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We are proud of our continued association with Amscot Financial, a locally based financial services firm with offices throughout central Florida. Amscot is committed to building a better community and has focused significant efforts on supporting education as a means to achieve that goal. Fraser MacKechnie, Chief Operating Officer, is an active member of the Foundation’s Communities In Schools committee, a development committee charged with raising funds for at-risk student programs. Amscot will proudly serve as the presenting sponsor for CIS’ annual Comedy Night event for the second consecutive year.

The company believes in extending their support of education throughout the communities they serve. During the month of August, Amscot will be running a promotion called Dollar for Schools in each of its store locations throughout the 15-county area the company serves. Customers will be asked to donate $1, which will then be matched by Amscot up to the first $10,000. Partnering with Amscot on this venture are the Consortium of Education Foundations, the Hillsborough Education Foundation and its Communities In Schools committee.

Amscot is also working on other promotions that will benefit students. They are repeating their highly successful bicycle helmet giveaway in five counties. In addition, they have just donated 100 computers to Computer Mentors Group, a program that provides computers to needy inner-city students free of charge.

We would like to thank Amscot for stepping up to support education both through their financial contributions and through MacKechnie’s personal participation on the Communities in Schools committee. Amscot…they’re more than okay with us!

Tampa Bay Area Law Enforcement – Annual Child Bike Helmet Giveaway


	Local law enforcement personnel ensure this little one gets the right fitting helmet!

Each year, Amscot Financial partners with Tampa Bay area law enforcement agencies to promote a heightened awareness on traffic safety, especially among our children. Amscot Financial's “Kids First” Program provides the bicycle helmets, with a total retail value of $150,000, at designated Amscot locations, while local law enforcement personnel help find the appropriate size for each of the youngsters and explain the importance of wearing the helmets every time they ride their bikes.
Press Release - September 21, 2005

The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army - Bus Passes
Amscot Financial helped The Salvation Army purchase nearly 800 bus passes for their Transitional Housing Program. Clients of the Transitional Housing Program are working hard to become self-sufficient and the funds that Amscot provides for bus passes will be a huge help in their efforts to secure employment. Amscot’s generosity will also help ensure that these women and men have transportation to important appointments with doctors, lawyers and other social service providers in the community. These are important resources that certainly wouldn't have been as accessible without the support of Amscot Financial.

The Salvation Army - Back-to-School Supply Campaign
Amscot Financial provided The Salvation Army with school supplies for needy children to support their Back-to-School Supply Campaign. Each year, The Salvation Army of Hillsborough County’s Family Services Department helps meet the emergency needs of more than 2,500 families by assisting them with the payment of rent, utilities, medical prescriptions and other necessary expenses. Many of these clients are sent to The Salvation Army by other social service agencies that are unable to assist them. Most of the families served by Family Services would be considered ‘working poor,’ and their ranks include thousands of school-aged children. Many of these families struggle to pay their monthly bills, and little money is left over for extras such as school supplies for a new school year. By partnering with Amscot Financial, The Salvation Army was able to provide youngsters with some of the tools they need for a successful school year: 200 Writing Pads (lined notepads), 200 Calculators, 400 Highlighters, and
1,000 Pens.

Financial Service Centers of Florida disAdvantaged Youth
Scholarship Program Fund
The Financial Service Centers of Florida's disAdvantaged Scholarship Grant has been established to support disadvantaged academically talented freshmen entering college as full-time, degree-seeking students, has awarded more than $40,000 in scholarship money since its inception. Students interested in applying for the scholarship must be Florida residents who will graduate from a Florida high school with a minimum 2.5 grade point average and are - or will be - admitted to the Florida college or university of their choice.

At Amscot Financial, we firmly believe that corporate responsibility combined with collective action is the key to creating lasting community change. That's why we are a proud sponsor of the Financial Service Centers of Florida's disAdvantaged Scholarship. Our goal is to support the pursuit of academic excellence, and offer a chance for hundreds of exceptional students with considerable financial need to attain their fullest potential.

Application - Eligibility Requirements

Black History Month Celebration Banquet


Denise Hogan of the City of Life Foundation in Orlando and Orange County Commissioner Bob Sindler with foster youth from Great Oaks Village in Orange County

This year, Amscot Financial was a corporate sponsor for the 4th Annual Black History Month Celebration Banquet and Gala held on February 18, 2006 at the Rosen Center Hotel in Orlando, FL. The Keynote Speaker was Judge Greg Mathis who is the youngest judge ever elected in Michigan and is currently the star of Warner Brothers “The Judge Mathis Show.” The corporate sponsorship provides funds for Valencia Community College and the University of Central Florida. The banquet also inspired foster youth that attended from the Great Oaks Village.
A great time was had by all.

