Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust – Community Donations & Sponsorships

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Charitable Donations and Sponsorships Supporting Community Life in Cedar Rapids

The Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust (CRBT) believes a strong business depends on a strong community. Giving back is a core value—and it shows. In 2024, CRBT employees volunteered 7,334 hours, supported 140+ local organizations, and contributed over $887,300 in donations and sponsorships, reinforcing the Bank’s long-standing commitment to community leadership and engagement.

Organization

Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust

Support Type

Charitable donations and event sponsorships

Geographic Focus

Cedar Rapids and surrounding Iowa communities served by CRBT

About the Funder

CRBT’s culture of service is embedded across the organization. Employees regularly serve on nonprofit boards and volunteer with community agencies. The Bank is a Top 10 United Way company campaign donor and a presenting sponsor of signature local events, including CRBT Movies on the Riverbank, the Cedar Rapids Downtown Farmers Market, Good Morning Cedar Rapids, and Big Brothers Big Sisters Big Magic Breakfast. Community partnership is central to CRBT’s identity—People you can bank on.

What This Program Supports

CRBT considers requests for:

Community event sponsorships
Charitable donations to local nonprofits
Initiatives where CRBT employees are directly involved (priority consideration)
Programs that enhance civic life, community connection, and local wellbeing

While priority is given to causes with employee involvement, CRBT strives to accommodate a wide range of community requests when possible.

Eligibility & Considerations

Requests are reviewed individually
Due to high demand, not all requests can be funded
Submission of a request does not guarantee approval
Approved applicants will be contacted directly

Application Timeline & Review

Submission: Rolling
Review Cycle: Monthly by the Sponsorship/Donation Committee
Lead Time Required: Submit requests at least six weeks prior to the event date

Application / Request Process

Organizations seeking a donation or sponsorship must complete CRBT’s online request form. Requests should clearly describe the event or initiative and the type of support requested.

Apply / Learn More

➡️ https://crbt.bank/our-community

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:

Serve the Cedar Rapids community
Are planning local events or initiatives with at least six weeks’ lead time
Have employee connections or volunteer engagement with CRBT
Seek partnership with a community-first local bank

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Support Types: Donations & sponsorships
Review Type: Monthly
Lead Time: Minimum six weeks before event
Best Suited For: Cedar Rapids–area nonprofits and community organizations planning events or civic initiatives