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.
ESL in the Community Report

Highlighting key moments and activities from 2024.
Funding Request Information

Here’s how to request financial support for your community minded organization or upcoming event.
Bull’s Head Branch Beam Signing

ESL leaders, community members, and dignitaries sign a construction beam as a symbol of community collaboration.
ESL Announces Title Sponsorship for 2025 ESL Rochester Fringe Festival

The 2025 ESL Rochester Fringe Festival run dates are September 9–20.
Financial Wellness

Guidance, solutions, and support that help individuals and businesses achieve financial goals and be fiscally fit. That’s Financial Wellness at ESL.
You Belong Stories: Jena, Growing Confidence and Finance

Jena has been an ESL member for more than 10 years. Hear how a relationship with ESL helped to inspire confidence.
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.