Horses for the Handicapped - Tampa, FL
Amscot Financial recently received a request and assisted in providing 40 helmets to a unique program in the community called, “Horses for the Handicapped”. Participation in the program is offered to physically and mentally challenged children and adults, allowing them the opportunity to experience the joy, excitement and challenge of horseback riding. The program is operated by the Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation Department and managed by Rough Riders, Inc. The program provides exercise, growth and competition for participants.

Missing Children Awareness Foundation – Largo, FL
Missing Children Awareness Foundation sponsored its Annual Kid’s Christmas Party for underprivileged children in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties. Amscot Financial provided a monetary donation for the purchase of toys for the party.

Amscot contributes to Boys & Girls Club of Pasco County

New Port Richey – Amscot held a grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2006 at Branch No. 117 at U.S. Highway 19 and Floramar in New Port Richey. At the event, Amscot presented a $1,000 contribution to the Boys & Girls Club of Pasco County.

The Port Richey Branch of Boys & Girls Clubs provides hope and opportunity for more than 150 young people on a daily basis. It provides many diversified activities for all its members. The facility has two clubs on-site that jointly serve youth ages 6 to 17 years old. Building 1 is the “Youth Center” and Building 2 is the “Teen Center.” Amscot Financial’s contribution will support the arts program, which will enable youth of all ages to develop their creativity and cultural awareness.

Amscot contributes to Central Florida Children’s Home

ORLANDO – Amscot held grand openingn on Oct. 21, 2006 at Branch No. 102 at East Colonial and Goldenrod Road in Orlando. As part of the event, Amscot donated $1,000 to the Central Florida Children’s Home.

Central Florida Children’s Home, Inc., was founded in 1973 by Eastland Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor Clyde F. Green. Its mission is to care for children whose parents either cannot or will not provide for them because of difficulties in their life and/or difficulties in the child’s life.

The Home takes in entire families of children, thus keeping siblings from being separated. A Christian atmosphere and “home” setting with a “mom and dad” give a secure environment and needed love. Academic achievement is emphasized to ensure that the children are well prepared for higher academic studies or vocational training for the job market. The children are assigned chores and responsibilities to help develop character and discipline. The Home strives to develop the children into productive and responsible citizens.

Amscot Financial contributes to Orlando-area foster group home

On Sept. 9, Amscot Financial held a grand opening at Branch No. 101 at 4986 W. Colonial Drive in Orlando. Amscot Financial presented a $1,000 contribution to Bridging Lives, Inc. of Orlando.

The Bridging Lives foster home in Ocoee is a two-year-old facility that accepts only girls who have been placed in the care of the state of Florida. Typically, the youth at the home range in ages from 12 to 17. The maximum occupancy at Bridging Lives is six young ladies at any given time. One of the home’s main goals is building independent living skills through training and services that prepare young teenaged girls for the transition to becoming productive adults.

Amscot Financial’s contribution will support girls who would like to further their education in order to become independent.

Amscot contributes to ACTION Inc.

Amscot held a grand opening on Saturday, September 23 at Branch No. 104 at 501 W. Orange Blossom Trail in Apopka. At the event, Amscot presented a $1,000 contribution to Apopka Coalition To Improve Our Neighborhood (ACTION, Inc.)

ACTION is a coalition of concerned citizens and organizations promoting the economic, social, and environmental development of South Apopka through coordination of volunteers, public and private sector resources, and serves as a central point for planning, coordination and implementation of community programs and act ivies ties. It is committed to developing a responsive community network among all participants.

ACTION’s goals are:

To assure that residents have the opportunity for self sufficiency through education, job training and employment. To assure that all residents are able to live with assurances of safety and security.
To assure that residents have the opportunity for self sufficiency through education, job training and employment. To assure that all residents are able to live with assurances of safety and security.
To assure that all residents' health and life threatening needs are met.

Amscot contributes to Down Syndrome Association

Amscot held a grand opening on Saturday, September 23 at Branch No. 104 at 501 W. Orange Blossom Trail in Apopka. Amscot presented a $1,000 contribution to the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida.

