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Supporting over 2,000 Canadian charities and nonprofits annually
How we partner
Discover how we’re collaborating with organizations to create meaningful change, from supporting the resilience and skills of development of our healthcare workers, to creating fair, sustainable access to nourishing food.
Our people power this work3
We support clients, employees, and communities across 24 countries. RBC employees and Canadian retirees support their communities through volunteering, mentorship, skills-based support, and donations.
In 2025:
340,000+
hours volunteered
12,000+
charities supported
C$30 MM+
donated by employees
Our long-standing support for communities
For over 150 years in business, RBC has operated with the understanding that we have a responsibility to help build a stronger future for those we serve. See how our community investments have evolved to keep pace with societal and environmental challenges.
RBC announces a new, global approach to supporting disaster and humanitarian relief efforts with Red Cross partnerships in Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. and an employee donation match program.
RBC, RBC Foundation and RBC Foundation USA commit C$2 billion in community investments through new approach – Ideas for People and Planet™ – to help address society’s most pressing challenges.
RBC announces a $100 million commitment to RBC Tech for Nature to support nonprofits leveraging technology-based climate solutions. RBC fulfilled the commitment in 2025 and continues to support environmental causes.
RBC Future Launch is announced, a $500 million commitment to help Canadian youth access meaningful employment. RBC fulfilled the commitment in 2025 and continues to support youth skills development.
RBC Capital Markets launches RBC Trade for the Kids (now Charity Day), turning the power of trade into support for children’s charities.
RBC Learn to Play Project is announced with ParticipACTION, a national program aimed at improving physical activity among Canada’s children and youth. RBC continues to support healthy, active communities.
RBC Play Hockey program is announced, a multi-year commitment focused on removing financial barriers and increasing access to the sport for youth across North America. RBC continues to support healthy, active communities.
First RBC Race for the Kids kicks off in New York, rallying employees and
communities to support children’s causes. Today, the Race has expanded across the globe.
RBC Children’s Mental Wellbeing Project is announced, committed to expand mental wellbeing support for kids.
RBC Blue Water Project is launched, working with our employees, clients and nonprofit organizations to help protect fresh water for communities and ecosystems. The project ended in 2017.
RBC Emerging Artists Project is announced, to help open doors for the next generation of Canadian artists to thrive in their careers. RBC continues to support skills development for artists.
RBC After School Project is announced, committed to help create safe spaces for kids to learn, play and thrive.
RBC Foundation is established in Canada.
RBC becomes a founding member of Imagine Canada’s Caring Companies (now Imagine Certification) and commits to give back at least 1% of domestic pre-tax income to communities.
RBC launches our employee annual giving campaign (now RBC Celebration of Impact), mobilizing our people to create a culture of community commitment through volunteering and donations.
RBC Foundation USA is established in the United States.
First corporate donation to the Springhill Mine Accident Relief Fund, setting the foundation for showing up when communities need us most.
Announcements
Stay up to date on our latest community investment collaborations and initiatives.
November 10, 2026
RBC Foundation announces $1.5 million donation to Women’s College Hospital Foundation to advance women’s health in Canada
October 21, 2026
Royal Bank of Canada announces a $70 million commitment to empower Canada’s next generation of entrepreneurs
October 16, 2026
RBC Deepens Ronald McDonald House® Canada Collaboration with a $2M Commitment to Support Families Facing Pediatric Health Crises
October 13, 2026
Two in five Canadians needed the help of a charity or nonprofit last year: RBC Poll
August 5, 2026
RBC partners with Plug’n Drive to support electric vehicle adoption in Canada
July 31, 2026
RBC Emerging Filmmaker’s Award at the 2026 Gimli Festival
July 30, 2026
RBC Bahamas supports Hands For Hunger in the fight against food insecurity across The Bahamas
July 29, 2026
RBC Foundation is supporting wildfire relief efforts in impacted regions across Canada
July 24, 2026
RBC Global Asset Management employees take part in the third annual Global Volunteer Week
Programs and tools to help you get closer to your goals
Trust for Public Land Resource Hub
From how-to guides to articles and toolkits, explore an extensive library of resources that help communities make the case for parks, open space, and conservation policies.
Futurpreneur
RBC and Futurpreneur give young Canadians access to financing, mentorship, and skills to launch, buy, or grow a business and build a thriving future.
AquaEntrepreneur
This 10-month support program aims to commercialize and strengthen the competitiveness of water technology companies. Through strategic coaching, pilot projects, visibility opportunities, and structured technical coaching, businesses have the tools to accelerate their market expansion, strengthening economic and national resilience.
Ten Thousand Coffees: Mentoring & Networking
Whether you’re a students or alumni, newcomer to Canada, BIPOC-identifying, or entrepreneurs, find the connections to help you unlock your career and business potential with Ten Thousand Coffees.
Mole Mobile
The Mole Mobile presented by Neutrogena, brings free skin cancer screenings across Canada. Find a stop near you.
Pictou County Community Health Centre
Access primary health care through an equity lens, striving to provide low-barrier, easy to access service in the Pictou County. Offering navigation, mobile outreach, pop-up programs, and wrap around supports for patients.
Culturally Responsive Community Counselling Program
Support for individuals and families with mental health, trauma, and life challenges by bringing accessible mental health care to the heart of the community (available at various community locations), providing brief, confidential counselling in a culturally responsive way.
YMCA Ignite
Reach your full potential by building your skills and knowledge. YMCA Ignite offers a range of virtual programs and courses in career development, financial empowerment, child care, and more. Accessible at your own pace, from wherever you are.
RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program
In collaboration with Rick Hansen Foundation, Communities across Canada will receive grants of up to $40,000 for accessibility improvement projects. Apply today.
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As of October 31, 2025. Please see the 2025 RBC Sustainability Report for more information.
Includes donations and community investments made by RBC, RBC Foundation or RBC Foundation USA, employee volunteer grants and gifts in kind, as well as contributions to non-profits and non-registered charities.
Volunteer hours are contributed by employees globally and Canadian retirees. All periods presented are from October 1 to September 30.