Calling all charities: apply now for 2022 funding through IMB Bank Community Foundation

May 17, 2022

There’s financial light at the end of the tunnel for local not-for-profits following a tough couple of years. Applications close 30th June.

IMB Bank Community Foundation is putting the call out to all charities and community groups who are doing it tough: apply now for 2022 funding.

Following the triple-whammy of COVID, natural disasters and now cost of living pressures, there’s never been a more appropriate time for local not-for-profits to get an extra financial helping hand.

Applications can be made online at: imb.com.au/community

The IMB Bank Community Foundation supports people and communities in IMB's key markets - Sydney, the Illawarra, Hunter, South Coast, Southern Highlands, the ACT and Melbourne. It is focused on building brighter futures through strong, resilient and forward-focused communities - which is at the heart of IMB Bank's core values.

"Over the years, IMB Bank's Community Foundation has played an important role in providing financial support to communities in theplaces where we operate,” said Robert Ryan, IMB Bank CEO.

"We are now calling for people and groups who are taking action to improve the lives of others to come forward and apply for IMB Bank Community Foundation funding. Applications can be made online, and the closing date is Thursday 30th June. If you are making a difference in your community, we would love to hear from you,” Mr Ryan said.

Since 1999, IMB Bank Community Foundation has donated over $11million to more than 800 community groups and projects across disaster relief, education, health care, sports and recreation, arts and culture, aged care, and many other services.