Lena State Bank

05/21/2026

05/16/2026

Spring is a great time to refresh more than your home– your finances deserve a checkup too! Review your bank statements, update passwords, and cancel unused subscriptions. Taking a few minutes now can help prevent fraud and set you up for a smarter, safer financial season.

05/14/2026

Please join us in congratulating Zoie Gipe, Assistant Branch Manager, on her recent graduation from the Highland Leadership Institute! 🎉

This accomplishment reflects Zoie’s dedication to personal and professional growth, as well as her commitment to making a positive impact in our communities. We are proud to have her as part of our team and look forward to seeing all she will continue to achieve.

Congratulations, Zoie, on this exciting milestone!

05/12/2026

Now might be the right time to start that home project you’ve been thinking about.

With our limited-time HELOC special, you can take advantage of a low introductory rate while keeping your financing flexible.

No guesswork. Just clear guidance and local support. Visit https://www.ffgbank.com/spring-heloc-special for more information or contact us to explore your financing options today!

05/08/2026

05/08/2026

A group of our team members enjoyed attending the Lena Historical Society event, where they learned about the Ghost Towns of Stephenson County. We appreciate opportunities to connect with our communities and learn more about the rich history of the area.

05/07/2026

This National Small Business Week, we’re proud to celebrate the entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses, and local leaders who help our communities thrive. Small businesses create jobs, fuel our local economy, and bring unique character to the places we call home. As your local community bank, we’re honored to support their growth with local decisions, trusted relationships, and a commitment to helping businesses succeed at every stage.

04/28/2026

We’re proud to support the LenaStrong Community Fund and stand with our Lena community during this time. We’re grateful to see so many people coming together to help neighbors in need.

Donations can be made online at the Lena Strong Community Fund https://fornwil.org/lena-strong-community-fund/, or by dropping off a check at our bank, payable to the Lena Strong Community Fund. We are proud to serve as a local drop-off location and help connect support to those who need it.

While Lena continues to recover from the recent tornado, we are encouraged by the support that continues. We are thankful we can announce the Community Fund received a $25,000 donation from Lena State Bank and Foresight Bank.

Donations can continue to be made online to the Lena Strong Community Fund at https://fornwil.org/lena-strong-community-fund/, or by dropping off a check at The Foundation office in Freeport or at Lena State Bank, payable to The Foundation for Northwest Illinois.

04/22/2026

Our community continues to recover from the recent storms, with many families facing loss and damage. The Lena Strong Community Fund has been established to support those impacted.

Donations can be made online at the Lena Strong Community Fund https://fornwil.org/lena-strong-community-fund/, or by dropping off a check at our bank, payable to the Lena Strong Community Fund. We are proud to serve as a local drop-off location and help connect support to those who need it.

The Foundation for Northwest Illinois has activated the Lena Strong Community Fund. All funds donated will be directly distributed to the nonprofits lending aid during this time of crisis. Additionally, The Foundation pledges to match these funds, dollar-to-dollar, up to $50,000.

04/21/2026

Thinking about buying a home? Your tax refund could be a great way to jumpstart your down payment. Even a small boost can make a big difference–making homeownership more within reach. Our mortgage team is here to guide you every step of the way. Reach out today to get started at [email protected] or start a loan application online here.
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