The M&T Charitable Foundation
The vision of The M&T Charitable Foundation is to partner with communities to impact equitable change. That partnership starts by building relationships rooted in trust and understanding.
Update: Foundation Grant and Community Sponsorship applications are now open!
All organizations seeking 2025 funding from the M&T Charitable Foundation or M&T Bank can submit their application(s) from now until October 31, 2025.
Please note: this does not pertain to organizations seeking support through the Amplify Fund or those invited to apply as part of the Pennsylvania Tax Credit Program.
Questions? Get in touch with a foundation representative in your area.
Through grants for nonprofit programs and services, the overall mission of The M&T Charitable Foundation is to establish meaningful partnerships and amplify impact as we build inclusive communities across M&T Bank’s footprint. We seek to be equitable, accessible, and responsive to the communities we serve, meeting needs locally and centering on all people in everything we do.
In 1993, The M&T Charitable Foundation was created to formalize the bank’s philanthropic efforts; to provide a vehicle for the bank’s charitable giving- which now spans 12 states and Washington, D.C.
Grant Eligibility Guidelines
To be considered for a grant from M&T Charitable Foundation, organizations must meet the following minimum eligibility requirements:
Organization must be operating as a recognized 501(c)3 public charity
Must operate or serve individuals within the cities/towns where M&T Bank conducts business
In general, the M&T Charitable Foundation does not make grants to:
Individuals fundraising
Scholarships directly to individuals Political organizations, candidates, or lobbying efforts
Booster clubs and PTOs/PTAs K-12 public schools, public school districts, cities, towns and other municipalities
Religious organizations for non-secular purposes
Fraternal organizations
Athletics / Sports teams
National or international organizations, unless their programs have significant local impact
Rotary Clubs, Chamber of Commerce organizations and various associations
Organizations that discriminate
Grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Applications should be submitted at a minimum of 8 weeks before a decision is needed.
Required Documentation:
- IRS Determination Letter
- Board of Directors and affiliations
- Organization Total Annual Operating Budget (if requesting $10,000 or more)
- List of other program donors (if requesting $10,000 or more)
- Form 990 (if requesting $10,000 or more)
- Most current audited financials (if requesting $10,000 or more)
Questions? Visit M&T’s Charitable Contribution Contacts to get in touch with a representative for your area.
30 & 30 Initiative
THE M&T CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
At M&T Bank, we believe in the power of making sustained investments in our customers and the communities we serve. The 30 & 30 Initiative celebrates the 30th anniversary of the M&T Charitable Foundation.
The Meaning in Our Mission
THE M&T CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
A celebration of 30 years of resilience, commitment & dedication.
FAQs
Grants fund on-going, long-term initiatives, programs, or projects that will specifically impact and improve one or more outcome. All grant funds go to program support and M&T Bank cannot benefit in any way from the donation.
Sponsorships result in a mutually beneficial partnership and yield support for our company goals and marketing objectives. Sponsorships have a a broad reach across a market or state and offer a diverse menu of tangible benefits.
M&T accepts requests year-round. However, we ask that you submit your request a minimum of 8 weeks prior to the date you need a decision, to allow adequate time for the request to be reviewed.
We will do our best to respond within 8 weeks that your organization indicated you need a decision by, due to a high volume this may be delayed. Requestors will be notified via email.
M&T Bank has a very active volunteer program. If you have a volunteer request, please contact your local program officer.
No, all requests for funding are required to be submitted via the online application. This allows us to streamline the review process and enables us to provide organizations with a faster response.
