Mascoma Bank Foundation Grants (2026)

Capital Funding for Community Infrastructure & Long-Term Impact

Organization: Mascoma Bank Foundation
Support Type: Charitable grants (capital funding)
Geographic Focus: Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine (Mascoma Bank service area)

About the Funder

The Mascoma Bank Foundation was established in 1988 to give back to the communities served by Mascoma Bank. Since its founding, the Foundation has awarded more than $7 million to nonprofit organizations across Northern New England. Its funding prioritizes long-term community benefit through capital investments that strengthen local organizations and infrastructure.

What This Program Supports

The Mascoma Bank Foundation focuses on capital projects that improve long-term community outcomes. Typical funded projects include:

• Facility and infrastructure improvements
• New construction and expansion projects
• Capital campaigns
• Equipment and capital purchases outside of operating budgets

The Foundation prioritizes projects that:

• Strengthen an organization’s long-term sustainability
• Increase capacity and resilience
• Deliver lasting community impact

Eligible Support Types

• Capital project funding
• Infrastructure and facility improvements
• Capital campaign support

Eligibility & Preferences

Grants are available to:

• Nonprofit organizations serving Mascoma Bank’s market area

Geographic focus includes:

• Connecticut River Valley (VT & NH, Keene to Lancaster)
• I-89 corridor (Burlington to New London)
• Portland, Maine region

Additional preferences:

• Projects with budgets of $25,000+
• Organizations demonstrating long-term community impact
• Applicants that have not received funding within the past 24 months

Ineligible Requests

The Foundation does not typically fund:

• Religious organizations
• Policy or advocacy organizations
• Private schools or school systems
• Healthcare institutions
• Municipal projects

Funding Amounts

• Typical grants range from $5,000 to $25,000
• Recent giving: $850,000 awarded to 70 organizations over two years

Timeline & Review

📅 Next Application Deadline: September 30, 2026
📅 Additional Deadlines: End of each calendar quarter
📅 Review Period: Minimum 12 weeks
📅 Decision Timing: Reviewed the following quarter

Application / Request Process

• Applications must be complete at submission
• Proposals are reviewed quarterly
• Organizations should clearly demonstrate:
  • Long-term impact of the project
  • Capital need and sustainability
  • Community benefit

For questions, applicants may contact: Mariah.Davis@mascomabank.com

Apply / Learn More:

➡️ https://mascoma.bank/giving/the-mascoma-bank-foundation/

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:

• Are planning capital or facility improvements
• Serve communities in Vermont, New Hampshire, or Maine
• Need funding for projects that strengthen long-term sustainability
• Are looking for regional, relationship-driven corporate foundation support

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Quarterly review
Typical Lead Time: 3–4 months
Best Suited For: Regional nonprofits with capital project needs in Northern New England

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