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Not-For-Profit Lending

Nonprofit organizations like yours make our Connecticut and Rhode Island communities better and stronger. Whether your organization focuses on education, social services, the arts or another worthy cause, Dime Bank supports your journey with affordable financing to address all types of business needs.

Local loans support our local not-for-profit organizations

Every day you focus on improving the quality of life for members of our community. When it comes to borrowing money for your organization, consider working with Dime Bank. We have a long history of investing in the communities we serve, and our partnership can deliver so many positive results for organizations like yours. We take time to understand your group's goals and provide all the guidance you need for a smooth application and closing process.

Lines of Credit

A line of credit offers flexibility at an affordable variable rate, so your organization can draw money whenever necessary.

Term Loans

Get immediate access to a lump sum of money to address your group's expenses and other needs.

Commercial Mortgages

You have access to various types of flexible financing when your organization needs to buy, build or expand property.

Tax-Exempt Bonds

Qualified 501(c)(3) bonds could be a financing option with a lower interest rate if your organization and project are eligible.

Commercial Lenders

Brian McNamara
Senior VP, Chief Lending Officer
Chris Gauthier
FVP, Commercial Lending Manager
Celeste Brouillard
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
John Estelle
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
William Rosadini
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
Gerald R. Tavernier, Jr.
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
Cindy Palmer
Assistant VP, Commercial Loan Officer
Denise Ogden
Assistant VP, Commercial Loan Officer
Matthew Voelker
Assistant VP, Commercial Loan Officer

Frequently asked questions

Yes. As a community-focused mutual bank, we understand that non profits have unique financial needs compared to for-profit businesses.

A Dime Bank commercial line of credit is an ideal tool for: bridging gaps between grant disbursements or seasonal fundraising cycles, covering unplanned expenses without disrupting programs, or managing accounts receivable and ensuring consistent payroll.

We provide commercial term loans to help nonprofits invest in their long-term growth and stability. Common projects include: facility acquisitions, equipment purchases, build out of leased space, capital improvements or expansions to existing facilities.

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