Amscot’s contribution supports the Association’s Buddy Walk, scheduled for Oct. 21. The Buddy Walk is a national event created by the National

Down Syndrome Society 10 years ago to promote understanding and acceptance of all persons with Down syndrome.

The DSACF was founded in 1992 and works in collaboration with community hospitals, gynecologists, pediatricians and developmental disability groups to provide support, referrals and resources to families when they first learn their new baby has Down syndrome.

The DSACF serves Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake and Brevard counties. Amscot Financial’s contribution will be used to forward the mission and vision of the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida as a leading voice for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

Amscot contributes to La Amistad Foundation to benefit Orlando-area children and families

Amscot held grand opening on Saturday, October 7 at Branch No. 138 at 2033 Americana Boulevard in Orlando. At the event, Amscot presented a $1,000 contribution to La Amistad Foundation of Orlando.

La Amistad Behavioral Health Services is a leader in the field of behavioral healthcare, committed to providing the highest quality of care in an atmosphere that nurtures healing and growth.

The agency’s children's program focuses on unconditional positive regard for children in an environment that teaches structure, limits, and good behavior, integrating school and therapy. The program is designed to help develop positive relationships with children by using positive peer influence in small groups, rewarding positive behaviors. Amscot’s contribution will support the children’s program.

The Hi-Tech Tutoring Center, Inc. - Orlando, FL


	From left to right, Bill Worling – Senior District Manager, Amscot Financial; Ernestine Mosley, Founder of the Hi-Tech Tutoring Center, Linda Beazer - Branch Leader, Amscot Financial; Florida Representative Bruce Antone; Esther McMillan – Amscot Card Manager, Amscot Financial; Deveron Gibbons – VP of Public Affairs, Amscot Financial

Amscot Financial presented a $1,000 contribution to The Hi-Tech Tutoring Center, Inc. a nonprofit computer-based corporation committed to providing after-school, computer-assisted tutoring in the basic skills of reading, writing, math and science to children, youths and adults. Founded in 1991 by Mrs. Ernestine Mosley, HTTC strives to instill in the students the desire to learn and to motivate them to achieve the highest possible levels of academic performance. While HTTC’s primary focus is on the basic skills necessary for success in school, the programs are designed to enhance the skill level of every enrolled student. As a result, many of the students are working to improve reading and math skills, but some are also gifted students working toward improved test scores in anticipation of college enrollment. The donation received from Amscot Financial will be used to purchase school supplies and educational software and to provide services for students who are unable to pay the nominal tutoring fees.
Press Release - February 6, 2006

The Central Florida Children’s Home, Inc.

Amscot Financial presented a $1,000 contribution to The Central Florida Children’s Home, Inc. which was founded in 1973 by Eastland Baptist Church. Their mission is to care for children whose parents either cannot or will not provide for them due to family difficulties. Individual and entire families of children live at the Central Florida Children’s Home, thus keeping siblings from being separated. An emphasis is placed on academic achievement to ensure that the children are well prepared for higher academic studies or vocational training for the job market. The children are also assigned chores and responsibilities to help develop character and discipline. Amscot Financial’s contribution will help purchase day-to-day items needed to take care of the children.
Press Release - February 2, 2006


	From left to right, Deveron Gibbons – VP of Public Affairs, Amscot Financial; John Jensen - Director of Development Central Florida Children’s Home; Florida State Senator Daniel Webster; Taina Parilla - Morning Co-Host, 102 JAMZ radio station and Bill Worling - Senior District Manager, Amscot Financial.

Amscot donates bike helmets to Apopka’s Festival of Families


	Apopka Mayor John Land adjusts a bike helmet for a young Apopka resident.

APOPKA – On Saturday, Nov. 11, the Apopka Rotary Club held its 7th Annual Festival of Families at Kit Land Nelson Park. As part of the event, the Rotary Club gave away free bicycles to families in need. Each child who received a bicycle also received a bike helmet contributed by Amscot.

East Orange County community of Bithlo receives 350 Amscot
bike helmets

On July 22, Amscot Financial contributed 350 bike helmets to children at the Bithlo Community Center in east Orange County. The contribution was part of a back-to-school event designed to get schoolchildren fully equipped for the school year.

In addition to the free bike helmets, Bithlo area schoolchildren also received free backpacks, notebook paper, pencils and other school supplies from other corporate sponsors participating in the event.

Amscot Financial worked with the office of Orange County Commissioner Bill Segal to get the helmets delivered and distributed.


