First Northern Bank – Charitable Contributions & Donation Requests (2026)

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Monetary & In-Kind Donations, Sponsorships & Volunteer Support for Local 501(c)(3) Nonprofits

First Northern Bank supports charitable organizations in the communities it serves through monetary and in-kind contributions, sponsorships, and volunteer time. Funding is intended to enhance the economic vitality and social welfare of local communities across the bank’s seven-county footprint in Northern California.

Organization: First Northern Bank (First Northern Community Bancorp)
Support Type: Monetary donations, in-kind donations, sponsorships, and volunteer support
Geographic Focus: California — Solano, Yolo, Sacramento, Placer, Colusa, Glenn, and El Dorado counties

About the Funder

Since 1910, First Northern Bank has invested in its communities through charitable giving and hands-on support. In addition to donations and sponsorships, the bank and its employees have engaged in community development work, small business and consumer education, technical assistance and counseling, school support (including curriculum development), and other activities designed to strengthen local economic and social outcomes.

What This Program Supports

First Northern Bank provides charitable contributions to local nonprofits that:

Deliver services within the bank’s local markets
Strengthen community wellbeing and social welfare
Improve quality of life and provide direct community benefit

Funding decisions consider the organization’s reputation, geographic service area, number of people benefiting, and the value the project adds to the community.

Eligible Support Types

Monetary donations
In-kind contributions
Sponsorship support
Volunteer engagement (where applicable)

Eligibility

Recipients of charitable contributions must:

Provide services within First Northern Bank’s local markets
Hold a current IRS 501(c)(3) designation
Submit a written request with required supporting documentation
Complete the First Northern Bank Donation Application and submit through a local branch

Not Typically Supported

First Northern Bank generally excludes:

Organizations without 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Organizations that practice discrimination by race, color, creed, sex, age, or national origin
Organizations outside the bank’s assessment areas
Political candidates
First-year programs or seed money
Individuals
Requests to reduce debt or cover past operating deficits
Religious organizations when denominational/sectarian in purpose
Fraternal organizations, veterans groups, and labor organizations when serving only their own membership

Funding Amounts

Requests can be made up to $5,000
Typical contributions generally range from $100 to $1,500 (amounts vary)

Timeline & Deadline

📅 Application Timeline: Rolling
📅 Decision Timeline: Applicants are generally notified of a funding decision within 30 days of receipt

Because local branches review requests based on community needs, the review process may vary by region.

Application / Request Process

Complete the First Northern Bank Donation Application and submit your packet to your local branch.
Include the following required documentation:
- IRS 501(c)(3) Letter of Determination
- List of current Board of Directors (on nonprofit letterhead)
- Organization mission statement (on letterhead)
- Operating budget for the past two years (preferably audited statements)
- List of existing funding sources (current and pending)
- Banking relationships with First Northern Bank

Submit donation requests to:
Sunil Bhagat
Vice President / Community Outreach & Partnerships Officer, First Northern Bank
1375 Exposition Blvd, Ste. 300
Sacramento, CA 95815

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:

Are IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofits
Serve residents in Solano, Yolo, Sacramento, Placer, Colusa, Glenn, or El Dorado counties
Are seeking small to mid-sized local contributions (typically $100–$1,500; up to $5,000)
Can provide the required documentation and submit through a local branch
Want a relatively fast decision timeline (often within 30 days)

First Northern Bank’s giving is highly community-centered and best suited for established local nonprofits delivering measurable benefit within the bank’s footprint.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Rolling
Typical Lead Time: ~30 days (varies by region)
Best Suited For: Local Northern California 501(c)(3) nonprofits with clear community impact and complete documentation packets