21st Century Bank

08/31/2026

🎪 Celebrate community and give back at the 26th Annual Loretto Fun Fest! 🎆

It's almost time for this year's Loretto Fun Fest, happening on Saturday, September 12th, 2026, starting at 3:00 p.m. at Loretto Lions Park!

It is going to be an action-packed day featuring a Medallion Hunt, the ACME Magic Factory, a First Responders softball game, and an amazing fireworks show at 8:30 p.m. Plus, all kids' activities—including inflatables, face painting, and carnival games—are completely FREE!

🥫 Help Us Support Our Neighbors in Need!
This year, 21st Century Bank is hosting the event's donation drive. We are asking our amazing community to help us collect non-perishable food items and monetary donations. You have two easy ways to give:

📍 Pre-Fest Drop-off: Visit our 21st Century Bank Loretto branch between September 1st and September 11th during regular business hours.

🎪 At the Fest: Bring your donations directly to the 21st Century Bank booth at the entrance of Loretto Lions Park on September 12th from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Grab a burger, enjoy the community expo, and let's make a real difference together. We can't wait to see you there!

🔗 Check out the full schedule of events here: https://lorettomn.gov/index.asp?SEC=2717297D-D348-4023-BC52-210CFD9213A5&DE=763867CC-AD01-4E1E-8C44-3CF9C2C6EBB8

City of Loretto, MN

08/28/2026

At 21st Century Bank, we stand alongside our community partners to provide pathways to end youth homelessness. You can make a direct difference in the lives of young people by joining us at these upcoming fall benefit events.

Clays 4 Youth
The Event: A day of clay shooting, networking, and outdoor camaraderie.
The Impact: Raises critical funds for emergency housing and youth support services.
Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eZfr7NJj

Hunt 4 HOPE
The Event: An immersive upland hunting experience with fellow community-minded professionals.
The Impact: Builds vital awareness and financial backing for local youth facing housing insecurity.
Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eY-5ew4u

Hops 4 HOPE
The Event: A relaxed evening enjoying local craft brews and great conversations.
The Impact: Brings neighbors together to toast to community resilience and brighter futures for our young people.
Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eJgKJRfz

HOPE 4 Youth

08/26/2026

With the MN State Fair starting, be sure to support local businesses - check out the list below - brought to you by WomenVenture

08/24/2026

Get ready for a BOLD night out for an incredible cause! 💥

At 21st Century Bank, we love seeing our community come together to support the next generation. That's why we are so excited to cross-promote the Bolder Bash hosted by Bolder Options.

Bolder Options does amazing work providing wellness-based mentoring for middle school youth when they need support the most. This September, their gala-style fundraiser returns—bigger, bolder, and in a brand-new interactive space.

Event Details:

🗓️ Date: Thursday, September 17
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 New Location: Royalston Square (501 Royalston Ave, Minneapolis)

Come celebrate mentoring, connect with an incredible community of everyday heroes, and be part of something deeply meaningful. Because together, we are Bolder Together!

🔗 Get your tickets by clicking the EVENTS link in their Linktree or visiting: https://www.bolderoptions.org/bolder-bash

Get your tickets for a BOLD night out 💥The Bolder Bashis bigger, bolder, and in a brand-new interactive space at Royalston Square.

📅 Thursday, September 17
⏰ 5:30–9:00 PM
📍 Minneapolis

Celebrate mentoring, connect with an incredible community, and be part of something meaningful—because together, we are Bolder Together.

👉 Get tickets by clicking the EVENTS link in our Linktree.

08/10/2026

🪙 Many business owners think loans are only for buying real estate or as an emergency backup. But the SBA 7(a) loan is one of the most versatile growth tools available for small businesses.

Here is what you can use an SBA 7(a) loan for:
💴 Working Capital: Keep operations smooth during rapid growth periods.
💵 Equipment Upgrades: Buy the machinery or tech needed to scale production.
💴 Inventory & Hiring: Stock up for peak seasons and hire top-tier talent.
💵 Debt Refinancing: Restructure high-interest debt to free up monthly cash flow.

At 21st Century Bank, we work with our clients to tailor SBA 7(a) solutions to fit your exact operational timeline and growth goals.

Start planning for the next phase of your business. Connect with a member of our banking team today. https://21stcb.com/our-business-banking-team/

08/06/2026

**Help local students start the school year ready to learn!** 🎒✏️✨

At **21st Century Bank**, we are proud to cross-promote an essential community effort led by our friends at NACE - North Anoka County Emergency Foodshelf

NACE serves hundreds of families across North Anoka County—including East Bethel, Ham Lake, St. Francis, Oak Grove, Bethel, Cedar, Linwood Township, Stacy, and Wyoming. Their annual **School Supplies Drive** ensures local children have the supplies they need to begin the school year with confidence.

**What They Are Collecting (New & Unopened):**

* 🎒 **Backpacks:** New backpacks (no wheels)
* ✏️ **Writing & Drawing Tools:** Dixon Ticonderoga #2 pencils, Crayola crayons (24-pack), colored pencils, washable markers, red pens, yellow highlighters, and fine-tip black Expo markers
* 📓 **Paper & Folders:** Wide-ruled spiral notebooks, wide-ruled loose-leaf paper, and two-pocket folders (Red, Blue, Yellow, Green, Purple)
* ✂️ **Classroom Essentials:** Fiskars student scissors, Elmer’s glue sticks and white glue, pink erasers, rulers, Sharpies, and hand sanitizer

Every notebook, pencil pack, and backpack makes a tangible difference for a student in our community!

📍 **Drop-Off Location:** NACE Foodshelf, 18511 HWY 65 NE, East Bethel, MN 55011 *(During regular business hours)*

📞 **Questions?** Call 763-434-7685

🔗 **Learn more about their mission:** https://www.nacefoodshelf.org/
Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce Ham Lake Area Chamber of Commerce

We are still collecting school supply donations!

