First Community Credit Union – Donation Request Guidelines (2026)

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Local Support for Nonprofit Fundraising Efforts in the St. Louis Metro Area

First Community Credit Union provides charitable support to nonprofit organizations and fundraising events in the communities surrounding its branch offices. As a not-for-profit financial institution with limited resources and a high volume of requests, First Community prioritizes local, community-based organizations that submit complete requests with adequate advance notice.

Organization

First Community Credit Union

Support Type

Small monetary donations, gift cards, and branded merchandise

Geographic Focus

St. Louis metropolitan area only

About the Funder

First Community Credit Union serves more than 40 communities across the region and is committed to giving back where its members live and work. Through modest donations and sponsorship support, First Community helps strengthen local nonprofits and community-led fundraising efforts.

What This Program Supports

First Community considers donation requests for:

Nonprofit fundraising events
Community-based charitable activities
Local causes benefiting residents in the St. Louis metro area

Most approved requests are fulfilled with:

Small cash donations
Gift cards
First Community–branded merchandise

Application Guidelines

All requests must be submitted in writing and include the following information:

Basic details about the organization and/or event
Contact name, mailing address, and phone number
Date of the event
Any affiliation with First Community Credit Union
Event flyer and/or pricing information, if applicable

⏱️ Timing Requirement:
Requests must be received 3–6 weeks prior to the event. Requests submitted without adequate advance notice will not be considered.

How to Apply

Send one written request by mail to:

First Community Credit Union
Attn: Marketing / Donations Department
17151 Chesterfield Airport Road
Chesterfield, MO 63005

➡️ Guidelines & details: https://www.firstcommunity.com/about-us/donation-request-guidelines.html

Important Notes

Due to high demand, donations are limited to organizations serving the St. Louis metro area
Requests outside this geographic area are not eligible
Submitting a complete request does not guarantee funding

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is a good fit for:

St. Louis–area nonprofits planning fundraising events
Organizations seeking small-scale support (gift cards, merchandise, or modest donations)
Groups with a clear local impact and strong community presence
Applicants able to plan ahead and meet the 3–6 week notice requirement

First Community Credit Union’s donation program is best suited for grassroots organizations looking for local, relationship-based support.

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