EastRise Credit Union – Community Giving Requests (2026)

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Charitable Donations & Grant Support for Community Organizations in Vermont, New York & New Hampshire

EastRise Credit Union’s Community Giving Requests program provides charitable donations and small grants to nonprofit organizations and community initiatives that address essential needs and strengthen local communities across Vermont, New York, and New Hampshire. The program prioritizes causes that promote basic needs, financial wellbeing, community connection, and environmental stewardship.

Organization: EastRise Credit Union
Support Type: Charitable donations and grants
Geographic Focus: Vermont, New York, and New Hampshire communities served by EastRise Credit Union

About the Funder

EastRise Credit Union is a member-owned financial institution committed to building stronger, more resilient communities. Guided by values-based banking principles, EastRise invests financial resources to support organizations that improve quality of life and advance economic and social wellbeing across the regions it serves. Community giving is a core expression of the credit union’s mission to help people and communities thrive.

What This Program Supports

EastRise accepts community giving requests that align with its values and address essential community needs across its service area.

Priority Funding Areas

Food Security
Programs that expand access to nutritious food and address hunger.

Access to Housing
Initiatives that promote stable, safe, and affordable housing.

Financial Well-Being
Programs focused on financial stability, education, and economic empowerment.

Sense of Community
Efforts that foster community connection, belonging, and local engagement.

Care for Our Planet
Projects that support environmental stewardship and sustainability.

Additional Support Considered

Financial contributions to nonprofit programs and events
Community partnerships aligned with shared impact goals

Eligible Support Types

Charitable financial donations
Small grants for community causes
Support for nonprofit programs and initiatives

Eligibility

Eligible applicants typically include:

Nonprofit organizations and community groups operating in Vermont, New York, or New Hampshire
Programs demonstrating clear community benefit
Requests aligned with one or more of EastRise’s priority funding areas

Ineligible Requests

EastRise Credit Union does not support:

Political or partisan organizations or activities
Sectarian or religious programming not open to the broader community
Requests that fall outside the credit union’s focus areas

Funding Amounts

EastRise’s community giving support generally ranges from small donations (approximately $50) up to several thousand dollars.

Requests up to $5,000 are typically reviewed on a monthly basis
Requests over $5,000 are reviewed quarterly through the EastRise foundation process

Timeline & Deadline

📅 Application Timeline: Rolling
📅 Review Period: Monthly or quarterly, depending on request amount

Due to demand and limited resources, not all eligible requests can be funded.

Application / Request Process

Organizations seeking support should submit a community giving request through EastRise Credit Union’s application process. Requests should clearly outline:

Organizational mission and nonprofit status
Program or project description
Community impact and populations served
Amount and type of support requested

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.eastrise.com/community-giving-requests/

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:

Are based in or serve communities in Vermont, New York, or New Hampshire
Address basic needs such as food security, housing, and financial stability
Promote community connection or environmental sustainability
Are seeking modest grants or charitable donations rather than large foundation awards

EastRise Credit Union’s Community Giving program is well suited for community-rooted organizations with tangible local impact.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Rolling
Typical Lead Time: 1–3 months, depending on request size
Best Suited For: Local and regional nonprofits in VT, NY, and NH aligned with EastRise’s community impact priorities