07/30/2026

Celebrating Legacy and Leadership at the Renaissance Reimagined Gala🤝

We are proud to participate in this year's Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC) Renaissance Reimagined: Where Culture Meets Commerce Gala on August 8th.

For more than two decades, the MBCC mission has focused its initiatives on strengthening and promoting Black-owned businesses across Minnesota. This year's gala holds historic significance as it introduces the Inaugural Minnesota Black Business Hall of Fame.

They look forward to honoring distinguished leaders who have built companies, opened doors, mentored generations, and fundamentally shaped Minnesota's Black business community: Honorees include:

🏆Frank Brown
🏆Fredrick Blocton
🏆Tracey Williams-Dillard
🏆Frederic Estes
🏆Gloria Freeman
🏆Ezell Jones
🏆Lea Hargett
🏆Sharon Smith-Akinsanya
🏆Prince Wallace

As the MBCC states: "The Renaissance isn't coming. It is already here".

We invite our professional network to join us in supporting this vital initiative, honoring these incredible pioneers, and charting the future of Minnesota’s Black businesses.

Event details: https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/097e9529-7458-48ae-b102-967a587fd9e4/events/vevt:b83bcbcf-ee49-46e1-a5ea-f9e3cac9602f/home/story

07/29/2026

Let’s set our local students up for success this school year! 🎒✏️

At 21st Century Bank, we are proud to cross-promote a wonderful back-to-school initiative from our friends at People Serving People.

This summer, you can help students residing at their shelter prepare for the upcoming school year. From now through August 10th, People Serving People is collecting backpacks and essential school supplies to ensure every child has exactly what they need to learn, grow, and succeed in the classroom.

Want to make an immediate impact? Giving is easier than ever! You can purchase their most-needed items directly through their Amazon registries, a great way to ship essential supplies straight to their shelter doors.

Your generosity goes a long way in giving these students confidence on their first day of school. Let's come together and show our support for these amazing kids!

🔗 **Shop the Amazon Registry to ship items directly:** https://loom.ly/Npx-xSs](https://loom.ly/Npx-xSs
🔗 **Learn more about their In-Kind Giving program:** https://www.peopleservingpeople.org/give-get-involved/ways-to-give/in-kind-giving/

This summer, you can help students at People Serving People prepare for back to school! Get involved today by donating backpacks and school supplies now through August 10. You can purchase many of our most-needed items through our Amazon registries. They are a great and easy way to ship essential supplies directly to our shelter.

Your generosity will give our students what they need to learn and succeed in school! Visit our registry at: https://loom.ly/Npx-xSs

07/27/2026

☀️ The summer heat is sizzling, but back-to-school season is right around the corner! 📚✨

At 21st Century Bank, we want to ensure every student steps into the classroom ready to succeed. Now through August 17th, we are proud to partner with the Kids In Need Foundation for their 2026 School Supply Drive!

We are collecting new supplies and monetary donations to empower under-resourced students across our local community this fall.

You can drop off items or monetary donations at any of our following branches during regular bank hours:

📍 Blaine📍 Ham Lake📍 Rogers📍 Roseville📍 Eagan

Most Needed Items Include: • Notebooks & 2-Pocket Folders • Pencils, Crayons, Coloured Pencils & Washable Markers • Pencil Pouches, Glue Sticks & Scissors • Other core essentials: Backpacks, highlighters, pens, copy paper, hand sanitizer, and disinfectant wipes!

Every single folder, pencil, and dollar helps a child feel confident on their first day of school. Let’s pack these bins and support our local classrooms together! ❤️

🔗 Learn more about the mission: https://www.kinf.org/


Anoka Area Chamber of Commerce MetroNorth Chamber of CommerceHam Lake Area Chamber of Commerce I-94 West Chamber of Commerce Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce

07/22/2026

Let’s help local kids get ready to learn!🎒✏️

At 21st Century Bank, we are proud to promote an incredible community initiative from our friends at WeCAN - Western Communities Action Network. From **July 21st through August 3rd**, WeCAN is hosting their annual **School Supply Drive** to ensure every student has the tools they need to succeed this fall.

To make giving as easy as possible for our community, **we are accepting physical supplies and monetary donations at our Loretto branch** during regular business hours!

By coming together, we can alleviate the financial stress on local families and empower students to walk into the classroom with confidence.

**Here are some of their Most Needed Items:**

* Large Backpacks
* Headphones / Earbuds
* Ticonderoga #2 Pencils (sharpened)
* WIDE-lined spiral notebooks
* Fiskar scissors (5 & 7 in)
* Art sketch books
* *Check out the attached flyer for the full list of accepted supplies!*

Let's pack those backpacks and show our local students that their community is cheering them on!

📍 **21st Century Bank Drop-off:** 699 North Medina St., Loretto, MN 55357
📍 **WeCAN Drop-off:** 5213 Shoreline Dr., Mound, MN
📅 **Drive Dates:** July 21 - August 3

🔗 **Find more details and ways to support here:** https://www.wecanmn.org/single-post/school-supply-drive

Our school supply drive is in full swing! You can drop off donations at WeCAN or one of our many partners, including:
21st Century Bank in Loretto
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Community in Mound
Minnesota Lakes Bank in Mound
Good Shepherd church in Navarre
River Valley Church in Minnetrista
First Presbyterian Church of Maple Plain
Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Excelsior
Artessa Living in Mound
Lafayette Club
St John's Lutheran Church of Mound, MN
Lyndale Lutheran Church in Independence
Bethel Church in Mound
Bank of Maple Plain
and Coldwell Banker in Wayzata