Deadline: 17-Sep-21
The Provident Bank Foundation (PBF) is pleased to announce the 2021 Major Grant Program to focus on funding programs, projects, or initiatives that address immediate needs, create meaningful impact, and lead to sustainable community enhancement.
PBF seeks to build relationships with organizations that have the capacity and drive to create systems change.
Priority Areas
PBF funding directly supports efforts to enhance the quality of life in the New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania communities served by Provident Bank through three Funding Priority Areas:
- Community Enrichment: Programs that drive economic development, contribute to a more wellrounded community experience, serve those with special needs, and provide increased access to information and culture.
- Education, and Health: Innovative programming that expands access to, and improves the quality of, well-rounded educational experiences through strong academic support and curriculum development.
- Youth & Families: Programs that ensure people of all ages and means have the ability to live healthier, more fulfilling lives, including access to quality healthcare, nutrition and wellness, and mentorship opportunities.
Organizations applying for a Major Grant must measure their program’s impact in a manner that aligns with one Funding Priority Area.
Funding Information
- Major Grant will provide funding over $5,000 up to and including $25,000.
Geographical Focus
Applicants must be based in, serve, or demonstrate impact in at least one community where Provident Bank has a physical presence within the following geographies:
- New Jersey: Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union, and/or Warren County
- New York: Astoria (Queens)
- Pennsylvania: Lehigh Valley (eastern portion of Lehigh County and southeastern portion of Northampton County) and/or Bucks County
Eligibility Criteria
- Organizations seeking funding from The Provident Bank Foundation must be certified as a tax exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and classified as “not a private foundation” under Section 509(a)(1) or 509(a)(2).
- PBF seeks grantee organizations that show passion for their mission and meet high standards of governance, accountability, and fiscal management.
For more information, visit https://www.theprovidentbankfoundation.org/guidelines
