ESSA Bank & Trust has a long history of charitable giving. In 1998, W. Jack” Wallie, John E. Burrus, and Richard E. Talbot worked together to create the East Stroudsburg Savings Association Foundation. The Foundation was formed to solidify our belief in returning to the community a portion of the profits to improve the quality of life.” This philanthropic initiative provided nearly $2 million to the Pocono region for the benefit of health-related programs, arts, education, parks and recreation, and housing.
Today, the ESSA Bank & Trust Foundation, established in 2007, continues the bank's support of 501(c)3 organizations in our area and has awarded grants totaling more than $10 million to regional entities. Our primary areas of interest remain:
In FY18, the foundation awarded $896,349 in grants.
Funds may be used for the following purposes:
Eligible applicants are 501(c)3 organizations, with giving limited to areas of company operations in Monroe County, PA.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Initial approach should be done via Letter of Intent.
Applicants should submit the following:
Award amounts vary. Organizations may only receive one contribution per three year period.