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Our Community Investment

Our mission states that we act in a socially responsible manner, rooted in our corporate social responsibility, and contribute to the long-term well-being of people and companies in our markets. Through our community investment efforts, we want to counteract social problems, promote cultural life and protect the environment.

Our Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility

As a dedicated corporate citizen, we are committed to fostering sustainable development through social solidarity, self-help, and a lasting social impact, as well as environmental protection, inspired by our founder’s principles.

  • Sustainable Entrepreneurship

    Aligning with our cooperative mission to promote sustainable business practices and active civil society.

  • Core Principles & Beliefs

    Upholding RBI’s values to guide community investments and initiatives, ensuring they are impactful.

  • Regional Focus

    Tailoring projects to meet the unique needs of the communities we serve across different countries.

Corporate Philanthropy: Our Focus Areas

Through our social impact initiatives and community and corporate giving programs, we contribute to lasting change across education, environment, culture, and sports.

  • Education

    Education is crucial for combating poverty. We enhance financial literacy by promoting understanding and sharing our banking expertise.

  • Environment 

    We align our business with green criteria, reduce environmental impacts at sites, and improve key environmental performance indicators.

  • Culture

    Art unites and transcends boundaries. We promote interest in art by supporting national, international, and local cultural initiatives.

  • Sports

    Sport fosters health and strengthens community unity. We support young talents and renowned athletes, viewing sports as a crucial aspect of our social responsibility.

Our Approach to Community Investment

Our social impact investment approach combines sustainability in finance with corporate sponsorship opportunities, corporate giving and financial literacy programs - highlighting the benefits of long-term community empowerment.

  • Donations

    Many of our cooperations with our partners are based on continuity. A wide variety of focal points are set in the process.

  • Sponsorships

    We sponsor sports, arts, culture, and innovation, promoting self-help and community empowerment in collaboration with NGOs.

  • Financial Literacy

    Financial health is key for social prosperity. For that reason, our initiatives aim to boost every individuals’ financial decision-making.

  • Accessibility

    We are dedicated to making our digital services and physical spaces accessible to everyone, thereby ensuring equal access and usability for all individuals. 

UN Sustainable Development Goals

To help solve global challenges, promote human well-being and protect the environment, the community of nations adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015. At its core are the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), their 169 sub-goals, and broader sustainable growth goals. 

SDGs and RBI

In a process guided by fundamental principles and accompanied by external experts, 11 SDGs were selected. E.g. we contribute to SDG 4 (Ensure inclusive, equitable and quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all) by providing financial literacy trainings via Minecraft.

Frequently Asked Questions About Social Responsibility and Community Investment

It helps individuals make informed decisions about saving, investing, and managing debt — key for personal and economic resilience. Improved financial knowledge also reduces the risk of over-indebtedness and strengthens lasting financial independence.

Begin by identifying your company’s values, define measurable social impact goals, and align them with community needs and sustainability standards. Involve internal stakeholders early and set a clear timeline with transparent evaluation criteria.

Use KPIs like community reach, long-term benefit, and alignment with corporate social investment objectives to assess effectiveness. Surveys, third-party audits, or ESG reporting tools can help quantify results and identify areas for improvement.

CSR integrates ethical practices into business strategy — balancing profit with environmental protection and social well-being. It often includes volunteering programs, sustainable procurement, and climate-conscious investments.

Community investment means directing funds, time, or resources to projects that support education, inclusion, or local development goals. Typical examples include funding local NGOs, supporting school programs, or financing affordable housing.

Focus on well-structured proposals that align with the company’s ESG strategy, clearly showing long-term social value. Demonstrating impact potential, transparency, and co-branding opportunities increases your chances of approval.

It’s a company’s voluntary commitment to sustainable development, combining environmental, ethical, and social responsibility. Corporate social responsibility is increasingly seen as a competitive advantage and a driver of brand trust.

This refers to targeted contributions — like donations or sponsorships — that strengthen communities and reflect corporate purpose. It can be structured around prioritized topics such as education, health, or financial inclusion.

Being socially responsible means making decisions that benefit people and the planet, not just financial stakeholders. It includes considering long-term consequences and contributing to societal resilience beyond legal obligations.

Contact Us About Community Investment

Send us your questions and suggestions to sustainabilitymanagement@rbinternational.com.