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Community Focus

Coronado First Bank regularly makes financial contributions to organizations that positively impact the lives of people. Areas benefiting from the support of Coronado First Bank include civic events, education, youth programs, health, the arts, and business and economic development. We take pride in the accomplishments of the organizations and people we support.

Events

Coronado First Bank believes in "Community First" and we strive to make a difference in the communities we serve, not only as a stable financial institution but also by contributing our time and resources. Each year our directors, officers and employees spend hundreds of hours working on projects that benefit the communities where we live and work.

Coronado's 28th Annual Salute to the Military Ball

March 23, 2013

Coronado First Bank is a proud sponsor of the Coronado Military Ball. The Coronado Chamber of Commerce event is a special tribute to Coronado's military each year. This was the 28th Annual Salute to the Military Ball held at the Hotel del Coronado. The City of Coronado enjoys a special association with our neighbors at Naval Base Coronado and continues to greatly appreciate our United States Military service members. The Military Ball recognizes those who have given of themselves- who not only ensure Americas's freedom, but also give our community the effort necessary for everyone to enjoy a superior quality of life. Each year we celebrate the volunteerism, spirit and personal contributions that military personnel give daily to Coronado.

Back row left to right- Lieutenant Amelia Owre and Lieutenant Alexander Owre; Rhonda Sund and Captain Chris Sund.

Front row- Randy and Renee Hinton, Vice President Coronado Private Bank with Lori and Mark Blumenthal.

Coronado Historical Association Event

February 23, 2013

Celebrating Coronado History with a Sea Stories & Ferry Tales event benefiting the Coronado Historical Association. Coronado First Bank joined the event held at the Coronado Marriott Resort. We had a great time and fun for all.

Pictured here from left to right are Joe and Sue Belmonte; Maria Kunac, President of Coronado First Bank; Renee Hinton, Senior Vice President of Coronado First Bank; Nancy and Spiro Chaconas; Bob Kennedy: Debbie Riddle; Karla Kennedy and Tom Riddle.

CORONADO VALENTINE'S DAY 10K

February 17, 2013

Coronado's 3rd Annual Valentine's Day 10K was held at Tidelands Park and Coronado First Bank was part of it. We had an 8 member team and we had a great time at this event. This years race was exceptionally inspirational and included world class racers, couples running together and even a wedding proposal. We want to thank Ben Vaughan with Vaughan Multisports for putting on a great race. All proceeds of this race will go to benefit The Islander Sports Foundation and The Stephen J. Wampler Foundation.

2012 Coronado Schools Foundation Awards

Coronado First Bank is a proud sponsor of Coronado Schools Foundation. We attended the California Dreamin' Benefit Auction that was held on November 10, 2012.

Pictured here from left to right are Debbie Warren-, VP Coronado First Bank, Spiro Chaconas- Owner of Spiro's Gyros and recipient of this years Merchant of the Year Award, Patty Cowen- CEO Coronado Schools Foundation, Nancy Chaconas and Renee Hinton- SVP Coronado First Bank.

2012 CORONADO CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

October 19, 2012

Coronado First Bank is proud to honor Doug St Denis as this years Coronado Citizen of the Year. Doug currently serves as a member of the Coronado Planning Commission, the Coronado Design Review Commision and is Vice Chair of the Coronado Cultural Arts Commission. She is a founding member of the Coronado Public Arts Subcommittee and Honorary Board member of Coronado Historical Association. She previously served on the Historic Resource Commission. She is also a long time member of Soroptimist and a former Board Member of Lamb's Players Theatre, currently a board of SRO.

Her accomplishments in the art, architecture, culture, preservations and sensitive planning of Coronado are evident. With a joyous spirit that denies any of her projects are "work" but, rather, a labor of love, Doug tackles one assignment after another with contagious enthusiasm, focus and amazing energy.

Here Doug (far right) is joined by Coronado First Bank President Maria Kunac and previous Citizen of the Year recipients Tom Smisek and Steve Wampler.

CORONADO HOSPITAL FOUNDATION Annual Golf Tournament

August 2, 2012

Coronado First Bank Chief Financial Officer Charles Lanzrath and Executive Vice President Phil Chapman joined others at the Sea 'n Air Golf Course on a beautiful Coronado day to raise funds for the Coronado Hospital Foundation. The tournament raised more than $70,000 to benefit Sharp Coronado Hospital's new Healthy Living Center. The volunteers of Coronado Hospital Foundation work tirelessly in many events throughout the year to provide excellent care and benefits to the community.

Coronado Relay For Life 2012

On Saturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5, 2012 staff of Coronado First Bank joined the American Cancer Society for the annual Relay for Life in Coronado.

The Relay for Life event is held in communities throughout the USA to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society and to honor and remember people we have lost to cancer.

Bank Vice President Debbie Warren served on the local committee and has organized our Bank's participation for the last six years. Pictured here are CFB staff members with spouses, children and furry friends.

Other staff supported the American Cancer Society this week by enjoying a Lunch-Time fundraiser called Chow Down 4 A Cure. Some cooked, some donated and all enjoyed supporting the cause.

Pictured here are Cancer Survivors who start the day in the Survivor's Lap which honors those who have battled cancer. Early in the day a lively group jumped to a 30 minute Zumba class. Throughout the day everyone enjoyed some great live music and the kids used some of their energy in the bounce house.

The community of Coronado is proud to help raise funds for cancer research. This year, Coronado's event generated over $30,000. Thanks to all who participated.

Rotary Club of Coronado's Low Tide Ride and Stride

2012 Low Tide Ride & Stride

June 24, 2012

The Rotary Club of Coronado's annual Low Tide Ride & Stride takes place on the beach between Camp Surf in Imperial Beach and Sunset Park in Coronado, a distance of 8.2 miles. Traditionally run each June on the weekend closest to the low tide, the event benefits the Coronado Rotary Foundation and its charities. The main beneficiaries are The Fisher House at Balboa Hospital; The Warrior Foundation; The Armed Services YMCA; and the C-5 Unit at Balboa Hospital. Over 920 people participated in the run and ride this year.

Coronado First Bank is proud to be a Title Sponsor of this years Low Tide Ride & Stride.

Pictured are Coronado Rotarians Gary Kennedy and Howard Somers receiving a check from Coronado First Bank's Chairman Steve Rippe and Community Representative Dan Orr.

Makers of San Diego History Honors the Tuna Industry

June 9, 2012.

Coronado First Bank joined in the community tribute and festive celebration of the industry leader and the fishing families.

Pictured from the left. Michael Frontz; Nina Frontz SVP Commercial Loan Officer Coronado First Bank; Dusan Kunac; Maria P Kunac CEO and President Coronado First Bank; Renee Hinton SVP Director of Sales and Marketing Coronado First Bank; and Randy Hinton.

Coronado C.A.R.E.S. Event

June 3, 2012.

Coronado First Bank sponsors Coronado C.A.R.E.S. WineStyles Tasting Event on Sunday, June 3, 2012. Proceeds benefit the Trap-Neuter-Return Program for feral cats in Coronado.

25th Annual Hospital Foundation Gala

May 12, 2012

Coronado Hospital Foundation's 25th Annual Gala; The Silver Jubilee was held on May 12th at the Hotel del Coronado. Proceeds support the Sharp Coronado Hospital.

Maria P Kunac, President of Coronado First Bank is pictured at The Auen Foundation Table.