Our 2025 Community Service Goal is set: Grow our number of volunteers.

Our participation steadily grew throughout 2024, but even at our peak, only 90 volunteers—less than 25% of our team—contributed in a single month. Imagine what we could achieve if that number doubled!

Let’s find new ways to serve and encourage more of our colleagues to get involved. Whether you or a coworker take your first step and log your first volunteer hour, or you finally log your monthly hours in Kadince, we’ll track and celebrate our growing participation rate each month.

Together, we can set a new milestone for Team TRB and show our communities just how deeply we’re invested in their success.

Let’s all get to work.

Brent Baldree

President

2025 Volunteer Tracker

Top Volunteers in May:

Cristie Escochea – 64.5 hrs.
Tracy Harris – 50 hrs.
Kimberly Chambless – 46.5 hrs.
Marta Rosales – 42.3 hrs.
Dalinda Guillen – 30.8 hrs.

Where We Served in May:

Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas – 44 hrs.
Independent Bankers Association – 32 hrs.
Make-A-Wish Foundation of the Rio Grande Valley – 32 hrs.
Johnson City Youth Sports Association – 26 hrs.
TRB Shrimp Boils – 22.5 hrs.

Central Texas

Youth Sports and Education

Aleigh Wessels participated in the 6th Annual Run Like a Warrior Marathon in Johnson City, benefiting the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce.
Aleigh Wessels delivered financial literacy sessions to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students at Johnson City Independent School District.
Jessie Bishop volunteered at Blanco Middle School’s field day and helped organize and run stations for the students.
Rie Foss and Cynthia Reinhardt assisted with event coordination and community engagement at the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce First Friday Wine Share.
Emily Kirchner volunteered at the Fredericksburg Chamber Golf Tournament.

Financial Literacy and Mentorship

Alisyn Powers provided financial literacy training to students in Johnson City ISD and supported mentoring efforts through her involvement with Christian Women’s Job Corps of Kerr County.
David DeStefano presented financial wellness content at multiple nonprofit and school-based events, including sessions for A Kind Hart Foundation and Lake Travis Education Foundation.
Jamie Oakes delivered financial education at Peggy’s Playhouse, speaking with parents and educators about budgeting and banking basics.
Zach Townsend participated in a Career Day at Tom Glenn High School, introducing students to financial career pathways.

Chambers of Commerce and Business Engagement

Rie Foss, Cynthia Reinhardt, and Alisyn Powers participated in the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce First Friday Wine Share.
Jessie Bishop, Kim Boren, and Aleigh Wessels supported events coordinated by the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce.
JoAnn Pantano and Kim Boren attended San Marcos Chamber’s YP Mixer and supported a health and wellness initiative at Kissing Tree.
David DeStefano attended a development forum hosted by the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce.
Rie Foss participated in the New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Luncheon.

Faith and Church Involvement

Alisyn Powers volunteered on the media team at Calvary Temple Church, assisting with communications and Sunday service preparation.
Rie Foss supported worship and service efforts at Hunt United Methodist Church.
Emily Kirchner participated in youth outreach through Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church.

Nonprofits and Philanthropy

David DeStefano contributed to community engagement events hosted by A Kind Hart Foundation, providing event-day volunteer support and donor relations outreach.
Jamie Oakes volunteered at Nonprofit Connections Group events and supported service providers with financial insight.
Zach Townsend assisted in planning and staffing an auction to support student scholarships through the Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center.
Kim Boren and Cynthia Reinhardt supported the Rotary Club of New Braunfels by participating in local philanthropic initiatives.

Community Events and Outreach

Justin Foster, Cynthia Reinhardt, and Alisyn Powers participated in Kerr County Market Days, supporting vendor logistics and community visibility.
Emily Kirchner helped with check-in and community engagement at the Fredericksburg Racquet Center fundraiser.
Zach Townsend supported legislative advocacy and community preparedness through his participation with Emergency Services District No. 5.
Blythe Cox supported a community safety event in collaboration with Bulverde Spring Branch Fire & EMS, promoting fire awareness and emergency preparedness.

