By Omuso George
It is with great sadness that we at AMBA recently received the news of the passing of P. Terry Tuggle, one of AMBA’s most respected leaders and a cherished member of our family. Terry passed away on July 20 at the age of 87. Terry Tuggle was one of the most respected and influential military … Continued
By Emma Parsons
Congratulations to our AMBA member banks who were recently announced by the Military Service Departments as recipients of the Bank of the Year Award for the respective Service Departments for 2025. With multiple nominations received by military installation leaders, these member banks went above and beyond to support their military communities. The recipients will be … Continued
By Emma Parsons
Congratulations to AMBA’s 2026 Matching Grant Recipients AMBA is proud to recognize the 14 member institutions selected as recipients of the 2026 Matching Grant Program. This year, AMBA awarded a total of $21,000 in matching grant funds to support meaningful initiatives serving veterans, military families, first responders, and military-connected communities nationwide. The 2026 recipients represent … Continued
By Emma Parsons
Bank of the Rockies Supports Veterans During Military Appreciation Month In recognition of Military Appreciation Month, Bank of the Rockies employees and communities came together to support veterans through a company-wide donation drive benefiting the Fort Harrison VA Hospital in Helena, Montana. All branch locations participated, collecting essential items identified as high-priority needs by the … Continued
By Omuso George
The Association of Military Banks of America (AMBA) submitted a comment letter on behalf of AMBA member banks supporting the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency’s (OCC’s) interim final rule preempting Illinois’ Interchange Fee Prohibition Act (IFPA), arguing the law threatens the stability and uniformity of the national banking system. AMBA and other trade … Continued
By Omuso George
On April 28th, AMBA signed a joint letter with seven other associations, requesting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to implement reforms outlined in President Trump’s March 13, 2026, Executive Order, “Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit,” with the goal of improving the availability and affordability of mortgage financing for veterans. The organizations specifically urge the … Continued
AMBA is committed to helping our member banks make a meaningful impact in their communities. Through our Matching Grant Program, AMBA partners with member banks to support their initiatives that align with their community service goals. We invite you to apply today by completing the application below and submitting the required documentation. Grant Details: Up … Continued
By Emma Parsons
Registration for the Annual MBS2026 is now officially open. We are excited to invite you to join us for this highly anticipated event, where leaders from across the military and banking sectors will come together to share insights, discuss emerging trends, and explore opportunities for collaboration. This year’s summit promises a dynamic program featuring expert … Continued
By Omuso George
The Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Bank of the Year Award. These awards recognize on-base financial institutions that provided exceptional service and enhanced the financial well-being of the military community during calendar year 2025. Installation commanders may submit nominations highlighting outstanding achievements in: Complete nomination packages, including a commander’s letter, nomination form, and operating agreement, must be submitted no later … Continued
By Omuso George
The Department of the Navy is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Distinguished Bank Award. This recognition honors on-base financial institutions that provide outstanding service and meaningful support to installation personnel throughout the year. On-base banks play an essential role in offering valuable resources such as financial education and counseling, checking and savings services, special loan … Continued
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