Donation Request Form

Wichita Federal Credit Union’s Charitable Giving Guidelines

Wichita Federal Credit Union (WFCU) is committed to actively supporting the communities we serve through financial contributions as well as providing volunteer services from our team members. Our organization has chosen to give financial contributions in the following areas:

  • Financial Literacy
  • Children’s Charities
  • Civic organizations and activities

Special consideration will be given to proposals that integrate the above issues. 

A minimum of 60 days’ notice is required for consideration. WFCU reserves the right to handle each donation request on a case-by-case basis.  Many factors are included in the evaluation of these proposals.  Incomplete applications and requests with less than proper notification will not be considered.  If more information beyond the completed application is needed, a representative of WFCU will contact the organization. WFCU will make every effort to process your request in a timely manner. A decision to deny a request does not imply that the applicant's program is not needed or worthy, but simply that it does not fall within our giving guidelines or priorities, or that funds are not available.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for a donation/sponsorship, each of the following must be true regarding your organization, event or cause.  Any exceptions will be determined by the Board of Directors of Wichita Federal Credit Union:
1.  This event/cause will benefit those in Sedgwick County.
2.  My organization is located in Sedgwick County or conducts activities in Sedgwick County.
3.  This event/cause provides an opportunity(s) for WFCU employees to participate as volunteers.
4.  This event/cause is for Financial Literacy, Children’s Charities or Civic organizations and activities.
5.  My organization is not organized for profit, is located in Sedgwick County or conducts activities in Sedgwick County, or
6.  My organization qualifies as a tax exempt organization under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code (see website listed below).

https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/exemption-requirements-section-501c3-organizations

Additional information:
WFCU will only consider requests from registered 501(c) (3) organizations. Organizations may be asked to show evidence of competent management, low administrative/fundraising expense ratios, and a nondiscriminatory program benefiting broad segments of the community. The majority of charitable activities we support are initiated by WFCU employees and fall within the priority areas listed above.

Our regulatory agency, NCUA, allows federal credit unions to make charitable contributions or donations to two classes of recipients as specified below:

All requests must be submitted online, accompanied by the WFCU Charitable Giving Request Form provided.  If for any reason you are not able to fill out an online application, please call 316.941.0600 and ask for the Marketing Department.

GENERALLY, DONATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE FOLLOWING:

  • Additional funds to organizations already under a multi-year commitment
  • Exclusively tax-supported educational institutions
  • Individual needs, including scholarships 
  • Cheerleading fundraisers, beauty contest candidates
  • Membership dues
  • Operational support for organizations that are associated with the United Way
  • Travel funds for tours, expeditions or trips
  • Groups and organizations outside the communities we serve


Print a Donation Request Form

Request forms and supporting documentation must be mailed or e-mailed to:

Wichita Federal Credit Union
Attn: Marketing/Donation Request
9835 E. 21st St. N.
Wichita, Ks. 67206
E-Mail: donations@wichitafcu.com