Canandaigua National – Community Support

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Charitable Contributions, Sponsorships, and Volunteer Support for Local Nonprofits

The Canandaigua National Bank (CNB) Community Support Program provides charitable contributions, sponsorships, in-kind support, and employee volunteer engagement to nonprofit organizations working to strengthen communities across CNB’s service areas. The program focuses on initiatives that elevate quality of life, promote financial well-being, and ensure long-term community vitality.

Support is available to eligible nonprofits serving CNB communities in Monroe, Ontario, and Onondaga counties in New York, as well as Sarasota, Florida.

Organization

Canandaigua National Bank

Support Type

Charitable contributions, sponsorships, in-kind donations, and volunteer support

Geographic Focus

Monroe County, NY
Ontario County, NY
Onondaga County, NY
Sarasota, FL

About the Funder

Canandaigua National Bank’s mission—to fortify healthy financial lives—is reflected in its community engagement and philanthropic investments. Through financial support and hands-on employee involvement, CNB partners with nonprofit organizations that contribute to strong, connected, and resilient communities.

Employees play an active role in giving through the Community Connections Committee, which annually selects nonprofit partners to receive both financial contributions and volunteer support. To date, CNB employees have directed more than $500,000 in charitable giving across CNB communities.

Priority Impact Areas

CNB prioritizes programs aligned with the following focus areas:

Community Development

Workforce development
Job training and economic development
Affordable and sustainable housing

Human & Social Services

Programs addressing critical life needs
Services that support community stability and well-being

Education & Financial Literacy

Educational programs
Financial literacy and pathways to financial competency

Arts & Culture

Preservation, education, and celebration of local arts, history, and culture

Levels of Support

CNB may provide support in several forms, including:

Auction gifts or merchandise: $100–$150 value
Monetary contributions: Up to $5,000
Employee volunteer support: Hands-on engagement by CNB associates

Eligibility & Preferences

Eligible applicants must:

Be a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization listed in the IRS database at the time of application
Serve communities where CNB maintains a physical presence
Align closely with CNB’s Priority Impact Areas

Priority is given to organizations that:

Serve a majority low-to-moderate income (LMI) population
Offer meaningful volunteer opportunities for CNB employees

Generally, organizations may submit one request per calendar year. Exceptions may be made when an organization serves as a fiscal sponsor for multiple programs.

Funding Limitations

CNB is less likely to support:

The same organization for more than three consecutive years
Requests exceeding 50% of a program or project budget
Ongoing general operating expenses (salaries, overhead, administrative costs)
Capital projects or building campaigns
Multi-year commitments
Endowments or re-granting programs

CNB will not fund:

Political advocacy, campaigns, or lobbying
Religious activities or programs requiring participation in religion
Debt or deficit funding

Timeline & Review

📅 Sponsorship Requests:

Submit at least 30 days prior to the expected commitment
Requests requiring marketing or advertising materials require 45 days (6 weeks) notice

📅 Charitable Contribution Review Cycles:

May
October

Due to high demand, requests may be deferred to a future review cycle.

Application Process

Organizations must complete the Community Support Request Form and submit it via email or through their local branch.

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.cnbank.com/your-community/community-engagement

Submit completed forms to:
📧 CNBgiving@cnbank.com
—or—
📍 Your local CNB branch manager

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This program is well suited for nonprofits that:

Operate in CNB’s New York or Florida service areas
Focus on community development, human services, education, financial literacy, or arts and culture
Serve LMI populations
Can engage corporate volunteers alongside financial support