Heading off to college is an exciting time, full of new experiences and independence. But amidst the excitement, it’s crucial to prioritize protecting your personal information and financial accounts from identity theft and fraud. Think of it as an essential course in caution—one that Federated Bank is here to help you ace, no matter where […]
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Community Banks Continue to Provide Small Business Lending
Over the past few months, rising interest rates have impacted different aspects of our economy. Additionally, inflation has been higher than in the past and talk of future economic uncertainty has made news. These factors have led to some to say that business lending will be negatively impacted. Recently, one famous TV personality made the […]
Scholarship Opportunity for Local High-School Seniors
Communities are living, breathing organisms – always growing, always changing. Today’s students will be tomorrow’s leaders. It is important that healthy communities support local students as they invest in their education and build a future for themselves. In that spirit, Federated Bank is pleased to invite Illinois high-school seniors to enter a statewide essay-writing contest […]


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