MBT Bank – Donation & Event Sponsorship Requests (2026)
Support for Local Community Events and Charitable Organizations
MBT Bank supports community events and nonprofit organizations that help local communities grow and thrive. Through its Donation & Sponsorship Program, MBT Bank provides support for charitable activities and events in the towns and regions where it operates.
Due to the high volume of requests received, all organizations seeking support must complete MBT Bank’s online Donation & Sponsorship Application and submit requests with adequate advance notice.
Organization
MBT Bank
Support Type
Event sponsorships and charitable donations
Geographic Focus
Communities with MBT Bank branch locations, including:
Clear Lake, Forest City, Lake Mills, Austin, Blooming Prairie, Dodge Center, Hayfield, Mantorville, Rochester, and surrounding areas
About the Funder
MBT Bank is a community-focused financial institution dedicated to strengthening the towns it serves. From sponsoring local events to supporting charitable fundraising efforts, MBT Bank invests in initiatives that build stronger, more connected communities across its service footprint.
What This Program Supports
MBT Bank considers requests that:
- Support community events and local fundraisers
- Benefit charitable organizations serving MBT Bank communities
- Contribute to the social and economic wellbeing of the region
Support may include financial donations or event sponsorships, depending on the request and available resources.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered, applicants must:
- Serve a community with an MBT Bank branch location or surrounding area
- Complete the online Donation & Sponsorship Application
- Submit the request at least three weeks before the event date or when funds are needed
Ineligible Requests
MBT Bank generally does not fund:
- Individuals raising funds for personal activities (excluding benefits)
- Political organizations or candidates for public office
- Requests that are sensitive, controversial, harmful, or pose a conflict of interest
- Organizations that discriminate based on protected characteristics
- Events or activities that have already occurred
- Organizations located outside the United States
Application / Learn More
All donation and sponsorship requests must be submitted online:
➡️ Apply here:
https://www.mbtbank.bank/discover/community
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for:
- Local nonprofits planning fundraising events
- Community groups hosting town or regional events
- Organizations seeking small-scale, local sponsorship or donation support
- Applicants able to plan ahead and meet the three-week advance notice requirement
MBT Bank’s Donation & Sponsorship Program is best suited for community-rooted organizations working to make a positive local impact.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
- Review Type: Rolling
- Advance Notice Required: Minimum of 3 weeks
- Support Type: Donations and event sponsorships
- Best Suited For: Local nonprofits and community organizations in MBT Bank service areas