11/04/2026
A little campaign history and a whole lot of United Way Spirit! We enjoyed visiting First Western Bank in Booneville and Fort Smith to share our United Way campaign presentations and celebrate the impact of giving right here at home. One of the highlights was reconnecting with Phillip Merry, who served as our United Way campaign chair in 1996 the year of the devastating Fort Smith tornado. That year was a powerful reminder of what it means to come together in times of need, and it was especially meaningful to reflect on the history with someone who helped lead the campaign. We are grateful to First Western Bank for your continued support and for the employees that make giving back a priority.