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First Commonwealth changed dramatically, every unit responded positively to being part of one unified identity. Most importantly, the focus of First Commonwealth, to build strong communities, remained intact. Every First Commonwealth employee understands and embraces the philosophy that personalized service is a First Commonwealth tradition that transcends corporate identity. 

To reinforce its historical commitment to building strong communities, First Commonwealth adopted a program to publicly recognize employees who so generously have given their time and talent to improving their communities. In addition to the awards, First Commonwealth made significant contributions to civic and charitable organizations throughout its seventeen-county market area. Specific contributions were made in the name of the award winning employees to charities of their choice. 

BARBARA NICHOLS SAYS SHE SCREAMED WHEN WORD ARRIVED that she had received the Golden Tower Award. “Luckily,” she jokes, “it was after hours.” Extremely honored to be recog- nized for her efforts to improve her community, Barbara believes First Commonwealth is right to encourage its 

employees to be community servants. She is very involved in marketing and produc- ing her local children’s theatre program. In addition, she teaches Sunday school and serves on the boards of the YMCA and the New Castle Playhouse. “I have a good life,” she says, “and I have always felt I should give something back to the community.” 

