Big ideas, small moments, and everything in between—we back the things that bring people together.
Strong communities grow when people and organizations work together. At Bay State Bank, we support the communities we serve through sponsorships, scholarships, charitable foundation grants, and volunteer engagement. These partnerships help advance education, financial literacy, arts and culture, health and human services, and community development throughout Massachusetts. Whether sponsoring local events, investing in students, supporting nonprofit programs through the Bay State Savings Charitable Foundation, or volunteering our time, we are proud to stand alongside organizations that are making a meaningful difference.
One way we maximize our impact at Bay State Bank is by finding other causes we believe in, outside of our own, and getting involved. Looking for financial support for your nonprofit program or community event? Find out how we can help and how to get in touch.
We give back as much as we can, as often as we can, and to as many organizations as our resources allow. Because nothing is more rewarding than knowing we played a part in finding a solution. Easing the burden for people struggling to make ends meet, helping a child learn to read, or inspiring someone to keep moving forward – one step, one day and one moment at a time.
As part of this commitment, we proudly support numerous non-profits and events through corporate sponsorships at many levels. Contributions support organizations that are involved in meeting the cultural, educational, community development, health and human services needs of communities within the bank's footprint in Massachusetts.
We strongly believe that supporting the causes we are passionate about creates stronger engagement and longer lasting ties in the communities where we live and work. Here are some examples of events we’ve sponsored in the past:
If you’d like Bay State Bank to sponsor your event, here are a few questions to consider. Does the event provide an opportunity for Bay State Bank to:
To be eligible for sponsorship, organizations must be:
Bay State Bank is particularly interested in sponsoring initiatives that:
Bay State Bank will consider only one application per year from any single organization. Organizations that have received a charitable contribution or sponsorship from us within the current calendar year are not eligible for additional funding until the following year. This encourages sustained engagement with a diverse array of funding sources.
We typically do not support:
Organizations interested in securing sponsorship from Bay State Bank must complete our online application form. Not- for-profit (501(c)(3)) entities seeking non- sponsored funding should utilize our designated community donations application.
Submit a completed online application along with any required documentation and allow at least 45 days for a response before your event or sponsorship deadline to facilitate our review process.
The Bay State Savings Charitable Foundation was established in 2003 to carry forward Bay State Bank’s long tradition of community support. Through the Foundation, we partner with organizations that strengthen our communities and create opportunities for individuals and families to thrive.
Our mission is to improve the lives of our clients, teammates, and communities for generations to come. We support 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations whose work aligns with our funding priorities and demonstrates meaningful local impact.
The next grant application period will open April 27 and close May 31, with funding decisions announced at the end of June.
If your organization has not previously received funding from the Bay State Bank Foundation and would like to discuss your proposal before applying, you are welcome to contact us at foundation@baystatebank.com to schedule a conversation. While this is not required to apply, we are always happy to connect and learn more about the work being done in our community.
Funding is available to organizations that:
The Foundation does not provide funding for:
Let us know what kind of help your nonprofit, school, or civic group might need and we’ll see how we can work together. If your group is a nonprofit and based in a town Bay State Bank serves, we’ll be glad to make your volunteer opportunity known to our teammates.
If you seek an individual to serve on your board or committee, or need the assistance of someone with particular skills, we’ll also be happy to seek a Bay State Bank resource for you.
We welcome requests for volunteer support at events and community-based projects such as:
All volunteer support requests must be submitted online. To help us plan effectively, please submit requests at least 6 weeks in advance of your event or project date.
