Ephrata National Bank (ENB) – Contribution Requests (2026)

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Charitable Contributions Supporting Low- and Moderate-Income Communities

Ephrata National Bank (ENB) accepts contribution requests from nonprofit organizations whose missions and programs strengthen local communities—particularly those serving low- and moderate-income (LMI) individuals and families, as defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Due to a high volume of requests, ENB encourages applicants to carefully review requirements and prepare all documentation before beginning the online application.

Organization

Ephrata National Bank

Support Type

Charitable contributions, sponsorships, and limited in-kind donations

Geographic Focus

Local communities served by Ephrata National Bank
(Pennsylvania-based organizations prioritized)

About the Funder

Ephrata National Bank is a community-focused financial institution dedicated to advancing economic opportunity and community wellbeing. Through its contributions program, ENB invests in nonprofit organizations and initiatives that benefit low- and moderate-income individuals, strengthen local economies, and promote sustainable community development.

Giving Priorities & Focus Areas

Preference is given to organizations and programs that serve more than 50% low- and moderate-income (LMI) individuals or families. Supported focus areas include, but are not limited to:

Community Rehabilitation & Revitalization
Capital Campaigns
Small Business & Agriculture Support
Workforce Development & Economic Advancement
Educational Advancement & Financial Literacy
Physical & Mental Health Programs
Cultural Enlightenment & Arts Programs
Service Organizations (e.g., Rotary Club, Lions Club)
Youth Sports & Booster Clubs

Applicants should clearly document how their organization or program serves the LMI community.

Eligibility & Key Requirements

To be considered, applicants must:

Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
Demonstrate service to low- and moderate-income individuals or communities
Submit a complete online application with all required attachments
Apply with sufficient lead time for review

Required Application Attachments

Applicants must have the following documents ready before starting the application (the form cannot be saved once started):

501(c)(3) IRS determination letter
Signed W-9 form
Sponsorship levels and a donation request letter
LMI verification documentation, such as:
- Annual report or brochure showing income demographics served
- Letter from Executive Director (on letterhead) stating % of LMI individuals served
Advertising specifications (if sponsorship includes ads), including deadlines and file formats
Details for in-kind donation requests (e.g., raffle items, branded items, tickets, quantities)

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Timeline: Rolling
📅 Review Period: Allow 4–6 weeks for review due to request volume

If funding is approved, applicants should indicate a clear “Date Needed By” to ensure:

Timely payment before events
Adequate time for ad submissions or marketing materials
Sufficient planning time for attendance or promotion

Application / Request Process

All contribution requests must be submitted through Ephrata National Bank’s online Contribution Request Form.

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.epnb.com/contributions/

Questions?
Applicants may contact Madeline Eby at meby@epnb.com or (717) 721-5235 for additional guidance.

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is especially well suited for:

Nonprofits serving low- and moderate-income populations
Organizations pursuing community revitalization or workforce development
Educational, health, and financial literacy programs
Local service organizations and youth sports groups
Capital campaigns with clear community benefit

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Rolling
Typical Review Time: 4–6 weeks
Priority Population: Low- and moderate-income (LMI) individuals and families
Best Suited For: Local Pennsylvania nonprofits with documented LMI impact