West Coast Community Bank – Community Benefit Program (2026)

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Donations & Sponsorships Supporting Regional Well-Being in Central & Coastal California

Organization: West Coast Community Bank
Support Type: Charitable donations, event sponsorships, and employee volunteer engagement
Geographic Focus: Monterey County, San Luis Obispo County, Santa Clara County (Silicon Valley), and Santa Cruz County, CA
Application Status: Open / rolling
Required Lead Time: Submit requests at least 60 days in advance

About the Funder

Founded in 2004, West Coast Community Bank is a full-service community bank committed to strengthening the social and economic fabric of the regions it serves. The Bank actively participates in and donates to local nonprofit organizations that deliver meaningful community benefit, recognizing that a strong local economy and healthy communities are essential to shared prosperity.

Community Benefit Program Overview

West Coast Community Bank’s Community Benefit Program provides support through:

Charitable donations
Event and program sponsorships
Employee volunteer involvement (when appropriate)

Requests are evaluated based on:

The relationship to the Bank
Overall community benefit
Alignment with the Bank’s key funding priorities

Key Funding Priorities

Priority consideration is given to organizations and programs focused on:

Health & Human Services
Community Development
Wellness and Stability, particularly initiatives benefiting low-to-moderate income individuals, seniors, and minority communities

Programs serving a broad base of residents across the Bank’s four-county footprint are strongly encouraged.

Eligibility & Important Guidelines

Eligible applicants must be:

501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, public service organizations, or not-for-profit institutions
Serving communities within the Bank’s four-county service area

Additional considerations:

Organizations without an existing relationship with the Bank (deposit account, loan, or other) are generally not considered
If the Bank supports a pooled-fund organization (e.g., United Way, county “Gives” programs, Rotary clubs), additional funding may not be provided to overlapping beneficiaries within the same calendar year
Requests must include details on logo usage/visibility benefits, if applicable (artwork subject to approval)

Employee Volunteer Opportunities

West Coast Community Bank employees regularly volunteer with local nonprofits. Organizations seeking volunteer support may submit details describing their mission and volunteer needs.

📧 Contact: Kim Luke – kluke@wccb.com

How to Apply

The preferred method is the Online Community Request Form. Applicants may also submit a written request following the Community Benefit Program Guidelines.

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://wccb.com/community

Mailing Address (if submitting in writing):
West Coast Community Bank
Attn: Community Benefit Program – Kim Luke
75 River Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Written requests should be on organizational letterhead and include:

Program or sponsorship description
Amount requested
Community benefit and impact
Relationship to the Bank
Contact information and (if applicable) board list

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is ideal for nonprofits that:

Operate in Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Clara/Silicon Valley, or Santa Cruz counties
Focus on health, human services, or community development
Have or are building a relationship with West Coast Community Bank
Can demonstrate tangible regional community benefit and visibility

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Rolling
Lead Time: Minimum 60 days
Best Suited For: Community-based nonprofits seeking donations, sponsorships, or volunteer partnership in Central & Coastal California