M&T Charitable Contributions

M&T Bank is a Philanthropy Delaware Member

The M&T Charitable Foundation strives to strengthen our communities by providing support for a diverse range of civic, cultural, health and human service organizations through grants, employee volunteerism and in-kind services.

Our Mission- A Responsibility as a Corporate Citizen

Healthy communities are the foundation of successful businesses. The M&T Charitable Foundation works in partnership with non-profit organizations that focus on improving the quality of life for our customers, employees and neighbors. Our decisions are made locally, by the people who know their communities best.

​​A Foundation for Giving

The M&T Charitable Foundation offers financial support and resources to many types of organizations, including, but not limited to, those that support:

• Arts/Culture
• Civic Affairs
• Health Care
• Human Services
• Education

Charitable Contributions Guidelines

All requests received by The M&T Charitable Foundation are reviewed in monthly meetings by local Charitable Contributions Committees.

In general, The M&T Charitable Foundation does not make grants to:

• ​Individuals
• Organizations that lack the 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
• Political organizations, candidates or lobbying efforts
• Fraternal organizations
• Sports teams
• National or international organizations, unless their programs have significant local impact​

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