Kennebec Savings Bank – Community Dividends Program
Donations, Sponsorships, and Community Giving Support for Maine Nonprofit Organizations
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Kennebec Savings Bank supports local nonprofit organizations through its Community Dividends program. As a mutual community bank, Kennebec Savings Bank does not have individual stockholders. Instead, the bank reinvests money back into the Maine communities it serves through nonprofit support, sponsorships, advertising requests, grants, and employee volunteerism.
Organization: Kennebec Savings Bank
Support Type: Donations, sponsorships, advertising requests, and community giving
Geographic Focus: Central and Southern Maine
Deadline: Requests are managed through the online Community Dividends portal
About the Funder
Kennebec Savings Bank has served customers in Central and Southern Maine since 1870. As a mutually held savings bank, the bank gives back to local communities through its Community Dividends program, supporting nonprofits and community organizations that strengthen quality of life across Maine.
The bank is headquartered in Augusta and has branches in Augusta, Farmingdale, Freeport, Portland, Waterville, and Winthrop.
What This Program Supports
Through the Community Dividends request portal, organizations may submit requests for several types of support, including:
Donations
Charitable support for nonprofit organizations serving local community needs.
Sponsorships
Support for community events, nonprofit initiatives, and local programs.
Advertising Requests
Advertising or recognition opportunities connected to nonprofit and community-based activities.
Community Giving Requests
General requests that help strengthen local communities served by Kennebec Savings Bank.
Geographic Focus
Kennebec Savings Bank prioritizes support for nonprofits serving Central and Southern Maine, including communities near its branch locations:
Augusta
Farmingdale
Freeport
Portland
Waterville
Winthrop
Central and Southern Maine communities
Eligible Applicants
This opportunity is best suited for local nonprofit organizations serving communities within Kennebec Savings Bank’s service area.
Applicants should be prepared to create an online profile through the Community Dividends request portal and select the appropriate application type for their request.
Eligible Support Types
Organizations may request:
Charitable donations
Sponsorship support
Advertising support
Community giving support
Funding Amounts
Kennebec Savings Bank does not publish standard award amounts for Community Dividends requests. Support may vary based on the type of request, community fit, available resources, and alignment with the bank’s giving priorities.
Timeline
📅 Application Portal: Available online
📅 Request Type: Donations, sponsorships, advertising requests, and community giving
📅 Review Type: Managed through the Community Dividends request portal
Application / Request Process
Organizations must submit requests through Kennebec Savings Bank’s online Community Dividends request portal. Once an organization creates a profile, it can log in at its convenience, submit requests, and manage applications for support.
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.kennebecsavings.bank/community/community-giving
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for nonprofits that:
Serve communities in Central or Southern Maine
Have a local community benefit
Need charitable support, sponsorship, or advertising support
Are located near Kennebec Savings Bank’s branch communities
Want to build a relationship with a Maine-based community bank
Kennebec Savings Bank’s Community Dividends program is best suited for place-based nonprofits working to strengthen local communities across Central and Southern Maine.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Online request portal
Support Types: Donations, sponsorships, advertising requests, community giving
Best Suited For: Local nonprofit organizations in Central and Southern Maine
Geographic Focus: Communities served by Kennebec Savings Bank
Program Fit: Local nonprofit support, community giving, sponsorships, place-based community impact
