Meet The Funders: Working with Banks

Beyond the Bottom Line: How Banks Build Partnerships That Strengthen Communities

Banks play an important — and often overlooked — role in supporting the nonprofit sector. Join us for this engaging panel discussion where representatives from leading financial institutions share how nonprofits can build strong banking relationships that go beyond basic accounts. Learn about community reinvestment initiatives, sponsorships, lending opportunities, financial education resources, and other ways banks partner with nonprofits to strengthen local communities.

This session will demystify how banks make funding decisions, what they look for in nonprofit partners, and how your organization can position itself for successful collaboration. Whether you’re seeking sponsorship, financial services, or long-term partnerships, this conversation will provide practical insights and real-world perspectives to help you confidently engage with banking partners.

Featured Panel:

Laura Chapman, Wells Fargo Bank

Maggie Leone, City National Bank

Claudio Burgin, US Bank

Valerie Attisha, PNC Bank

Moderator: Neville Billimoria, Mission Fed Credit Union

This session will demystify how banks make funding decisions, what they look for in nonprofit partners, and how your organization can position itself for successful collaboration. Whether you’re seeking sponsorship, financial services, or long-term partnerships, this conversation will provide practical insights and real-world perspectives to help you confidently engage with banking partners.