	Orange County Commissioner Bill Segal with children from the east Orange County community of Bithlo.

Amscot Financial donates computers to Computer Mentors Group Inc. of Tampa

On Thursday, July 20, Amscot Financial donated 100 computers to Computer Mentors Group, Inc. of Tampa. Computer Mentors Group, Inc. is a non-profit service organization comprised of computer professionals and others interested in the future job opportunities of disadvantaged youths. The organization dedicates its time and talent to encouraging and guiding young people toward a career in the computer industry.

Its objective is to provide free, high quality computer literacy training and technology access to inner-city families in Tampaorida. It achieves this objective through training, jobs, and computer ownership for its teen-aged participants.

Computer Mentors Group has been in operation since June 1997.

Amscot Financial was represented by Robert Farkas, Vice President of Information Technology and members of his IT team.

Amscot Financial contributes to Orlando-area adoption agency

Amscot Financial held an open house on Saturday, July 29, 2006 at Branch No. 77, located at 10607 East Colonial in Orlando. The company presented a $1,000 contribution to Life for Kids / A Center for Women, a Central Florida adoption agency.

Life for Kids / A Center for Women was founded in 1984. The agency’s services focus on helping children who need safe and stable homes; building stable families and giving counsel and support to women facing crisis pregnancy. The agency does this through adoption services, counseling services, parenting education, material support and community referral.

Amscot Financial makes a wish come true for the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Sarasota / Tampa Bay

On July 8, Amscot recognized the good work of Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Sarasota / Tampa Bay, Inc. with a $1,000 contribution at an Amscot Fun Day in Sarasota. The open-house event was held at Branch No. 11, 1155 S. Tamiami Trail in Sarasota.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Make-A-Wish Foundation of Sarasota/Tampa Bay, Inc. serves the children of Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, Hardee, Sarasota, DeSoto and Charlotte counties. A child can be referred by one of the following sources: a medical professional treating the child, the child’s parents, legal guardians or even children themselves. The organization relies on the community not only for wish referrals, but also for support.

Amscot participates as a Charity Challenge sponsor

Amscot Financial was a presenting sponsor of the Charity Challenge event in Orlando on
May 20.

More than 90 teams from Central Florida area businesses squared off in six athletic events to raise money for local charities.

Charity Challenge XXI was held on the southern grounds of the Florida Citrus Bowl. Contestants matched up in basketball, volleyball, tug-of-war and other contests. Amscot helped Charity Challenge meet its goal of raising $200,000.

Since 1987, Charity Challenge has awarded more than $2 million to hundreds of local charities. Last year, $250,000 in cash was awarded to nearly 100 charitable organizations including the University of Central Florida, Florida Hospital, the Epilepsy Association of Central Florida, the Center for Drug Free Living, Christian Help and the Seminole Community College Foundation.


	Charity Challenge participants ‘go for the gold.’


	Preparing for canoe races at Charity Challenge XXI.


	Deveron Gibbons, VP of Public Affairs, (left) with Florida Sen. Lee Constantine, organizer of the annual Charity Challenge event.

Amscot Financial Donates $1,000 to Tampa Metro YMCA’s Y’s Guys and Y’s Girls program at Amscot Fun Day


	Left to right, Judi Frame, Development Coordinator, Tampa Metro Area YMCA; Kortes Smith, teen member, Central City Family YMCA; Kirk Smith,Program Director, Central City Family YMCA, Florida Sen. Les Miller; Deveron Gibbons, VP of Public Affairs and District Leader Eileen Williams

On May 13, Amscot recognized the good work of Tampa’s Central City YMCA branch with a $1,000 donation. The Central City YMCA operates two year-round programs known as Y’s Guys and Y’s Girls. Both programs seek to raise self-esteem and selfawareness among at-risk youth in the Tampa area. Attending the Amscot Fun Day event was Florida Sen. Lesley Miller of Tampa.

Lakeland Police Department

Amscot donated 50 bicycle helmets to North Lakeland Elementary School. Lakeland Police Office Doris Maddox is the School Resource Officer who coordinates the safety program at the elementary school. Because the school is located in a lower income area, often the children do not have access to helmets. By donating the helmets, Officer Maddox was able to provide not only safety tips, but safety gear as well.

Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office – Community Policing Unit

Amscot recently purchased two Cannondale “Interceptor” Law Enforcement bicycles for the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Community Policing Unit. These specialty bicycles are equipped for officers to ride while patrolling in their local communities.


