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First Northwest Bancorp reports news centered on its role as the bank holding company for First Fed Bank, a Washington community bank serving individuals, businesses and nonprofit organizations. Company updates commonly cover quarterly earnings, net interest income and funding costs, deposit trends, loan activity, capital management and dividend decisions.
Recurring developments also include First Fed Bank leadership changes, board succession, digital banking initiatives for business customers, community foundation activity and management commentary on operating efficiency, liquidity and balance sheet positioning.
First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB) announced a strategic investment in Meriwether Group, enhancing its role as a modern merchant bank for entrepreneurs. This partnership formalizes an existing collaboration aimed at providing financial support to high-growth businesses. Meriwether Group Capital, co-founded by FNWB, has allocated $6.5 million since April 2022 to non-traditional lending. Both firms share a philosophy of expanding access to capital for disruptive consumer brands. FNWB has been recognized for its contributions to the community and is set to celebrate its centennial in 2023.
First Fed Bank, a subsidiary of First Northwest Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNWB), has appointed Cindy Hill-Finnie as the new Board Chair, making her the first woman to hold this position. Hill-Finnie, who has served on the board for ten years and has extensive experience in financial services and community involvement, emphasizes the bank's commitment to its community. Former Chair Steve Oliver remains on the board. First Fed Bank currently operates 16 branches in Washington state and is focused on sustainable earnings and digital financial solutions.
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First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB) announced a $2 million pledge to support the Field Arts & Events Hall in Port Angeles, aimed at bolstering local economic development. This contribution marks the largest corporate commitment to the project, contributing to a total funding of $46 million. The venue will feature a 500-seat auditorium and a 300-seat conference facility, set to enhance community engagement. Development had paused during the pandemic but will resume with this new funding, with a community event scheduled for June 2, 2022, to outline the project's timeline.
First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB) reported Q1 2022 net income of $2.8 million and diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.30, down from $5.1 million and $0.55 a year prior. Total revenue decreased by 13.1% to $17.9 million, while non-interest expenses rose by 22.6%. Total assets increased to $1.94 billion, with total deposits declining by 2.0% to $1.55 billion.
A quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per common share was declared, payable on May 27, 2022.
First Northwest Bancorp (NASDAQ: FNWB) announced the appointment of Christopher "Chris" Neros as Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer of First Fed Bank. With over 15 years in lending and leadership roles at Peoples Bank, Neros aims to enhance lending initiatives and strengthen business relationships. His background includes extensive experience at First National Bank Alaska and community involvement in economic development. First Fed Bank, a community-oriented institution since 1923, continues to focus on sustainable earnings through a robust array of financial services and fintech partnerships.
Meriwether Group Capital has launched the Hero Fund to provide commercial loans for small to mid-sized companies that do not meet traditional lending criteria. The fund aims to fill the financing gap for businesses with revenues between $2 million and $75 million needing $500,000 to $5 million. Founded by banking veterans Jamie Shulman and Mike Ferguson, it partners with First Northwest Bancorp (Nasdaq: FNWB) and Meriwether Group. The fund is expected to boost entrepreneurship in the Pacific Northwest.
First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB) announced a $1 million pledge to the Northwest Maritime Center (NWMC) aimed at expanding maritime education over a 10-year period. This investment aligns with NWMC's goal to double program participation from 2,950 in 2019 to 6,000 by 2025. The maritime industry, a key economic driver in Washington, faces a projected workforce shortage of 150,000 mariners by 2025. First Fed's CEO emphasized the importance of this initiative for local community development.
First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB) reported a Q4 2021 net income of $5.1 million, with diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.56, marking a significant increase from $4.2 million and $0.45 in Q4 2020. Total revenue rose by 18.9% to $20.6 million, while non-interest expenses increased by 25.2%. The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share, payable on February 25, 2022. Assets grew to $1.92 billion, with total loans increasing 0.3% to $1.36 billion, and total deposits up 3.8% to $1.58 billion.
First Northwest Bancorp (FNWB) has partnered with Splash Financial, a leading digital lending platform, to enhance consumer loan offerings through its subsidiary, First Fed Bank. This collaboration aims to leverage fintech solutions to meet diverse customer needs across the U.S. Notable mentions include Splash's significant funding achievement of $44M in Series B and First Fed's accolades, including a Forbes best-in-state bank award in 2021. This strategic partnership aligns with FNWB's focus on sustainable earnings and innovative financial solutions.