Our Foundation focuses on agencies addressing many critical needs in the areas of Affordable Housing, Arts and Culture, Community Service and Economic Development, Education, and Health and Human Services.
Foundation
Contributing to the organizations that are essential parts of our daily lives.
We're a local community bank investing in the organizations that enrich our communities.
Supporting agencies vital to our communities
Helping to lift up our neighbors
Making our communities better places to live and work
Community outreach is the heart of our Foundation's mission
Ives Bank is proud of our commitment to provide financial support to organizations vital to the well-being, growth and prosperity in the communities we serve.
In 2024, the Foundation awarded $316,900 to 128 organizations throughout our footprint. These grants represent a 5% increase over 2023 grants, making 2024 the Foundation's largest award year to date. The emphasis of our donations was in the areas of food insecurity, housing and mental health, and we are proud to support outstanding organizations involved in this work.
We extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to these outstanding agencies, their staff and volunteers. They work tirelessly every day to make our communities better places to live and work.
A legacy of giving
Since its inception in 2004, the Foundation has donated over $3 million to area non-profit organizations.
Mission
We help strengthen our local communities by providing grants to organizations that are vital to the well-being, growth and prosperity of the places where we live and work. The Foundation was established to provide grants to eligible 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations in five primary areas:
- Affordable Housing
- Arts & Culture
- Community & Economic Development
- Education
- Health & Human Services
The Foundation Grants Committee meets once a year to review requests. Awards are made to eligible 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations. Any organization interested in being considered should review the Foundation Guidelines and Instructions listed on the grant request form.
2025 Foundation Application
We’re excited to share that the 2025 Foundation application is currently open through October 30, 2025.
Past Recipients
We're thrilled to announce the 2024 recipients of our Foundation grants! These inspiring organizations have been chosen for their hard work and ingenuity in making their communities better. Join us in recognizing their achievements and wishing them success!
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