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Working with thousands of charities and nonprofits to strengthen communities
Learn how we’re working to build stronger communities, together.
How we partner
Discover how we’re collaborating with organizations to create meaningful change, from supporting the next generation of musicians, to creating fair, sustainable access to nourishing food.
Our people power this work2
We support clients, employees, and communities across 27 regions. RBC employees annually contribute through volunteering, mentorship, skills-based support, and donations.
368,000+
hours volunteered
13,400
charities supported
C$33.6 MM
donated by employees
Our long-standing support for
communities
Over 150 years in business, RBC has operated with the understanding that we have a responsibility to help build a stronger future for all those we serve. See how our community investments have evolved to keep pace with societal and environmental challenges.
RBC, RBC Foundation and RBC Foundation USA announce C$2 billion commitment to communities through new approach – Ideas for People and Planet™ – to help address society’s most pressing challenges.
RBC Tech for Nature is announced, expanding our environmental commitment to
support nonprofits leveraging technology-based climate solutions.
RBC Future Launch is announced, expanding support by collaborating with nonprofits to help Canadian youth access meaningful employment through work experience, skills development, networking solutions and mental wellbeing support and services.
RBC Capital Markets launches RBC Charity Day (formerly Trade for the Kids), turning the power of trade into support for charities.
First RBC Race for the Kids kicks off in New York, rallying employees and
communities to support children’s causes.
RBC Children’s Mental Wellbeing Project is announced, committed to expand mental wellbeing support for kids.
Launch of RBC Blue Water Project, working with our employees, clients and
nonprofit organizations to help protect fresh water for communities and ecosystems.
RBC Emerging Artists is announced, committed to opening doors for the next generation of Canadian artists to thrive in their careers.
RBC After School Project is announced, committed to help create safe spaces for kids to learn, play and thrive.
RBC Foundation launches in Canada
RBC becomes a founding member of Imagine Canada’s PRISIM certification (formerly Caring Companies).
RBC launches employee annual giving campaign, mobilizing our people to create a culture of community commitment through volunteering and donations.
RBC Foundation USA is launched, formalizing our support for our people and the communities we serve in America.
First corporate donation to the Springhill Mine Accident Relief Fund, setting the foundation for showing up when communities need us most.
Announcements
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Programs and tools to help you get closer to your goals
Discover programs and tools in your area, funded by us, offered by our community investment partners at no cost. Whether you’re looking to take climate action, develop or transition in your career, or find tools to build your financial confidence, get closer to turning your goals into reality.
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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.
As of October 31, 2025. Please see the 2025 RBC Sustainability Report for more information.