Two months ago, I issued a challenge: increase our presence in our communities, aim for a 2,000 hour fourth quarter, and hopefully, exceed last year’s 6,000 hour mark.
I’m proud to report, at the end of October, Team TRB has already exceeded last year’s total—and we’re still climbing. In light of this achievement, I’d like to shift our sights a bit as we prepare to close 2024 and lay a foundation for a year of service in 2025 with a fresh focus and a new challenge.
Since we began tracking our service hours, our total number of volunteers each month has steadily increased, yet our highest number of volunteers in any month is 90. This means we’re reporting impressive numbers of community service each month—with less than a quarter of our team in the game.
Our new challenge: Reach 40% of Team TRB engaging in community service; a rounded figure would be about 200 unique volunteers. If we can accomplish this, not only are we making Team TRB history, but more importantly, we are demonstrating to our communities just how invested we are in their success. Let’s go Team TRB!
I’m proud to report, at the end of October, Team TRB has already exceeded last year’s total—and we’re still climbing. In light of this achievement, I’d like to shift our sights a bit as we prepare to close 2024 and lay a foundation for a year of service in 2025 with a fresh focus and a new challenge.
Since we began tracking our service hours, our total number of volunteers each month has steadily increased, yet our highest number of volunteers in any month is 90. This means we’re reporting impressive numbers of community service each month—with less than a quarter of our team in the game.
Our new challenge: Reach 40% of Team TRB engaging in community service; a rounded figure would be about 200 unique volunteers. If we can accomplish this, not only are we making Team TRB history, but more importantly, we are demonstrating to our communities just how invested we are in their success. Let’s go Team TRB!
Brent Baldree
PresidentOctober 2024 Review
Volunteers for September
- Michelle Houston – 53.5
- Marta Rosales – 45.6
- Josh Walker – 44.5
- Jason Hendrix – 44
- Blythe Cox – 41.75
Where We Volunteered
- Pieper High School – Comal ISD – 44.5
- Bulverde Spring Branch Area Chamber of Commerce – 29.5
- Region One Education Service Center – 26.5
- Denton County Ducks Unlimited – 25
- Lake Travis Education Foundation – 24.5
Team TRB in the Spotlight
Each fall, TRB Denton reinforces its commitment to the local community by hosting a tailgate event that has evolved into a beloved tradition. Since 2009, the TRB tailgate has grown from a small gathering into a lively, community-wide celebration, uniting UNT fans, friends, and families under their beloved Mean Green flag.
As TRB Denton creates a space for fans to bond over shared pride in their community, the tailgate is a wonderful example of the many thoughtful ways Team TRB is integrating into the fabric of communities in regions across Texas. At TRB, relationship banking goes beyond transactions, and this enduring tailgate tradition is a testament to Team TRB’s dedication to fostering genuine connections. Read the full article about tailgating with the people you know here.
Join the Team in Denton at the next UNT home game to experience the camaraderie, tradition, and authentically Texan hospitality of the TRB Tailgate.
October Recap by Region
Central
- David DeStefano volunteered with his local city for an annual concert fundraiser benefitting two local nonprofits, Cheyanna’s Champions 4 Children and Engage & Heal, and raised about $11,000.
- On behalf of the Building Bridges Committee of the Alamo Area Home Care Council, Summer Reyes participated in a fundraising event at Franklin Park Alamo Heights Assisted Living Facility to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Research.
- Brian Anderson worked concession stands, volunteered, and coached for Alamo Heights Little League.
- Megan Steube and Diego Guerrero participated in a Trick or Treat on the square with Blanco Chamber of Commerce passing out candy.
- Lacy Porter took breakfast tacos, TRB cups and pens, business cards, and a thank you card to the first responders of Blanco Co. Sheriff’s Department to show appreciation.
- Keri Sandvig and Zach Townsend delivered lunch to the Bulverde Police Department for First Responders Day, and later volunteered to help organize and plan the Annual Bulverde Jubilee event.
- Britany Perez and Keri Sandvig attended the Bulverde Chamber of Commerce’s networking event, Coffee with the Chamber.
- Jason Hendrix, Blythe Cox, and Chet Reed participated in the annual CASA Corridor Classic Golf Tournament.
Dallas + Ft. Worth
- Kim Chambless partnered up with Higher Grounds for the inaugural Coffee on TRB, a monthly community event.
- Michael Baldermann and Michelle Houston attended a JT Clothiers Fall Trunk Show to support a local business owner and client.
- Mimi Tran participated in Colleyville Rotary Club’s get out the Vote event.
- Matt Martin and Chase Harris volunteered at planning meetings and later attended the Denton County Ducks Unlimited Gala.
- Michelle Houston attended the Denton Day of the Dead Cirque du Horror Festival with customers and prospects.
- Cristie Escochea, Jacque Kruppa, and Denise Knight met with Conrad High School’s Academy of Finance director to determine how TRB can get involved with financial education and other partnership opportunities.
- James Huggins volunteered at Eustace ISD’s Annual Pumpkin Festival to provide financial assistance to local educational agencies and schools.
Houston
- Lewis Gissel and Lisa Ta attended the Central Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce’s One Table event hosting over 300 people at one table.
- Lewis Gissel attended a fundraising dinner for The Amazing Place as well as an annual fundraiser dinner and Lobsterfest with Lake Conroe’s Chamber of Commerce.
- Lisa Ta conducted a ribbon cutting ceremony on behalf of the Central Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce.
- Clay Wright participated in a Business After Hours event hosted by the Cy-Fair Chamber of Commerce to recognize renovations of The Jersey Village Golf Course.
- Clay also volunteered at a TRB sponsored tent at the annual Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department festival and attended a luncheon with Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce.
Rio Grande Valley
- Ronda Johnson, Candido Nanez, Irene Mercado, Valeria Suarez, Alma Soto, Cynthia Quintanilla, and Uriel Aviles participated in an Adopt a Highway event cleaning up roadside litter.
- Frances Vasquez volunteered at the Annual Community Fall Festival for the Housing Authority of the City of Brownsville.
- Diana Delaunay participated at the Building Financial Capacity Coalition Money Smart Ambassador Train the Trainee event for lower Cameron County
- Marta Rosales, Valeria Suarez, Avery Martin, and Brittany Garcia attended an event benefiting Christian’s Manor Transitional Housing, sponsored by TRB.
- Sylvia Gallegos and Janette Longoria participated in Rio Grande City’s Trunk or Treat.
- Rene Martinez, Marylin Davila, and Janette Longoria attended and participated in the National Night Out in Rio Grande City.
Core Value: Community
We take pride in contributing our time and resources to make our communities a great place to live and work. We are successful when our communities are successful.
