Machias Savings Bank Community Development Foundation

Giving by year

68% of 2024 grantees were new to this funder

Amount and number of grants we hold records for in each year, which can be less than everything the funder gave. The current year is incomplete.

Where it gives

All years we hold. Grants with no recorded place are left out.

Latest grants made

How to apply

How to apply

Potential applicants may learn about and apply for funding through the Machias Savings Bank website, at: https://www.machiassavings.bank/donations-and-sponsorships-guidelines/ Applicants will be asked to describe their organization and why they are deserving of funding. The Foundation will prioritize projects that help improve the lives of our community members. Priorities are given to the following: financial health, basic needs, low to moderate income programming, workforce development, entrepreneurship, broadband connectivity, childcare, and youth programming. The applicant must demonstrate the ability to carry out the objectives cited in the grant application. Applicants will need to attach all supporting documentation and include a copy of their 501(c)(3) determination letter from the IRS.

Deadlines

The Foundation grants are awarded twice each year.

Restrictions

The Foundation only makes grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations. A nonprofit may apply for a donation from the Machias Savings Bank and still be eligible for a grant from the Foundation. Awards are generally limited to organizations operating in the service areas of Machias Savings Bank. The Foundation does not award donations to religious or political organizations, unless the programming is for food insecurity or to advance financial health. The Foundation also does not award donations to individuals.

Contact

Melissa Moffett Denbow Community Ex

Address

PO Box 318, Machias, ME 04654

Phone

2072559266

Email

mdenbow@machiassavings.com

From the funder's IRS Form 990-PF for the year to 31 Dec 2025.