Banking Built on Warmth, Respect, and Community

Founded with California roots and a mission to make everyday banking clear, fair, and approachable, Firstwick Bank was built as an antidote to cold corporate mega-banks. We believe everyone deserves fee-free checking, high-yield savings, and warm human customer service whenever you need it.

Member FDIC Since Inception $15M+ Donated in California 24/7 California Phone Concierge 100% Zero Hidden Fees

Meet Our Leadership Team → Community Giving

Firstwick Bank California headquarters building

Firstwick Bank, N.A. San Francisco • Los Angeles • San Diego

Est. 2018

A Bank You Can Actually Talk To

Tired of endless automated voice menus? When you call Firstwick Bank, you are connected directly to a warm human representative in California. Dial 1-800-FIRST-WICK (1-800-347-7894) anytime.

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OUR MISSION & VALUES

Why We Started Firstwick Bank

We asked a simple question: Why should banking be full of penalty fees, complicated jargon, and frustrating automated customer service?

People Before Profits

We eliminated monthly service charges, minimum balance penalties, and overdraft fees. We measure our success not by how many fees we collect, but by how much wealth we help our members build.

Real Human Connection

Technology should make banking easier, not harder. That is why behind every digital tool is a patient team of California bankers ready to answer your questions by phone or at our private offices.

Rooted in California

From the redwoods of the north to the coast of San Diego, we are proud to invest our capital directly back into local small businesses, affordable family homes, and community conservation projects.

OUR LEADERSHIP

Meet the Team Guiding Firstwick Bank

Our executive leadership team brings over 75 combined years of retail banking, cybersecurity, and community service to our members.

Alex Morgan

Chief Executive Officer

Alex founded Firstwick Bank with a belief that retail banking should be transparent, accessible to seniors, and free of predatory penalties.

Sarah Jenkins

Chief Risk & Compliance Officer

Former national bank examiner, Sarah oversees our FDIC compliance, bank-grade encryption, and senior fraud protection programs.

James Wilson, CFA

Chief Investment Officer

A champion of low-cost indexing, James leads our automated portfolio design and retirement asset preservation strategies.

Priya Patel, CFP®

Head of Retail & Wealth Advisory

Priya leads our statewide customer care concierges and fiduciary wealth planners, ensuring every phone call is warm and helpful.

Firstwick volunteers helping at a local community garden in California

Firstwick Community Impact Volunteer projects • Senior financial literacy

$15M+ Given

INVESTING LOCALLY

California Community Giving & Impact

We pledge 1% of our bank's annual net revenue to grassroots non-profits, community food banks, and affordable senior housing across California. In 2026, our employees contributed over 12,000 volunteer hours to local neighborhoods.

Senior Financial Literacy: Free educational workshops on scam prevention and Social Security maximization at community centers.
Affordable Housing Grants: Partnering with local California housing trusts to assist first-time homebuyers with down payments.
Environmental Stewardship: 100% paperless initiatives and solar-powered California private office branches.

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Careers at Firstwick Bank

We are always looking for warm, empathetic individuals who care deeply about helping people manage their money with confidence.

Customer Support • California

Member Support Concierge

Provide patient, friendly phone support to our everyday members and seniors. Help callers set up direct deposits, order checkbooks, and navigate online banking.

Lending • San Francisco

Senior Home Loan Specialist

Guide California families through first-time home purchases, refinancing options, and lines of credit with total transparency and zero sales pressure.

Engineering • Remote (US)

Senior Accessibility Engineer

Help us build the most accessible banking interface in America. Ensure WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, screen-reader perfection, and high-contrast senior-friendly design.