Community First Bank of the Heartland

Community First Bank of the Heartland Welcome Back to Personal Banking. It's part of how your community bank puts its community first each and every day.

Community First Bank of the Heartland is the official bank of Jefferson County, Illinois, with 4 locations in Mt Vernon, Woodlawn and Dix. Being locally owned means Community First is a "true community bank" that keeps decisions affecting your finances local while providing services and products that are both practical and competitive at the highest level of customer service. Community First serve

s local residents beyond banking and financial matters, acting upon its dedication to area businesses, organizations, schools, initiatives and youth.

What a beautiful day to be on the golf course supporting a great cause! ⛳️🏌️Community First Bank of the Heartland was pr...
06/05/2026

What a beautiful day to be on the golf course supporting a great cause! ⛳️🏌️

Community First Bank of the Heartland was proud to participate in the MVTHS Foundation Golf Scramble today at Green Hills Golf Club. Representing CFB were Jacob Parks, Kirk Dunbar, Karen Pelker, and Jared Knapp.

We always appreciate opportunities to support local education and invest in our community. Thank you to the MVTHS Foundation for hosting another wonderful event!



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Community First Bank of the Heartland is proud to support organizations that make a difference in our community! ❤️Today...
06/05/2026

Community First Bank of the Heartland is proud to support organizations that make a difference in our community! ❤️

Today, Kathleen Howard, VP, presented a donation to support The Crew's BBQ Fundraiser, benefiting James Malone, The Crew, and the A. P. Petties Community Center as they continue their mission of serving and strengthening our community.

The Crew was hard at work this morning at Corinthian Baptist Church, preparing hundreds of delicious BBQ lunches for today's fundraiser. If you haven't ordered yet, walk-in orders will be available starting at 12:00 PM today!

Thank you to The Crew and everyone involved for their dedication to helping others. We are honored to support your efforts and the positive impact you make throughout our community.



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Financial fraud is more than just an inconvenience—it can have a serious impact on your life.When fraudsters gain access...
06/05/2026

Financial fraud is more than just an inconvenience—it can have a serious impact on your life.

When fraudsters gain access to your financial information, it can lead to:
💸 Financial Loss – Unauthorized transactions can drain your accounts and disrupt your finances.
📉 Poor Credit – Fraudulent accounts or unpaid charges can damage your credit score.
😟 Stress & Inconvenience – Recovering from fraud often requires time, paperwork, and countless phone calls.
🪪 Identity Theft – Criminals may use your personal information to open accounts, apply for loans, or commit other crimes in your name.

The good news? Many of these hardships can be avoided by taking a simple step: check your bank account daily. Regularly reviewing your transactions helps you spot unauthorized activity quickly, giving you a better chance to stop fraud before it causes significant damage.

Stay vigilant, monitor your accounts, and contact your financial institution immediately if you notice anything suspicious.



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🥛 June is National Dairy Month! 🐄At Community First Bank of the Heartland, we're proud to support the hardworking dairy ...
06/03/2026

🥛 June is National Dairy Month! 🐄

At Community First Bank of the Heartland, we're proud to support the hardworking dairy farmers and agricultural producers who help feed our communities and strengthen our local economy.

Our Ag Lending team, Jason Newell and Steve Down, are dedicated to helping farmers grow and succeed with customized financing solutions for operations of all sizes. Whether you're expanding your farm, purchasing equipment, or planning for the future, we're here to help.

This month, join us in celebrating the dairy industry and the people behind it. Thank you for all you do! 🌾🚜



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June is National Homeownership Month — the perfect time to take the first step toward owning the home of your dreams! 🏡💙...
06/01/2026

June is National Homeownership Month — the perfect time to take the first step toward owning the home of your dreams! 🏡💙

Whether you’re buying your first home, upgrading, or refinancing, Community First Bank of the Heartland is here to help make the process simple and stress-free.

Our experienced mortgage lenders, Jared Knapp and Karen Pelker, are ready to guide you through the pre-approval process and answer your questions every step of the way.

📞 Call Jared or Karen today at 618-244-3000 to get started!

Local lenders. Personalized service. Community-focused solutions.

It’s graduation and summer party season. Beware of unexpected “You’re invited” texts and emails that are actually phishi...
05/29/2026

It’s graduation and summer party season. Beware of unexpected “You’re invited” texts and emails that are actually phishing scams. These fake invitations ask for your email login credentials or a special pass code to open them, but don’t do it.

Scammers send unexpected messages that look like they're from well-known invitation platforms like Evite or Paperless Post. Some messages list someone you know as the host and make you enter your email username and password to see event details. Some messages tell you to enter a phone number and share a special code to RSVP. That’s not how real invitations work. This is just a scammer trying to steal (or reset) your account information. If they get in, they might take over your email account and send the same scam to your contacts.

If you get an unexpected invitation like this, resist the urge to click. Instead, check with the host to make sure it’s real.

To help protect yourself from phishing texts and emails:

- Keep security software updated. Set your computer software to update automatically so it will deal with any new security threats. Update your phone's software regularly, too.

- Use two-factor authentication. Taking extra steps to verify who you are makes it harder for scammers to log into your accounts if they get your username and password.

- Act quickly. If you think a scammer has your email account information, change your password to create a new, strong passphrase right away.

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☀️ Don’t let the summertime blues ruin your vibe. Bank with a team that gives you the best of both worlds — top-notch di...
05/28/2026

☀️ Don’t let the summertime blues ruin your vibe. Bank with a team that gives you the best of both worlds — top-notch digital banking technology and friendly local service you can count on.

With Community First Bank, you can bank anytime, anywhere with our convenient digital tools, while still knowing a real person is just a phone call away when you need help. No endless menus. No big-bank runaround. Just hometown banking made easy. 💙

Make the switch to the right bank this summer. 🌊🏖️

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🚨🛡️ Scammers are becoming more convincing every day — and many fraud attempts start with an unexpected phone call.If som...
05/22/2026

🚨🛡️ Scammers are becoming more convincing every day — and many fraud attempts start with an unexpected phone call.

If someone calls you out of the blue asking for personal or financial information, STOP and THINK before you share anything.

❌ Never give out:
• Online banking usernames or passwords
• Debit card numbers or PINs
• Social Security numbers
• One-time security codes sent to your phone
• Account numbers or personal details

Remember:
✔️ Legitimate financial institutions will never call and pressure you to provide sensitive information immediately
✔️ Scammers often pretend to be from your bank, the government, or even a trusted company
✔️ If you’re unsure, hang up and call the organization directly using a trusted phone number

The safest response to unexpected requests for personal information is:
👉 “I’ll call you back using the number I know is legitimate.”

Stay cautious and stay protected! 💙



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In observance of Memorial Day, all Community First Bank of the Heartland locations will be closed on Monday, May 25th.To...
05/21/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, all Community First Bank of the Heartland locations will be closed on Monday, May 25th.

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

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Please join us in welcoming Danielle King to the Community First Bank of the Heartland team! 🎉Danielle joins us as a Tel...
05/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming Danielle King to the Community First Bank of the Heartland team! 🎉

Danielle joins us as a Teller and is excited to serve our customers and community with friendly, exceptional service.

We’re thrilled to have Danielle on board and look forward to the positive impact she will make at CFB. Be sure to stop by and say hello! 💙



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117 N 10th Street
Mount Vernon, IL
62864

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

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