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This is YOUR year 💪 Read our latest blog for some helpful tips on how to tackle that pesky debt in 2025: https://lnkd.in/e5X47B5z.

Southside Bank is proud to be a Corporate Mission Partner of Cancer Care Services in Tarrant County. Branch Managers Norma and Angela attended the Heroes of Hope Luncheon this Fall to show our support for this great organization. Cancer Care Services provides free cancer support services to everyone in Tarrant County. They believe that no one should cope with cancer alone. They walk with cancer patients through their journey to limit the impact of cancer on their financial, emotional, and day-to-day well-being. Member FDIC

𝗙𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹 Daniel, a young and enthusiastic owner of a local bike shop, was ecstatic. He'd just received an email congratulating him on being selected for a "Small Business Grant Program" sponsored by a national bank he vaguely recognized. The email boasted a substantial sum to help him expand his inventory. Dollar signs danced in Daniel's head – this grant could be a game-changer... Read Daniel's story about a grant scam at https://lnkd.in/g5EcNjbn.

In 2024, our team members will volunteer thousands of hours in their communities. Matt Horton, Southside Bank Vice President, Project Management Officer, shares why he gives back: “Whether I am serving God’s calling or humanity’s calling, I am called not to horde the blessings I’ve been given but to multiply them by blessing others. I am thankful to work for a company like Southside Bank that not only invests back into the communities at a corporate level, but also on a very personal level. Southside opens the gates to serve, and I feel guided to answer that call. It is only by giving back that I truly grasp all the grace and gifts I’ve been given.” Giving back is personal to each one of us, and we’d like to encourage you to give back too! With each hour we volunteer, we’re making our local communities a bit better each day.

Southside Bank is proud to be a Circle of Giving Member with Fort Worth Sister Cities International. Each year, this organization hosts the Mayor's International Dinner and some of our Fort Worth team members were able to attend. Fort Worth Sister Cities International's mission is to promote Fort Worth globally and enrich our community through international education, exchange and commerce, creating a more peaceful and prosperous world. We are proud to be a part of the Fort Worth community and all that it has to offer. Member FDIC

This week, Southside Bank hosted our third annual Reverse Junior Achievement (JA) in a Day with Tyler ISD. 17 Tyler ISD high school students from the Career & Technology Center attended our classroom sessions, took headshots with a professional photographer, and toured different departments at the bank. Executive management participated in an engaging panel discussion and provided insights for students on personal and career growth. Member FDIC

We are pleased to announce that Southside Bank has been named a Best Bank to Work For in 2024 by American Banker for the third year in a row, ranking #54 out of 90 in the nation. CEO Lee Gibson said, "This prestigious recognition is truly a reflection of our team members who value and contribute to a positive work culture and show support to their fellow colleagues. I am proud to stand with our team in our efforts to support our communities, provide excellence to our customers, and to support and encourage one another in the process."

Last week, Southside Bank partnered with Chapel Hill ISD to facilitate our financial empowerment program "Making Cents" for over 100 attendees at Kissam Intermediate School in Chapel Hill, Texas. Making Cents was developed to bring families together to gain financial knowledge in a fun environment. This year we hosted a raffle and gave away two bicycles, board games, and financial literacy children’s books. We're looking forward to partnering with Chapel Hill and other organizations in 2025. Member FDIC

As the year draws to a close, now is the perfect time to make strategic decisions that can positively impact your 2025 tax return. Though the window for tax-saving moves is narrowing, there’s still an opportunity to implement smart strategies that could enhance your return. 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿: • Maximize Retirement Contributions • Take Advantage of Charitable Donations • Harvest Investment Losses • Review Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) • Prepay Deductible Expenses Read the full article and learn more at https://lnkd.in/gfx2BwCC.

We'd like to thank Southside Bank team member Brynner Nkala for serving our country. 🇺🇲 Brynner recalls his time in the U.S. Army, “As I stood waist deep in a swamp at sunset during a failed land navigation exercise, I questioned what had brought me to that moment. I glanced over my right shoulder and saw the flag with stars and stripes and was reminded exactly why I was there. That moment reinforced the idea that what we do in such times has a lasting impact. Not only does it secure the rights and freedoms of people here at home, but also inspires hope in parts of the world where belief in democracy, freedom, and equality has been lost.” We’d like to thank Brynner and all our U.S. Veterans today. We recognize your service and are thankful for your sacrifice. Read Brynner's full story at southside.com/brynner. In observance of Veterans Day, all traditional and drive-thru branches will be closed. All grocery store locations will be open 10 am-4 pm. Customer Care and ATMs will be open 9 am-4 pm. Member FDIC