	Deputies Cheko Carter and Mark Murray, and Erika Harris – Director of Community Relations, Amscot Financial

Orange County Community Bike Festival - Orlando, FL


	Orange County Commissioners Mildred Fernandez, Homer Hartage, Linda Stewart, and Bill Segal; Deveron Gibbons - VP of Public Affairs, Amscot Financial

Amscot was well represented on Saturday, February 18 at the inaugural Community Bike Festival in Orange County to promote bicycle safety, safety equipment and cycling as part of a healthy family lifestyle. The festival was organized by Orange County Commissioner Linda Stewart. Amscot Financial supported the event by donating 200 bicycle helmets. The event got off to an early start with Commissioner Stewart and Commissioners Bill Segal, Mildred Fernandez and Homer Hartage leading a two-mile ride along Dean Road to Downey Park. Many of the riders were decked out with Amscot Financial helmets - Commissioner Fernandez decorated her Amscot helmet with jewels. Amscot was represented by Deveron Gibbons, Vice President of Public Affairs.

Amscot Financial Contributes $1,000 to the Twelfth Annual Appreciation Dinner for Pinellas County Law Enforcement, Firefighters and Emergency Medical Services Personnel

Amscot made a $1,000 contribution toward Pinellas County Commissioner John Morroni's Twelfth Annual Appreciation Dinner for Law Enforcement, Firefighters and Emergency Medical Services personnel. The dinner, which was held January 27th at the Belleview Biltmore Resort, was designed to honor the men and women who risk their lives to protect and serve the citizens of Pinellas County. “We have a tremendous appreciation for the efforts of those who serve as police officers, firefighters and emergency medical services personnel. They respond to the highest calling with selflessness, courage, compassion and vigilance, and serve as a shining example to everyone within our community. That's why we're proud to offer this small sign of gratitude for the efforts these men and women make every single day to help keep us safe and healthy," said Ian MacKechnie.

Leadership St. Pete 2006 (St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce) –
St. Petersburg, FL

Leadership St. Pete is a program designed to develop and enhance the skills of future leaders in the community. Amscot Financial sponsored the first seminar of the 2006 program by providing dinner for the participants.

National Council of Negro Women - St. Petersburg, FL
The National Council of Negro Women is one of the oldest organizations in the nation, founded by Dorothy Height and Mrs. Roosevelt. Amscot Financial gave a donation towards their annual breakfast commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his holiday.

Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival – Tampa, FL
The Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival celebrates African American history and the contributions of diversity in Hillsborough County. Amscot Financial gave a contribution towards the event.

The Salvation Army – Back-to-School Supply Campaign

Amscot Financial provided The Salvation Army with school supplies for needy children to support their Back-to-School Supply Campaign. Each year, The Salvation Army of Hillsborough County’s Family Services Department helps meet the emergency needs of more than 2,500 families by assisting them with the payment of rent, utilities, medical prescriptions and other necessary expenses. Many of these clients are sent to The Salvation Army by other social service agencies that are unable to assist them. Most of the families served by Family Services would be considered ‘working poor,’ and their ranks include thousands of school-aged children. Many of these families struggle to pay their monthly bills, and little money is left over for extras such as school supplies for a new school year. By partnering with Amscot Financial, The Salvation Army was able to provide youngsters with some of the tools they need for a successful school year: 200 writing pads (lined notepads), 200 calculators, 400 highlighters, and 1,000 pens.

PASS Program – Clearview Elementary School

Recently, Amscot Financial and Progress Telecom joined the City of St. Petersburg and Mayor Rick Baker’s Office to help initiate the Partnership to Advance School Success (PASS) Program at Clearview Elementary School. The PASS Program is an initiative designed by the Council for Educational Change to increase student achievement in low performing schools by empowering the leadership of the principal using corporate strategies.

Amscot Financial, along with Progress Telecom, will contribute strategic business planning, mentoring and financial resources over the next three years to assist the school in reaching its objectives: to reach and maintain an “A” status as measured by Florida’s A+ Plan and to reach and maintain Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) as measured by the No Child Left Behind Act.

Hilda T. Turner Elementary School

Hilda T. Turner Elementary school is a brand new school located in Hillsborough County in the New Tampa area. On April 29, 2006, the school will hold its first annual Golf Tournament at Pebble Creek Country Club. The purpose of the golf tournament is to raise money for educational materials, technology and teacher supplies. The school’s PTA is organizing the event and will be handing out goodie bags to all participants. Amscot Financial donated 150 Amscot pens for the goodie bags.

