TIMBERLINE BANK LAUNCHES FEDERAL EMPLOYEE LOAN PROGRAM TO SUPPORT WORKERS IMPACTED BY GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN

Timberline Bank has announced the launch of its Federal Employee Loan Program, designed to support federal workers impacted by the government shutdown and facing a temporary loss of income. The program offers short-term financial relief with no interest and no required payments for the first six months, giving affected employees time to get back on their feet. After that period, standard Timberline Bank Consumer Reserve Overdraft Protection Line of Credit terms apply.

“Timberline Bank has always believed in stepping up for our communities when times are uncertain,” said Jim Pedersen, CO-CEO of Timberline Bank. “Just as we supported small businesses during COVID with PPP loans, we’re proud to once again stand beside our neighbors by helping federal employees bridge the gap until paychecks resume.”

The Federal Employee Loan Program gives qualified applicants access to funds based on their current income, with fast, local decision-making and no fees. The goal is to ease financial strain for federal employees and their families throughout Western Colorado, including those living in Mesa, Pitkin, Montrose, and neighboring counties.

The Federal Employee Loan Program is available beginning Friday, October 17, 2025, at all Timberline Bank locations in Grand Junction, Aspen, and Montrose.

As a locally owned community bank, Timberline remains committed to helping Western Colorado families navigate life’s challenges with financial solutions that put people first.

For more information or to apply, stop by any Timberline Bank location.

*All loans subject to credit approval. Program terms may change without notice. Available to qualifying federal employees living in Mesa, Pitkin, Montrose, and neighboring counties.