Apply for Philanthropic Support

Partner with us to help our communities thrive.

Here, you’ll find all the information you need to apply for a Community Sponsorship, express interest in a Community Grant, or manage your account. Before submitting your request, make sure to review the types of support available, the eligibility requirements, frequently asked questions, and the process for submitting your application.

Explore Sponsorships and Grants

Community Sponsorships support an organization’s fundraising efforts through events or general support.

  • Funded by KeyBank
  • Event-based or general operating support
  • Community Sponsorships on average range from $500 to $5,000


Applying for Community Sponsorship
Community Sponsorship requests will be reviewed by a local representative and decisioned within 90 days. Requests can be submitted January through October.

Submit a Community Sponsorship Request

Community Grants support organizations for which contributions are tax deductible and that invest in programs that align with our funding priorities and advance equity, fostering positive change in the community.

  • Funded by KeyBank Foundation
  • Programmatic support that aligns with funding priorities
  • Community Grants range on average from $10,000 to $25,000


Additional Eligibility Requirements
In addition to our general eligibility requirements, Community Grant-eligible organizations should:

  • Have an annual operating budget of at least $100,000
  • Be in operation for a minimum of 3 years


Application Process
Community Grant requests are submitted by invitation only. If you are interested in partnering with KeyBank Foundation, please complete an Expression of Interest to share information about your organization and priorities. A local representative will review your submission and provide a response within 90 days.

Submit an Expression of Interest

Review and manage your submitted and in-progress requests and requirements.

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General Eligibility Requirements

Applying for Community Sponsorships and Community Grants
We support organizations that serve individuals or small businesses in the communities where KeyBank has a retail presence. See eligible communities.

We do not provide philanthropic support to the following:

  • Individuals
  • Organizations that discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, disability, or sexual orientation
  • Programs operated by religious organizations for religious purposes
  • Memberships, lobbying, or political activities, advertisements, athletic teams, booster clubs, and organizations outside the United States; organizations that are inconsistent with U.S. equal opportunity policies; and selected organizations with Internal Revenue Code Section 509(a)(3) status

Frequently Asked Questions about Philanthropy

Eligibility

Application Process

Application Technical Issues