LEWISTON — Androscoggin Bank is accepting applications for 2017 Greater Giving bi-annual grants through Saturday, Dec. 31.

Greater Giving is the bank’s community impact program launched in 2015 to provide support to nonprofit organizations that benefit the community in three specific areas: economic development, education and the arts.

Grant applications are accepted twice each year — due June 30 and Dec. 31.

The Greater Giving grants committee approved second-cycle grants in July totaling $7,500.

The Greater Giving program’s philosophy is that “community impact through partnership” is not only an exercise in volunteer hours and money donated, but is an emphasis on community partnerships and choosing to focus giving efforts in strategic areas where the bank can make the biggest difference.

For more information, visit www.androscogginbank.com/Home/Community/Greater-Giving/About.