Franklin Savings Bank opens applications for Fund for Community Advancement

FRANKLIN — Franklin Savings Bank is currently accepting applications for its Fund for Community Advancement, representing the 48th round of grants. All applications must be postmarked by May 30, 2025 for consideration. 

Since 1997, the bank has awarded 265 grants totaling $1.25 million to community organizations and agencies throughout New Hampshire. The Fund for Community Advancement is active in supporting a broad range of nonprofit community activities to include, but not limited to, economic development, affordable housing, education, health care, social services, environment, arts and humanities, human services, and programs or services addressing the needs of children, adolescents, and single parent families.

Also of importance are programs and services that address the needs of low-to-moderate- income families and individuals. Eligible organizations must be recognized as tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The minimum grant award is $1,000 up to a maximum of $10,000.

Areas served by the fund include Boscawen, Bristol, Franklin, Gilford, Goffstown, Merrimack, and Tilton. The fund may also provide support for projects in other surrounding communities.

For more information, visit fsbnh.bank. Applications can be sent to Executive Assistant Renee M. Baldini via email at Renee.Baldini@fsbnh.bank.