Rondout Savings Bank – Rondout Cares / Dividends to the Community Program (2026)
Locally Driven Charitable Contributions Supporting Community Needs
Organization: Rondout Savings Bank
Support Type: Charitable contributions
Geographic Focus: Communities served by Rondout Savings Bank (Hudson Valley, NY)
Application Status: Ongoing / locally determined
About the Funder
Rondout Savings Bank is a true community bank—its Board of Trustees, staff, and their families live and work in the same neighborhoods as the people and organizations it serves. All charitable giving decisions are made locally, with community priorities at the forefront.
Through its Dividends to the Community Program, Rondout Savings Bank reinvests directly back into the region it serves by donating 10% of its annual earnings to hundreds of local nonprofit organizations each year. This commitment reflects the bank’s belief that strong communities and strong local banking go hand in hand.
What This Program Supports
Rondout Savings Bank provides charitable contributions to a wide range of nonprofit organizations and community causes, with an emphasis on:
- Local nonprofits and charities
- Community-based programs and services
- Initiatives that benefit residents within the bank’s service area
Funding is intentionally flexible to meet diverse local needs and priorities.
Giving Philosophy
- Decisions are made locally by leaders who know the community
- Support is rooted in long-term relationships with community organizations
- A significant portion of bank profits is reinvested directly into local causes
- Emphasis on strengthening neighborhoods, schools, and community institutions
Application / Learn More
Organizations interested in learning more about Rondout Savings Bank’s charitable giving and community commitment can visit the bank’s community giving page.
Learn More:
➡️ https://www.rondoutbank.com/rondout-cares/
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for nonprofits that:
- Serve communities in the Hudson Valley where Rondout Savings Bank operates
- Value relationship-based, locally informed philanthropy
- Are seeking support from a bank deeply invested in its neighbors
- Can demonstrate meaningful local community impact
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
- Review Type: Local / discretionary
- Best Suited For: Community-based nonprofits in Rondout Savings Bank’s service area
- Notable Feature: Bank commits 10% of annual earnings to charitable giving
