Charitable Requests

Giving Statement

Bankers Trust strongly believes in supporting organizations that strengthen the communities we serve. We give $1 million annually in charitable contributions, and Bankers Trust employees volunteer more than 14,000 hours of service each year.

Bankers Trust partners with a diverse range of organizations to enhance our community impact. Funding priority is given to organizations or programs that fall within the following impact areas.

Community Development

Supports economic development, affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization and community services targeted to economically-disadvantaged individuals and neighborhoods.

Culture and Inclusion

Promotes organizations and activities that enhance quality of life with an emphasis on multicultural and other inclusive initiatives.

Employee Interests

Maximizes employees’ impact on our community as they volunteer, serve on board/committee, or make personal financial contributions.

Charitable Giving Reviews

Bankers Trust considers charitable requests on a quarterly basis for annual funds and events. Event specific requests should be submitted no less than three months prior to the event date. Requests not associated with a specific date may be submitted at any time and will be considered as part of the subsequent review period. Organizations seeking funds for multiple opportunities within a calendar year are asked to detail each opportunity within a single application.

Charitable Giving Review Deadlines

  • March 1
  • June 1
  • September 1
  • December 1

Please complete the following application in order for your organization to be considered to receive charitable funding from Bankers Trust. You will receive notice of our decision within 30 days after the next review deadline.

Funding Exclusions

Bankers Trust does not donate to churches, schools or youth athletic organizations from the corporate level.

Complete Our Charitable Request Form

For more information, contact Hilary Ortmann, Community Relations & PR Specialist at (515) 245-5236 or [email protected]. Printed applications may be mailed to Hilary Ortmann, 453 7th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309.