ABOUT US » Creating Community
Northeast’s local focus stimulates the economy by providing capital, jobs and volunteers. We all have a responsibility to give back, to help those less fortunate and to sustain a viable community. Being a good corporate citizen is a responsibility Northeast embraces and we demonstrate our commitment in the following areas:
- Economic Development
- Affordable Housing
- Youth Mentoring
- Financial Education
Our employees are also encouraged to give of their time in a variety of ways to achieve this end. Employees participate in a wide range of programs and organizations that meet not only this giving focus but encompass a broader focus providing over 3500 volunteer hours annually in the following areas: Arts & Culture, Civic Organizations, Chambers of Commerce, United Way, and Local and State Government to name a few.
Economic Development
Revitalization of our cities and development of our rural areas is of the utmost importance in Maine. Doing our part to build our state, "The way Life should be." Northeast Bank supports programs that provide affordable housing, encourage entrepreneurs and create jobs, attract new industry and enhance the overall well being of the state.
Affordable Housing and Serving the Needy
More and more communities are relying on grass roots efforts to support their residents in times of need. Northeast Bank adopts programs that directly impact and service local people, providing fundamental living needs, shelter, food, clothing, as well as counseling in areas of well being and career development. In addition, the Bank will assess the opportunities and adopt initiatives in the area of affordable housing including programs that provide special pricing, discounts on closing costs, grants and other funding scenarios that benefit low to moderate income borrowers.
Youth Mentoring and Financial Education
Our future is in the hands of our youth and developing them into leaders. It is important to motivate our young people and create a healthy environment that raises their aspirations. Northeast Bank supports those programs that foster and develop our youth as well as provide for solid education, specifically in the areas of literacy as well as business and financial education. We also sponsor those programs that promote healthy living and wellness for children as well as programs that are targeted at adults to provide for their continued education, re-education and re-training with a strong focus on literacy and financial literacy.
Giving Guidelines
Northeast Bank makes contributions and approves sponsorships based on our core giving focus and the annual budget. Priority is given to those organizations that do business in Maine and are Maine-based. Organizations receiving funds through United Way are not generally considered for corporate giving based on the Bank’s ongoing commitment to United Way.
Requesting Sponsorship
All requests of Northeast Bank will be tested against our core giving initiatives.
If you believe your organization meets our Giving Guidelines and would like to request a contribution or sponsorship, you can download a request form.