Guaranty Bank Sponsors Dallas Mayor's Back to School Fair with Financial Education Focus

Guaranty Bank & Trust Returns as Sponsor of 29th Annual Dallas Mayor鈥檚 Back to School Fair, Expanding Focus on Financial Literacy

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07/11/2025 - 07:00 AM

ADDISON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: GNTY), the parent company of Guaranty Bank & Trust is excited to announce its continued support as a sponsor for the 29th Annual Dallas Mayor鈥檚 Back to School Fair, hosted by Mayor Eric Johnson. The event will take place on Friday, August 1, 2025, at Fair Park, bringing together thousands of Dallas students and families for a day of community celebration and support.

At the 2025 Dallas Mayor鈥檚 Back to School Fair Press Conference with Mayor Eric Johnson. Representing Guaranty Bank & Trust: Hal Lower, Sr. EVP; Ryan Coaxum, SVP; and Cash the Mascot.

For 29 years, the Mayor鈥檚 Back to School Fair has helped equip Dallas children with the school supplies, resources, and encouragement they need to start the academic year strong. Guaranty Bank & Trust is honored to be a sponsor for the third consecutive year, reaffirming its commitment to supporting education and building stronger communities across Texas.

鈥淎t Guaranty Bank & Trust, supporting our youth and their futures is central to who we are,鈥� said Mike Merritt, Dallas Market President. 鈥淭he Mayor鈥檚 Back to School Fair is such an important tradition in Dallas, and we are thrilled to continue standing alongside Mayor Johnson and the City to help make a positive impact.鈥�

In addition to its sponsorship, Guaranty Bank & Trust is excited to once again offer a financial literacy-centered booth experience. Attendees can stop by for fun and educational activities focused on building financial skills for all ages. Making a return appearance will be the bank鈥檚 beloved mascot, Cash, who will be handing out prizes and spreading smiles throughout the day.

This year, Guaranty Bank & Trust will also be handing out custom branded backpacks to help students get ready for school, and families will have the opportunity to sign up for an exclusive door prize giveaway at the booth.

鈥淲e believe financial literacy is a critical building block for future success,鈥� said Ryan Coaxum, Senior Vice President of Community Development and External Affairs. 鈥淲e鈥檙e proud to bring a different twist to our booth experience, combining learning with fun, and to continue connecting with families in a meaningful way. We look forward to another incredible event!鈥�

Guaranty Bank & Trust remains committed to educational empowerment and community support initiatives throughout Texas, reinforcing the bank鈥檚 mission of Growing Strong Communities.

About Guaranty Bancshares

Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. is the parent company for Guaranty Bank & Trust, N.A. and has 33 banking locations across 26 Texas communities located within the East Texas, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston and Central Texas regions of the state. As of March 31, 2025, Guaranty Bancshares, Inc. had total assets of $3.2 billion, total loans of $2.1 billion and total deposits of $2.7 billion. Visit for more information.