Community Involvement and Lakeland Credit Union
We’re committed to supporting initiatives that make a real impact at a local level. Our Community Investment Program is our holistic approach to social responsibility — reflecting the needs of our communities by being inclusive and engaging — and supporting safe and strong neighbourhoods. Programs pursued and supported by Lakeland Credit Union happen right in the communities where our members live and work, and where our employees can see the results of their efforts in action.
What we're looking for:
- Specific benefits to the community that will increase quality of life in the Lakeland area
- Marketing, media coverage, and community relations potential for Lakeland Credit Union
- Alignment of the request with our giving policy and available resources
What are you looking for?
Donations are based on philanthropy that involves the contribution of cash, cash-equivalents, or in kind goods or services to a charity, with no implicit expectation on the part of the donor. In other words, a donation provides support for a cause without commercial incentive.
Sponsorships are partnerships negotiated with another organization to support an event, team or fundraising activity, where the sponsor receives recognition for their investment. Lakeland Credit Union is always looking for creative sponsorship opportunities that present us with effective promotional opportunities and ways to help build stronger communities. Types of sponsorships we engage in are: cause-related, event-related or business development sponsorships.
In-kind requests are a type of sponsorship involving a donation of goods, services, or volunteer time.
Frequently Asked Questions about donations and sponsorships are answered here.
Our donation policy can be found here.
How to apply:
Be original! Lakeland Credit Union is always looking for unique ways to foster a healthy community and to access unique marketing and promotional opportunities. Make your proposal stand out!
Lakeland Credit Union accepts donation, sponsorship and in-kind requests year round. Applications are evaluated based on their ability to enhance the strength and vitality of our communities.Please ensure your application is complete as incomplete applications cannot be evaluated. You will receive notification of our decision by mail within 90 days of our receipt of your request. We may contact you if we need further information to complete our evaluation.
Lakeland Credit Union does not provide funding for operational costs
or deficits, travel expenses, religious or political activities, private
schools, individual pursuits, or any projects or events taking place outside
the communities where we do business.
Application form for donations, sponsorhips, or in-kind requests is available here
Application form for substantial
support (over $1,000) is available here
