Shannon Dacus

Operates as a bank holding company of Southside Bank

Operates as a state commercial bank

Functions as a foundation or endowment

East Texas Communities Foundation, Inc. is a philanthropic community foundation established in 1989 that supports charitable giving and community development across East Texas. The non-profit company is based in Tyler, TX. The foundation offers donor-advised funds and various charitable fund types to help individuals, families, and professional advisors achieve tax-efficient, personalized philanthropic goals. Services include fund establishment, investment management, grant distribution, scholarships, and nonprofit support. The foundation manages investment portfolios to sustain grant-making and preserve asset value, and donors with substantial fund balances may recommend outside investment managers subject to committee approval. It administers grant programs targeting community needs such as education, health, human services, arts, and the environment, with specific funds serving particular counties or causes. Grant opportunities are available to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and governmental entities in East Texas. The foundation also focuses on scholarship administration, offering competitive scholarships based on donor criteria. It collaborates with professional advisors to integrate charitable giving into financial and estate planning and accepts various gift types, including stock and cryptocurrency. The foundation maintains transparency through published financial reports and is governed by a local board of directors.

Tyler Economic Development Council, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the creation and retention of primary jobs and fostering economic growth in Tyler, the largest community in East Texas. It provides resources for business expansion, site selection, workforce development, and infrastructure, including access to the Tyler Interstate Commerce Park, a 412-acre master-planned business park with full utilities and foreign trade zone access. The non-profit company is based in Tyler, TX. The council focuses on retaining and expanding existing businesses, supporting new and small business development, and attracting new companies through workforce support, infrastructure development, training grants, tax incentives, and strategic marketing. The organization collaborates with local educational institutions and partners to support small business incubation and workforce training. Tom Mullins has been the CEO of the company since 1989.

Provides health care services

The Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce is an organization dedicated to fostering economic development, business growth, and community engagement. The chamber supports initiatives like the Tyler Area Business Education Council, which works with local schools and employers to align workforce needs with education and skills training. The non-profit company is based in Tyler, TX. It offers benefits such as networking events, customer referrals, and advocacy on issues including legislation, transportation, and education. It also honors military veterans through programs and provides resources for veteran services and veteran-owned businesses. The chamber highlights the region’s educational infrastructure, including public and private schools and higher education institutions.

Operates as a bank holding company whose subsidiaries provides national chartered banking services

State chartered commercial bank