Houston

Youth Development and Mentorship

Juana Uribe participated in Career Day at Mission West Elementary School, engaging students in conversations about banking and financial careers.
Kristy Rodriguez supported Teacher Appreciation Day at BF Terry High School by providing lunch for 85 teachers and staff.
Sally Nguyen participated in a career-focused mentoring event for business students at the University of Houston.

Chambers of Commerce and Business Engagement

Gregg Booth attended a luncheon and presentation at the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce to discuss economic development efforts in Montgomery County.
Kyle Engeling, Skip Colvin, and Gregg Booth volunteered with the Southwest Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, engaging with community partners and coordinating logistics.
Rita Lopez participated in a networking event hosted by the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce, fostering relationships with local professionals.

Community Outreach and Nonprofit Engagement

Broderick Riley participated in the monthly “Walk with A Doc” event hosted by The Joyful Path, walking alongside community members and promoting wellness.
Tanya Castro represented TRB at the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Annual Conference, attending sessions focused on elder care policy and legal planning.
Lewis Gissel attended meetings for the Retina Research Foundation and The Forest Club, supporting civic engagement and TRB’s presence in Houston’s professional networks.

Faith-Based and Civic Activities

Debbie Crump volunteered as an ESL instructor for children from India at MacArthur Blvd Baptist Church.
Tanya Castro participated in a formal ceremony hosted by the Harris County Probate Court for the swearing-in of a newly elected probate judge.

North Texas

Youth Education and Literacy

Denise Knight and Cynthia Mathis volunteered for Career Day at Blanche Dodd Elementary, speaking with students about financial literacy and career pathways.
Cristie Escochea supported educational programs through Emmett J. Conrad High School PTSA and participated in outreach events with ScholarShot, promoting academic support for college-bound students

Financial Literacy and Education Outreach

Denise Knight led business mentoring sessions with SCORE, providing financial coaching and operational advice to small business owners.
Kimberly R. Chambless delivered a financial education presentation through Success Champion, LLC, and participated in strategy-building discussions with area entrepreneurs.
Cristie Escochea supported our financial literacy outreach in partnership with the United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and The Arts Community Alliance.

Chambers, Networking, and Leadership

Kimberly R. Chambless participated in networking events with the Southlake Chamber of Commerce and attended Success Champion luncheons and virtual meetings.
Michelle Shibata attended and supported a team-building employee lunch at Texas Regional Bank’s TMS office.
Cristie Escochea represented TRB in partnership-building efforts with the Junior League of Collin County and Resource Center.

Community Events and Volunteer Engagement

Amy Bird, April Schuster, Amanda Keiper, Anthony Rini, Alan A. Guillen, and a full team of TRB North Texas volunteers helped execute the Texas Regional Bank-sponsored event at Texas Motor Speedway, assisting with guest check-in, logistics, hospitality, and vendor coordination.
Cristie Escochea and community partners supported a Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas cookie sales campaign, reinforcing local leadership programs for young women.

South Texas

Youth Development and Livestock Show Involvement

Alejandro Cardenas participated in the PSJA Education Foundation Scholarship Ceremony, supporting students receiving academic scholarships.
Marta Rosales delivered a financial literacy presentation to parents at Carmen Anaya Elementary School.
Destiney Benavidez provided support for Gateway Account activities as part of TRB Financial Literacy programming.
Kassandra Rivera volunteered with community events coordinated by the PSJA Education Foundation.

Financial Literacy and Education

Brenton Baldree, Alejandro Cardenas, Valeria Suarez, and Jamie Rosas contributed in-kind donations and volunteer support for the Shrimp Boil honoring Dr. Joel Solis.
Marta Rosales and Valeria Suarez supported event logistics and family outreach efforts at the Affordable Homes of South Texas Mother’s Day Celebration.
Jamie Rosas represented TRB during the grand opening of the new Hidalgo County Courthouse.
Valeria Suarez helped coordinate TRB’s participation in the McAllen Education Foundation Festival of Lights, engaging community members and promoting student-focused initiatives.

Civic Engagement and Professional Leadership

Alejandro Cardenas participated in networking and service opportunities through his involvement with the PSJA Education Foundation.
Brenton Baldree engaged in community development discussions with Affordable Homes of South Texas, strengthening TRB’s regional relationships.