Foothill Independent Bank Contributes to Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts

Foothill Independent Bancorp (NASDAQ:FOOT) announced
today that its primary subsidiary, Foothill Independent Bank, has
donated $78,000 to the American Red Cross Hurricane Relief Fund. Over
the course of a three-week company-wide campaign, Foothill Independent
Bank employees and customers made donations, which were matched
dollar-for-dollar by the Company.
   "The devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina motivated our
employees to band together with our customers for a common cause,"
stated George Langley, President & CEO. "Their heartfelt generosity
extends across our nation to the victims of this tragedy. We are proud
to present this contribution to the American Red Cross and to support
their efforts in providing assistance to those in need."
   The entire donation has been dedicated to the American Red Cross's
Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund, which is helping the victims of
Hurricane Katrina recover from the massive storm by providing shelter,
food, counseling, and other vital assistance.
   "We are especially grateful to Foothill Independent Bank, their
staff and loyal customers who have given so generously to the American
Red Cross Hurricane Katrina relief fund. We know when disaster
strikes, we can count on corporate partners like Foothill Independent
Bank to step up and lead efforts to raise much needed funds for
disaster relief -- we thank you for truly making a difference," said
Sandra E. Silva, CEO of the American Red Cross Inland Valley Chapter.
   Foothill Independent Bancorp is a one-bank holding company that
owns and operates Foothill Independent Bank. This wholly owned bank
subsidiary currently operates 12 commercial banking offices in Los
Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside Counties. Foothill Independent
Bank has consistently earned the highest ratings for safety and
soundness from such bank rating firms as Findley Reports, Bauer
Financial Services, and Veribanc.