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Community Partnering

Union State Bank in the Community

At Union State Bank, community is at the heart of everything we do. Since 1908, we've believed that being a community bank means more than providing financial services, it means investing our time, talents, and resources to help the places we call home thrive.

Our employees demonstrate that commitment every day by volunteering, serving on nonprofit boards, participating in civic organizations, and supporting local events. Whether they're mentoring students, organizing community fundraisers, or giving back through volunteer service, our team is dedicated to making a meaningful difference both inside and outside the workplace.

In addition to volunteerism, Union State Bank proudly supports nonprofit organizations, schools, and community initiatives through charitable contributions and sponsorships. We are honored to partner with organizations whose missions strengthen our communities and improve the lives of those who live here.

If your organization is making a positive impact in the communities we serve, we invite you to review our contribution guidelines and application process to learn how Union State Bank may be able to support your mission. Together, we can continue building stronger communities for generations to come.

Areas of giving

Union State Bank predominately supports capital building campaigns for schools, hospitals, local-nonprofits, and other organizations. The contribution must be used to raise funds for the benefit of at least one of the following purposes:

  • Education
  • Health
  • Economic Development
  • Human Services 
  • Youth Activities 
  • Community Service 

Due to high demand for funding, and the number of requests we receive on a daily basis, many factors are included in the evaluation of these requests. Union State Bank receives numerous requests for support, donations, auction items, etc., and the number of requests we receive exceed what we actually can give.

All requests for funds must be supported by a formal written request that includes a brief mission statement of the organization, its leadership, and the purpose of the funds requested. In addition to the written request, organizations should include a completed W-9 form, which can be found on the IRS website. Requests and supporting documentation should be forwarded to the Marketing Director. If your contribution is approved, a check request generally takes a minimum of two weeks to process.

Requests given preferential consideration are organizations that meet the following criteria:

  1. Are tax-exempt, IRS section 501(c)(3) *
  2. Create positive exposure for Union State Bank
  3. Are Union State Bank customers
  4. Involve our employees
  5. Improve quality of life in our communities

To help the donation process, we have some limitations in our donation program which include:

  • Organizations without a nonprofit status
  • Lobbying groups 
  • Private Foundations 
  • Individuals 
  • Requests that pose a conflict of interest to Union State Bank 
  • Solicitations received by form letter that discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin

Does your organization meet the guidelines in Union State Bank Donation Policy? Need funding for your cause or community organization? Please fill out the Sponsorship/Donation Request Form.

Donation Request Form

*Educational institutions are not required to show proof of 501(c)(3) status

Thank you for your interest!