Independent Community Bankers of America

Fraud is one of the biggest challenges facing banks in 2026—and check fraud continues to be a major concern. Join our livestream Fraud Conference this September to hear from leaders at the Treasury, FDIC, FBI, NACHA, PaymentsFirst, and other industry experts as they share insights on today's fraud threats and tomorrow's risks. Don't just react to fraud. Get ahead of it. Register today. icba.org/p/fraud-confer…

ICBA is urging community bankers to contact the Federal Reserve regarding its proposal to create a payment account —also known as a "skinny” master account—for institutions outside the traditional banking system. More here: icba.quorum.us/fedpaymentacco…

In the latest issue of #IndependentBanker @Alice_P_Frazier shares how cultivating the next generation secures the future success of community banks: independentbanker.org/w/alice-frazie…

The Federal Open Market Committee is prepared to use its full range of tools to achieve its maximum employment and price stability goals, according to the Federal Reserve’s latest Monetary Policy Report to Congress. Learn more: federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy…

Discover trusted partners in compliance, finance, IT, marketing, lending, and more in the ICBA Solutions Directory—find the right fit for your community bank today! solutions.icba.org/39/Solutions-D…

We applaud today’s enactment of bipartisan housing legislation with pro-community bank reforms that will promote lending and housing affordability, a demonstration of community banks’ strong bipartisan support in Washington. icba.org/w/icba-congrat…

The best lenders never stop learning💡 Advance your commercial lending expertise, sharpen your credit analysis skills, and earn your CCLO designation at ICBA's Commercial Lending Institute. Learn more and register: icba.org/p/commercial-l…

Discover how community banks and law enforcement can team up to prevent financial crimes, support local communities, and raise awareness about fraud. Get the guide: icba.org/w/working-with…

Fraud is one of the biggest challenges facing banks in 2026—and check fraud continues to be a major concern. Join our livestream Fraud Conference this September to hear from leaders at the Treasury, FDIC, FBI, NACHA, PaymentsFirst, and other industry experts as they share insights on today's fraud threats and tomorrow's risks. Don't just react to fraud. Get ahead of it. Register today. icba.org/p/fraud-confer…

Serving rural communities means meeting people where they are—sometimes, that’s with a paper check. Hear how ICBA member PriorityOne Bank supports their customers who face limited internet access and digital challenges. Read more via @NYTimes: nytimes.com/2026/06/26/you…

Nonprofit organizations face different funding challenges than for-profit businesses, but community banks can nurture these relationships in tried-and-tested fashion. Learn more in the latest #IndependentBanker: independentbanker.org/w/nonprofit-le…

🗣️ Community bankers: make your voice heard. Urge your representative to back the Main Street Capital Access Act (H.R. 6955) and help strengthen local communities. Act now: icba.quorum.us/campaign/HR695…

Build real world bank security skills Aug. 4-6 in Bloomington, MN at the ICBA Bank Security Institute. ✅ Spot threats. Stop risk. ✅ Catch fraud. Investigate fast. ✅ Own security. Stay compliant. 👉 Register now to strengthen your bank’s defense. icba.org/p/bank-securit…

Honoring 250 years of freedom—wishing everyone a joyful Independence Day 🎆

Nominations are due today! Help us highlight the outstanding community banks making a real impact. Nominate your bank for the Best Community Banks to Work For 2026 and celebrate workplaces that go above and beyond for their teams and communities. icba.org/best-community…

Support local communities—encourage your representative to back the Main Street Capital Access Act (H.R. 6955) today. Learn more and take action: icba.quorum.us/campaign/HR695…

The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund opened the 2026 application rounds for several programs, with deadlines this month to apply for funding. Learn more: public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-13199.pdf

ICBA and the International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators released a guide on how community banks and law enforcement can build effective partnerships that help hold fraudsters and scammers accountable. Access it here: icba.org/w/working-with…

With a major embezzlement scandal at a tax-exempt credit union continuing to generate headlines, we are renewing our call for requiring federal credit unions to file Form 990s like nearly all other tax-exempt organizations. #SomethingIsWrong icba.org/w/icba-urges-p…

Kickstart your month with fresh ideas and tools from ICBA's Marketing Resource Center. Explore more: icba.org/marketing-reso…