 non-profit organization".

A Day of Advocacy

First Commerce Bank’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Donald Mindiak and VP/Senior Business Development Officer, John V. Crisafulli attended the “A Day of Advocacy” event, coordinated by the New Jersey Jewish Business Alliance. It was a productive session where Donald spoke to attendees about making economic reforms and policies to support the growth of businesses in New Jersey.

Two men standing inside the state capital

North Essex Chamber of Commerce Event

First Commerce Bank attended the North Essex Chamber of Commerce Event at the Double Tree Hotel in Fairfield. John Crisafulli, VP Sr. Business Development Officer, Philippe Ferreira VP Commercial Loan Officer & SBA Lending Manager, James Cook, AVP Community Banking Officer – Fairfield represented the Bank. Congratulations to James for being named as a new Chamber Board Member. We continue to be involved in our communities to provide the drive, dynamism and connective energy to make a positive impact in our local communities.

Man and women presenting to a group of people

Team Challenge Scholarship Award Presentation

First Commerce Bank takes pride in our involvement with the Monmouth Chamber of Commerce’s Team Challenge Scholarship Award. Thank you to Kimberly Flanagan, AVP, Community Banking Officer and the Freehold Branch for hosting another great event.

Picture of Freehold Branch with Awards for the scholarship winners.

Picture of Freehold Branch and Branch Manager

Central Ocean Business Association’s “Meet the Bankers” Event

First Commerce Bank was a proud sponsor of Central Ocean Business Association’s Meet the Bankers Event and was attended by John V. Crisafulli, VP/Senior Business Development Officer, and Marina Votinova, Community Banking Officer – Lakewood.

TWYF Sports Showcase Series 2022

First Commerce Bank co-sponsored the TWYF Sports Showcase Series event held on Saturday, November 12th at Bethany Community Center in Washington Twp., New Jersey. The purpose of Team Winfree (TWYF) events is to provide safe, fun and competitive sports and educational opportunities for youth in the Greater NY/NJ area, helping to provide a path to success through athletics and financial literacy. A special thank you to the First Commerce Bank team who attended every game in support of student athletes competing in the TWYF Showcase.

Raffle winner and the First Commerce Bank team

Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce Business Networking Event

First Commerce Bank was a proud sponsor of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce Business Networking Event held at the Adventure Crossing USA Complex in Jackson. Attendees enjoyed food and fun interactive games, from the driving range to the simulated arcade games (XV/RV Games). A special thank you to John Crisafulli: VP, Senior Business Development Officer, Chris Smith: VP, Commercial Loan Officer, Marina Votinova: Lakewood Community Banking Officer and Danial Natoli: Lakewood Assistant Branch Manager. This is what hometown community banking is all about!

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