Community

At ESL, our focus beyond a superior customer experience is providing essential guidance to stimulate greater financial wellness for every member. Reinvesting in people, programs, and businesses to help grow the local economy. And collectively creating and supporting true community impact and better quality of life for all.

We’re Inspired to Make an Impact

That’s why we’re leading efforts to empower individuals, non-profits, and small businesses to grow and prosper in meaningful ways.
Grant Funding

We provide support through the ESL Charitable Foundation to help local not-for-profit organizations be more effective in serving our community.
Successful ESL/Community Partnership

Through a community partnership between ESL and Rochester Refugee Resettlement Services, foreclosed homes in poor condition are renovated into quality affordable housing.
Funding Request Information

Here’s how to request financial support for your community minded organization or upcoming event.
Give New Meaning to What Truly Matters

Briana loves the extended-family connection she feels with ESL. She turns to the ESL team in-branch or online to guide her on her journey of financial wellness.
ESL to Build New Branch within City of Rochester Bull’s Head Development

The new branch, located at 835 West Main Street, is planned to be completed in Fall 2025.
Financial Wellness

Guidance, solutions, and support that help individuals and businesses achieve financial goals and be fiscally fit. That’s Financial Wellness at ESL.
Account Safety Tips for ESL Customers

Amidst the presence of increasingly sophisticated fraud and phishing schemes, understanding how to best protect yourself against such scams is key.
ESL Financial Education Center

Introducing a new source of content designed to help you improve your financial health. It’s more than financial education, it’s feeling free from financial worry.