Lee Bank Foundation Grant Application
Lee Bank Foundation Grant Application Information
Application Timeline
Grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed quarterly. Application deadlines fall on the first weekday (non-holiday) of the following months:
- March
- June
- September
- December
Applications are reviewed during the month in which they are submitted. All applicants will be notified of a funding decision by the end of that calendar month.
Eligibility & Funding
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations may submit one grant application for review within a 12-month period. Grant awards typically range from $1,000 to $25,000.
Foundation Focus
The primary focus of the Lee Bank Foundation is to help reduce opportunity and wealth gaps for youth and families in Berkshire County. Grant funding supports organizations that demonstrate thoughtful, creative, and impactful approaches to serving the community.
Areas of focus include:
- Education and literacy
- Food security and nutrition
- Economic growth and development
- Health and human services
- Mentorship, internship, and school-to-work initiatives
Priority is given to organizations that support and empower low-to-moderate income residents. Preference is also given to organizations that serve Berkshire County residents and receive the majority of their funding from local sources. While the Foundation may occasionally support general operating expenses or capital projects, these requests are funded infrequently.
Joint Applications & Fiscal Agents
If submitting a joint application with another organization or applying with a fiscal agent, please include the organization’s name and complete contact information.
Funding Frequency & Duration
Organizations may receive grant funding once within a 12-month period. To support the broadest range of community organizations, the Lee Bank Foundation limits funding for the same program to three consecutive years. After three consecutive years of funding for the same program, an organization must either apply for a new program or take a one-year break before reapplying.
Application Completion & Required Materials
Application responses are not saved until the application is submitted. Please be prepared to complete all required fields in one session. If you are unable to upload required documents through the portal, they may be emailed to requests@leebank.com
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The following documents are required with each application:
- A program or project budget, detailing anticipated and confirmed funding sources
- The organization’s most recent audited financial statements
- The organization’s current-year operating budget
Please note: The Lee Bank Foundation will not fund more than 50% of the total cost of any project.