Financial Wellness & Education

In honor of Community Banking Month in April, Planters First Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) are shining a spotlight on community bank efforts to create economic prosperity for Americans in urban, suburban, and rural communities nationwide. “As a financial service provider with deep community ties, we apply our local knowledge and financial expertise to help the citizens of Middle Georgia reach their financial goals while supporting important causes that...

Sleep tight — Your money is safe! If the economy suddenly tanks or some banks fail, there’s absolutely no reason to head to your local bank branch and withdraw a suitcase full of cash. Your money is much safer in a bank than it would be stuffed under your mattress (or anywhere else). Protecting our customers’ deposits and funds at Planters First Bank is a top priority. You may have heard that Planters First Bank is FDIC-insured or is a member of the FDIC. But what does that mean for...

Start 2023 with peace of mind by getting your finances in order. It’s easy to organize and keep track of your finances with our Digital Banking Tools. Getting set up will save you time and help you reach your goals. Check out these features and more: SETUP THE SAFETY FEATURES ON YOUR CARD Easily receive low-balance notifications Know when your card is being used by getting alerts Instantly turn your card off and on SCHEDULE ONE-TIME AND RECURRING PAYMENTS You can...

We are excited to announce our 2022 Debit & Win It Sweepstakes Winner! Please Note: This Debit & Win It Sweepstakes was for all personal checking account holders who use their Planters First Bank Discover Debit card during the month of November; for more information, click here to see the Official Rules. What if I don’t have a PFB Discover Debit card? No problem! Simply contact us Toll-Free at 833-732-8351 or speak with your personal banker to switch your current debit...

Planters First Bank is proud to announce the 2022-2023 November School Administration Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools. This spotlight program is held in conjunction with the Pulaski County School System through their nomination and directional process on choosing the educator for the monthly spotlight that will run from September through April of each school year. Congratulations, David Coffey, for being selected as this month’s spotlight! David Coffey is the assistant principal...

We are excited to announce our 2022 Debit & Win It Sweepstakes. Use your Planters First Bank Discover® Debit card between November 1 and November 30, to be automatically entered to win our $5000 Cash Giveaway. You’ll receive one entry for every purchase made with your Planters First Bank Discover debit card during the associated promotional period- it’s that simple! Please Note: This Debit & Win It Sweepstakes is for all personal checking account holders who use their Planters...

Community Bankers Association of Georgia Elects Eli Tinsley to the Board of Directors of Community Bankers Association of Georgia Eli Tinsley, President of Planters First Bank, Cordele, was elected to the Board of Directors of Community Bankers Association of Georgia (CBA) as a Member at Large. Nominations for the 2022-23 CBA Board of Directors were announced and approved at CBA’s Annual convention held in September at the Ritz Carlton, Amelia Island, Florida. His term began on October...

Chris joined Planters First Bank in May 2022 and has been promoted to Senior Lending Officer based on his outstanding knowledge, experience, and his distinguished banking career. Chris received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Macon State College and his post-graduate degree from the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University. Chris and His wife Amy have 2 sons, Landon 21 a Senior at Georgia Southern University studying Engineering, and Braydon 17 a Senior...

Planters First Bank’s leadership team is made up of experienced and local professionals ready to get to know you, your family, and your business. We believe in volunteering, making an impact, and leaving the world just a little bit better than we found it. And we don’t hesitate to celebrate the accomplishments of our employees, customers, and community members—because it energizes all parties. Our goal is to help you succeed - because when you succeed, we succeed. ...

The Georgia Consumer Protection Guide for Older Adults is designed to help older adults avoid fraud and exploitation, make wise choices about their money and well-being, and navigate some of the challenges that come with aging. “Older adults, especially those who speak English as a second language, can be particularly vulnerable to scams and deceptive practices,” said Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr. “This guide was designed to empower older adults, their families, and...

Planters First Bank is proud to announce the 2022-2023 September School Administration Spotlight for Pulaski County Schools. This spotlight program is held in conjunction with the Pulaski County School System through their nomination and directional process on choosing the educator for the monthly spotlight that will run from September through April of each school year. Congratulations, Sonya Ryan, for being selected as this month’s spotlight! Sonya Ryan is the newly appointed Pre-K...

Do you want to be heard and understood? Try Planters First Bank. Since 1896, Planters First Bank has been helping people just like you. Find out why businesses and families come to us first – and bank with us for generations. So proud of our actors, Annabelle daughter of Jason Lord, Perry Market President, and Liam son of Dan Duchnowski, Chief Banking Officer.