NEWSROOM - 2009

Media Contacts
Brad Hodges 785.438.6003
SVP, Director of Corporate Services

Julie DeVader 785.438.6044
VP, Director of Public Relations & Communications

S&P Rating
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Corporate Governance
Visit our Corporate Governance page for information about FHLBank Topeka's policies.

Changes to FHLBank's Member Products Policy

December 22, 2009 - FHLBank is pleased to announce several positive changes as a result of our recently conducted collateral methodology review. Read more.

FHLBank Holiday Transaction Guidelines

December 18, 2009 - Please note the transaction guidelines for upcoming holidays. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Declares 4th Quarter Dividend

December 18, 2009 - We are pleased to announce that FHLBank Topeka's board of directors approved dividends for the fourth quarter of 2009. Read more.

Online QCD Form Coming in 2010

December 10, 2009 - Completing your first quarter Qualifying Collateral Determination (QCD) form will be quicker and easier thanks to our new online feature. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka's Member and Independent Director Election Results

November 25, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka is pleased to announce the results of the 2009 Member and Independent Director Election. Read more.

FHLBank System Third Quarter Combined Financial Report

November 17, 2009 - The Federal Home Loan Banks have released third quarter combined operating highlights. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Files Third Quarter Form 10-Q

November 12, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka filed its 2009 third quarter 10-Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission today. Read more.

Veteran's Day Transaction Guidelines

November 6, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka will be closed Wednesday, November 11, 2009, in observance of Veteran's Day. Read more.

FHLBanks Release Third Quarter 2009 Combined Operating Highlights

October 30, 2009 - The Federal Home Loan Banks have released third quarter financial results. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Announces Third Quarter 2009 Earnings

October 29, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka announces its operating results for the third quarter ending on September 30, 2009. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Member Director Election

October 2, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka mailed director election ballots to all members in its district. Read more.

Changes to FHLBank's Member Products Policy

September 28, 2009 - FHLBank's board of directors, at its September 18, 2009, meeting, made changes to the Member Products Policy. Read more.

FHFA Proposed Rulemaking on FHLBank System Office of Finance Board

September 22, 2009 - On August 4, 2009, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced a proposed rulemaking on the board of directors of the Federal Home Loan Bank System Office of Finance. The FHFA will receive comments about the proposed regulations until November 4. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Declares 3rd Quarter Dividend

September 18, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka's board of directors approved dividends for the third quarter of 2009. Read more.

Labor Day Transaction Guidelines

September 1, 2009 - Transaction guidelines for the Labor Day holiday. Read more.

Nominations Open for FHLBank's Affordable Housing Advisory Council

August 14, 2009 - Nominations for 2010 AHAC requested. Read more.

FHLBanks Release Second Quarter 2009 Combined Operating Highlights

August 13, 2009 - The Federal Home Loan Banks have released second quarter financial results. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Announces Second Quarter 2009 Earnings

August 12, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka filed its Form 10-Q for the second quarter ending on June 30, 2009, with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Offering Disaster Relief to Nebraska Members

August 5, 2009 - Housing and Community Development Emergency Loan Program (HELP) available to Nebraska members in disaster areas. Read more.

Homeownership Set-aside Programs Submission Process for August

July 23, 2009 - FHLBank will accept requests for HSP funds for specific borrowers on August 1. Read more.

FHLBank System First Quarter Combined Financial Report

July 6, 2009 - FHLBank System's first quarter 2009 Combined Financial Report. Read more.

Changes to FHLBank's Member Products Policy and Fee Schedule

June 30, 2009 - The FHLBank Topeka board of directors, at its June 25, 2009, meeting, made changes to the Member Products Policy. The changes are outlined below and are effective July 1, 2009. Read more.

Changes to July 1 HSP Submission

June 26, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka's board of directors has approved changes to the Homeownership Set-aside Program submission process effective July 1, 2009. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Declares 2nd Quarter Dividend

June 26, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka's board of directors approved the following dividends for the second quarter of 2009 at its June 25, 2009, meeting: Class A Common Stock: 0.75 percent (per annum); and Class B Common Stock: 2.50 percent (per annum). Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Director Election

June 24, 2009 - FHLBank is pleased to announce the commencement of the 2009 director election. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka to Redeem Excess Class A Common Stock

June 17, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka will be redeeming all excess A Common Stock on June 24, 2009. The redemption will allow FHLBank to continue to pay dividends in the form of stock, rather than cash. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Announces First Quarter 2009 Earnings

June 15, 2009 - FHLBank filed its Form 10-Q for the first quarter ending on March 31, 2009, with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Announces Delay in Filing Form 10-Q

May 15, 2009 - Federal Housing Finance Agency ensures consistency among Federal Home Loan Banks. Read more.

Higher Dividend Opportunity from FHLBank Topeka

May 6, 2009 - Management of FHLBank Topeka’s capital is an important tool in the successful operation of the Bank and providing value to our members. A key component of that management is controlling the amount of excess capital stock outstanding. Read more.

Annual Management Conference Wrap Up

May 5, 2009 - Attendees from member institutions from across the Tenth District gained valuable insight into the industry at the FHLBank Topeka Annual Management Conference at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel April 22-24, 2009. Read more.

2008 Federal Home Loan Bank Financial Results

April 21, 2009 - The FHLBanks' Office of Finance is pleased to announce publication of the 2008 Combined Financial Report of the Federal Home Loan Banks. Read more.

Changes to FHLBank's Member Products Policy

March 31, 2009 - The FHLBank Topeka board of directors amended the Member Products Policy at its March 26, 2009, meeting. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Declares 1st Quarter Dividend

March 27, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka’s board of directors approved the following dividends for the first quarter of 2009 at its March 26, 2009, meeting: Class A Common Stock: 0.75 percent (per annum); and Class B Common Stock: 2.50 percent (per annum). Read more.

Financial Accounting Standards Board Proposals

March 24, 2009 - The FASB issued two proposed staff positions that would change the method for determining if an OTTI exists. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Files 2008 Form 10-K

March 26, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka filed its 10-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Read more.

FHLBanks Release Unaudited 2008 Financial Results

March 16, 2009 - The Federal Home Loan Banks have released 2008 financial results. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Announces 2008 Earnings

February 26, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka announces its GAAP and core earnings for the year ended December 31, 2008. Read more.

FHLBank Offering Disaster Relief to Oklahoma Members

Feb. 17, 2009 - FHLBank Topeka is offering its Housing and Community Development Emergency Loan Program (HELP) and Rural First-time Homebuyer Program (RFHP) to Oklahoma members who are financing the repair or reconstruction of residences or businesses that were damaged by severe storms. Read more.

President's Day Transaction Guidelines

Feb. 11, 2009 - Please note the following transaction guidelines for Friday, Feb. 13, 2009. Read more.

FHLBank Topeka Performance Update

Jan. 27, 2009 - A letter from FHLBank CEO Andy Jetter to members. Read more.

An Economic Update from FHLBank Topeka's President

Jan. 9, 2009 - As we begin 2009, it’s appropriate to reflect on the difficult economic environment we are all experiencing. The financial markets and the broader economy are under tremendous stress. Read more.

FHLBank System Second Quarter Combined Financial Report

August 20, 2009 - The Second Quarter 2009 Combined Financial Report for the 12 Federal Home Loan Banks is now available. Read more.