Atlantic Union Bank – Community Impact Grant (2026)
Community Grants Supporting Housing Stability, Economic Opportunity, and Financial Education
Atlantic Union Bank’s Community Impact Annual Grant Program provides funding to community-based organizations serving low- to moderate-income individuals and families across the bank’s footprint. The program prioritizes direct services and initiatives that strengthen housing stability, expand economic opportunity, and promote healthier financial lives.
2026 grant applications are now open, with funding available for organizations delivering measurable, community-centered impact.
Organization: Atlantic Union Bank
Support Type: Community impact grants / program support
Geographic Focus: Virginia, Maryland, Washington, DC, and North Carolina
Funding Priorities
Atlantic Union Bank prioritizes funding for direct program activities that:
- Ensure access to safe and affordable housing
- Create economic development opportunities, including workforce development
- Expand financial education to help people build healthier financial futures
Programs should be clearly designed to serve low- to moderate-income community members.
Funding Amounts
- Typical grant awards: $2,000 – $10,000
- First-year applicants: Most awards range from $2,000 – $5,000
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include community-based organizations such as:
- Nonprofit organizations
- Government entities
- Community foundations
Organizations must:
- Serve communities within VA, MD, DC, and/or NC
- Provide affordable housing, economic development, or community services (e.g., financial education, hunger relief, access to health services)
- Focus services on low- to moderate-income populations
Reporting Requirements
Funded organizations must submit a final report or impact statement no later than 90 days after funded activities conclude.
Application Timeline
- Application Window Opens: February 2, 2026
- Application Deadline: July 1, 2026 at 11:59 AM ET
- Award Notifications: No later than August 28, 2026
Application Process
Grant applications must be submitted online. Applicants are encouraged to use the help (?) icons within the application for detailed guidance on each field.
For technical issues or questions, contact:
📧 communityimpact@atlanticunionbank.com
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Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This grant program is well suited for organizations that:
- Serve low- to moderate-income communities in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast
- Deliver direct services tied to housing, workforce development, or financial education
- Are seeking modest, flexible funding—especially first-time corporate funder support
- Can clearly demonstrate program outcomes and community impact
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
- Review Type: Annual
- Application Window: February 2 – July 1, 2026
- Typical First-Year Award: $2,000 – $5,000
- Best Suited For: Community-based nonprofits and public entities serving VA, MD, DC, and NC
