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This is why Truly Local Banking matters. Apply for our Truly Local Grant program today. *Applications will be accepted until September 30th, 2025.

PenFinancial Truly Local Grant Program

Applications for our Truly Local Grant Program are officially OPEN!

We invite registered charities/non-profit organizations serving the Niagara and/or Haldimand regions to apply for this year's Truly Local Grant Program. We've got $25,000 in grant funding available for community projects, programs and initiatives.

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Eligibility

  • Registered non-profit and charitable organizations operating in the Niagara and/or Haldimand regions *Organizations must have non-profit/charitable status at the time of applying
  • Organizations who have not received financial support (over $5,000) from PenFinancial in the previous 12 months 
  • Grants can support one-time project-based proposals (examples: facilities updates, purchase of equipment/supplies, programming support) or funding existing programs and services
  • Applicants must provide direct benefit and a measurable impact to the Niagara and Haldimand communities
  • Funds must be used for projects completed before October 31st, 2026
  • Proposals must align with one or more of the following UN Sustainable Development Goals of:

Online Application Form

 

2024 Truly Local Grant Program Recipients

With so many applications this year, selecting just a few was no easy task. We’re thrilled to announce that six local organizations have been chosen as this year’s recipients!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Past Truly Local Grant Program Recipients

Community and Non-Profit Accounts

PenFinancial’s Truly Local Commitment to Niagara isn’t just about checking a box. We’ve truly drawn a line in the sand and are putting our money where our mouth is.

One of the ways we’ve decided to do this is by offering non-profits in Niagara a banking relationship that was built specifically for you.

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