Northwest Community Bank Foundation

To apply for a grant from the Northwest Community Bank Foundation applicants must be:

• A registered 501(c)3 organization that demonstrates significant local impact. Municipalities will be considered for programs or expenditures outside the realm of municipal responsibilities.
• An organization whose mission or services align with Northwest Community Bank’s areas of focus
• An organization providing services within Northwest Community Bank Communities*

*While preference is given to organizations primarily serving the cities and towns listed, the Foundation Board will also consider funding for programs which reach a broader, more regional area, as long as that area incorporates services provided to Northwest Community Bank Communities.

The Foundation does not provide financial support to political organizations or candidates, activities for religious purposes, individual endeavors or organizations which are discriminatory in their practices. Additionally, it will not fund organizations which utilize a fiscal agent.

The Foundation will consider the following types of funding requests from organizations that fit our investment focus areas.

• Program Grants to support the delivery and/or expansion of the direct services core to the mission of local organizations.
• Capacity Building Grants aimed at strengthening an agency’s ability to make a greater impact, improve effectiveness and efficiency or adapt to address changing community needs. e.g., strategic planning, staff and board development, technology upgrades, and marketing.
• Capital Grants and Campaigns will be considered by the Foundation but may also be selectively considered by Northwest Community Bank’s Corporate Giving programs.

*Capital projects are typically defined as major building purchases, new construction, expansion, renovation, and/or land acquisition.