Amscot Financial Contributes $1,500 to the Tampa/St. Petersburg Metropolitan Black Pages
Amscot made a $1,500 contribution toward the Tampa/St. Petersburg Metropolitan Black Pages which awards the Black Pages Youth Entrepreneurial Education Foundation scholarships each year. The Black Pages selects and recognizes several students who exhibit a desire to pursue an interest in entrepreneurship. The scholarship assists graduates in furthering their academic education and prepares them for the free-enterprise system as we know it in our country. The scholarships were presented on January 27th at the Tampa/Hillsborough Urban League Building.

Baycrest Elementary School – Tampa, FL
A guidance counselor from Baycrest Elementary School had 15 bike donated to the school for underprivileged students and wanted to have bike helmets for the students as well. Amscot Financial contributed bike helmets for each of the students.

Pizzo Elementary School – Tampa, FL
A guidance counselor at Pizzo Elementary requested 15 bike helmets for underprivileged students who would be receiving bikes through a donation to the school. Amscot Financial was able to assist with the helmets.

Salvation Army 'Kettles for Kids' Event


	From left to right, Deveron Gibbons – Vice President of Public Affairs, Ian MacKechnie – Founder and CEO and Erika Harris – Director of Community Relations

The Salvation Army of Hillsborough County is running full speed ahead during this time of year to raise funds through their Red Kettle Campaign with approximately 60 bell ringing sites throughout the county, requiring thousands of volunteers. Amscot Financial did their part by contributing to the cause and participating in the efforts.

Founder and CEO of Amscot Financial, Ian MacKechnie, rang bells in Downtown Tampa at Lykes Gaslight Park for the Third Annual ‘Kettles for Kids’ Event on Friday, December 2nd, 12:00pm - 1:00pm.

The event is an opportunity for senior executives from some of Tampa’s leading businesses to gather for a friendly competition to raise money for needy children and their families, accepting donations from passer-bys. The Salvation Army brass band also played holiday favorites.


	Ian MacKechnie offers tootsie rolls to a young donor for his contribution


	A generous passerby makes a contribution

The event was a big success raising $15,581.18. Amscot Financial personally contributed a very special gift of $15,000 to their kettle. All funds collected at the event are being used by The Salvation Army to purchase gifts, clothing and food for needy children and their families this holiday season.

Salvation Army Bell Ringing at Walmart Gunn Highway in Tampa

Amscot Financial team members from branches in the Carrollwood area of Tampa rang bells for the day (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.) at Walmart on 6192 Gunn Highway December 7th. This “Advisory Board” bell ringing site was specially designated for family, friends, colleagues and employees of board members to help fill the shifts. Founder and CEO of Amscot Financial is a member of The Salvation Army
Advisory Board.

Here are a few of our bell ringers in action!


	From left to right, Jessica Lisnock, Branch 94 – Amscot Financial and Maria Fischer, Branch 63 – Amscot Financial


	From left to right, Ryan Hardy, Branch 61 - Amscot Financial and Jason Marshall, Branch 4 - Amscot Financial


	From left to right, Alisa Davis, Branch 68 – Amscot Financial andMichelle Soto, Branch 4 – Amscot Financial


	Team Member Michelle Soto poses with a family of generous donors.

2005 Osceola Fall Expo Series – Orlando, FL

Amscot Financial participated in the 2005 Osceola Fall Expo Series – Business Connection and Hispanic Trade Show in Kissimmee on November 16th and 17th. The “taste-of-the-town” event was attended by hundreds of Osceola County residents and business people. Amscot Financial currently has three locations in Osceola County and is readying plans for
further expansion in this fast-growing Central Florida area.


Orlando-area District Manager Bill Worling and Branch Manager Monica Muñoz await guests at Amscot Financial’s display table.

Mobley Park Tax Event


	From left to right, Mobley Park resident and Felita Joslan, Amscot Tax Preparer at the tax event.

During tax season, it’s not uncommon to have a lot of questions, so this year, Amscot held a tax event to meet with people and explain the benefits of having their taxes professionally prepared and e-filed with our tax offices. The event was hosted at the Mobley Park Welcome Center on January 26, 2005 from 5-6:30pm. One of our tax preparers met with potential customers and explained the benefits of our services, and answered various tax questions.