Machias Savings Bank: Donations, Pledges, Sponsorships, and Capital Requests Grant

Machias Savings Bank offers support through donations, pledges, sponsorships, and capital requests aimed at making a significant impact in Maine. They prioritize funding for projects that enhance financial wellness, workforce development, affordable housing, and youth education. Eligible organizations must have 501(c)3 status, including schools and municipalities, while sponsorships are open to both for-profit and non-profit entities. Requests should be made at least 30 days prior to the event.

NOTE: Apply 30 days before your event. Please allow a minimum of 30 days from the time of the request for donations. Our Giving Committee meets monthly and reviews all requests.
At Machias Savings Bank, we look for opportunities where moderate funding can affect significant results within the state of Maine. These contributions are used to provide assistance in support of a specific program or service. Our primary areas of giving are financial wellness education, workforce development, affordable housing, economic development, and youth and education, but we can give outside of these focused areas depending on the project. Your organization needs to have 501(c)3 status, but know we can support municipalities and schools with our donation dollars. If you are a chamber, you will need to work with your local branch on other sources of funding.
Donations - We look for opportunities where moderate funding can have significant results within the community. These contributions are used to aid in support of a specific program, service, and capital projects.Sponsorships - Sponsorships are payments made to any for-profit or not-for-profit organization for which Machias Savings Bank will receive marketing, public relations, and community relations value.Examples of sponsorships include:Road race
Priorities
Funding priority is given to those projects which, but are not limited to:
Support an established customer relationship between Machias Savings Bank and the requesting organization or individual.Positively impact low and moderate income populations or support Machias Savings Bank Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) initiative.Show evidence of employee interest and involvement that is more than just fundraising, but may include hands-on volunteerism.Assist in promoting financial education and credit service information to the community.
Funding
Requests for donations of $100 or greater.

Eligibility

Eligibility - 501c3, Schools, MunicipalitiesSponsorships - For-Profit and Non-Profit's can apply.

Ineligibility

We do not support political organizations or candidates, religious organizations or activities for sectarian purposes.