8. Kyle retired from Fulton Bank -hoping for support-he started the Veterans Employee Resource Group

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2025-12-24

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In this clip from the Pump Track Chat podcast, Kyle shares that he has been tagging people he knows for community support. One area Kyle is focusing on is Fulton Bank - Kyle’s former employer. Kyle last worked at Fulton Bank but before retiring he founded the Veterans Employee Resource Group (VERG).

Hear Brandon’s full-length conversation with Lititz BMX’s Kyle A. Huffman at https://youtu.be/6W4qgR5tTQw?si=Fl8RffWXZjd6u7OG

A community pump track in Lititz would offer families, riders, and local youth a safe and exciting place to stay active, build skills, and connect with one another. A project like this thrives when local institutions step forward as partners, and Fulton Bank is uniquely positioned to help bring it to life.

As a regional bank with deep roots in Central Pennsylvania, Fulton Bank understands how meaningful recreational spaces can be for a town’s well‑being. Their support could begin with financial guidance—helping organizers structure a realistic budget, plan for long‑term maintenance, and manage fundraising in a transparent, community‑friendly way. Fulton Bank could also offer financing options or explore charitable contributions through its community programs, especially if the project aligns with its mission of supporting youth development and healthy neighborhoods.

Beyond funding, Fulton Bank can help build momentum. By sharing information through its branches, newsletters, or community events, the bank can raise awareness and encourage residents to get involved. Their connections with local businesses and civic groups can open doors to additional sponsors, volunteers, and in‑kind support. Even small gestures—like hosting a fundraising kickoff or providing meeting space—can help organizers feel supported and visible.

Fulton Bank’s employees can also play a role through volunteerism, whether assisting with planning, helping at community events, or participating in workdays once construction begins. Their involvement reinforces the idea that the bank is not just a financial institution but an invested neighbor.

Once the pump track is built, Fulton Bank can continue to support the space through event sponsorships, youth clinics, or annual maintenance days. Long‑term partnership helps ensure the track remains a vibrant, well‑maintained asset for everyone.

By offering financial expertise, community connections, and ongoing engagement, Fulton Bank can help Lititz create a pump track that reflects the town’s values—active living, togetherness, and opportunities for young people to thrive.

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And then I'm also kind of tagging some people at Fulton Bank because I when I
people at Fulton Bank because I when I retired I retired from Fulton Bank and
retired I retired from Fulton Bank and I'm I founded the Veterans Employee
I'm I founded the Veterans Employee Resource Group there. So I'm hoping we
Resource Group there. So I'm hoping we can say, "Hey, remember me and maybe get
can say, "Hey, remember me and maybe get Fulton to support this community project
Fulton to support this community project in some form or fashion." Fingers
in some form or fashion." Fingers crossed.
crossed. >> Yeah, that would be great. Any amount of
>> Yeah, that would be great. Any amount of support just goes a long way, especially
support just goes a long way, especially from a bank.
from a bank. >> That's awesome.
>> That's awesome. >> Yeah. So, we'll we'll see. Who knows?

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