New User Other Logins SIGN IN PERSONAL BUSINESS MORTGAGE ABOUT OPEN ACCOUNT Locations Call Search About GENEROSITY LOYALTY INTEGRITY COMMUNITY Background Music by Laura Lewis Who We Are Our founder, Ray M. Bain, held some very strong beliefs – beliefs we still hold true today. The principles of GENEROSITY, LOYALTY, INTEGRITY and COMMUNITY are the foundation of this organization. These four Founding Principles guide us, help us to make the right decisions and shape who we are as a company. Our success is due to the hard work and loyalty of our customers, and our STARS who are truly committed to the communities we serve. We are different – by design. Our culture is driven by the motivation to deliver the “Ultimate Customer Experience” to each of our customers, vendors and fellow STARS. We do so by treating everyone with respect and by always doing the right thing. That’s why we are The Spirit of West Texas. Where We Came From Roots run deep in West Texas. In fact, all our roots are right here. You might say that we were born and raised in this land that’s like no other. The beautiful sunrises, the gorgeous sunsets and the vast blue sky help define our region and make us proud to call West Texas our home. Since beginning in 1907 as the First State Bank of Dimmitt to the First United Bank today, our business has always been focused on West Texas communities, the good people who live and work here and their distinct financial needs. A Tradition of Growth First United Bank has a long history, one that we’re very proud of. Click the arrows to scroll along the time line below and see some of the highlights of our story. Previous 1907 The First State Bank of Dimmitt was chartered on March 7, 1907 in Dimmitt, TX. The original Board of Directors was comprised of Charles E. McLean, C.F. Kerr, C.H. Clifton and Beecher Rowan, with McLean serving as Chairman. J.S. Chesnutt of First National Bank of Amarillo joined the board soon thereafter in July 1907. C.E. McLean was elected President of the Bank with a salary of $25 per month while B. Rowan served as Cashier with a salary of $50 per month. The Bank originally started with only $12,000 in capital and was one of the few banks in the southwest that survived the Great Depression (1929-1933) without new capital or reorganization. This was quite an accomplishment as after the stock market crash in 1929, it is estimated that 4,000 banks failed during 1933 alone. In all, approximately 9,000 banks failed during the decade of the 1930s. 1907 McLean Family Leadership (1907-1982) C.E. McLean served as President of the Bank until his death in 1919. His wife, Rosa McLean, was elected inactive President and Cashier and continued in that capacity until 1939. Bruce McLean (son of C.E. and Rosa McLean) joined the Bank in March 1911 and succeeded his mother as President until his death in March 1940. Rubye McLean, wife of Bruce McLean, succeeded him as President and served until her death in March 1953. Bob McLean, son of Bruce and Rubye McLean, succeeded his mother as President and served in that capacity until his death in October 1981. Bob was succeeded as President by his son, Robert McLean, who served until the Bank was sold in 1982. Next WHAT WE DO CHECK OUT OUR IN GOOD SPIRIT BLOG POSTS TO SEE WHAT WE’RE UP TO. Previous 5 Reasons to be Thankful for West Texas As we approach Thanksgiving Day, it’s a good time to stop and reflect on all that each of us has to be thankful for. Family, friends, a good job, a… Learn More Small Business Saturday in West Texas For over 10 years, people all over the country have been championing a special initiative called “Small Business Saturday.” An annual holiday on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, it encourages holiday… Learn More How to Make a Holiday Budget As we head into the holiday season there are numerous factors causing stress; shipping delays, product shortages and an overabundance of sale advertising on top of the typical holiday stress… Learn More Next GENEROSITY LOYALTY INTEGRITY COMMUNITY Company Contact Us Check Our Rates Banking Center & ATM/ITM Locations Agreements & Disclosures Careers Support Security Lost/Stolen Card Switch Accounts Order Checks Digital Banking Enrollment eStatement Enrollment Calculators Overdraft Privilege Consent Form First United Bank Routing Number: 111310294 NMLS 405716 FOLLOW US Terms & Conditions Statement of Condition Privacy Statement Sitemap Accessibility © 2021 First United Bank. All Rights Reserved.