Banking on brighter futures
Our work in Katine ranges from improving sanitation to supporting sustainable economic development
Barclays flagship community investment programme draws on the wealth of financial expertise and skills within the business, to help people all over the world achieve a greater understanding of financial management. In turn, this promotes financial independence and security.
We are clear that by aligning this programme to our core business, we can make the maximum positive impact on the communities we’re working with. Not only are we donating money, we are also bringing the power, global reach, diversity and capability of Barclays Group to tackle social issues.
Banking on brighter futures focuses on financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, education and helping people into employment.
The Barclays Pledge
Under The Barclays Pledge we have committed to providing support to the communities around the world in which we have a presence.
Building young futures
Our partnership with children's charity UNICEF is a vital part of our Banking on brighter futures programme.
Katine, Uganda
Improving sanitation, hygiene, health, education and sustainable economic development in the Katine region, which comprises 66 villages in Eastern Uganda.
Aga Khan Foundation, Kenya
Promoting sustainable improvements to the lives of people in remote, rural communities.
Help the Aged, UK
The Your Money Matters project helps educate older people about one-to-one money management and debt advice.
Crisis Changing Lives, UK
Helping homeless people gain long-term employment, and the confidence and skills to improve their lives.
Groundword Luton and South Bedfordshire, UK
Helping unemployed young people gain practical skills and the confidence to find long-term paid work.
Royal National Institute for Deaf People Job Clubs, UK
Providing support to deaf or hard-of-hearing people, and helping them gain skills, confidence and employment.
Young Women's Leadership Project, Egypt
Helping young women gain confidence and professional skills, and providing them with internship opportunities.
Roses of Mbuya Tailoring Project, Uganda
Teaching tailoring skills, helping people to improve their household income and pay for their children to attend school.
Contas à Vida, Portugal
Helping 500 young people across the country consider the financial implications of their choices in education, training and employment.
Community Partnership Programme for NGOs
Barclays Community Partnership Programme supports non-government organisations and charities in 14 countries across Africa and Asia in which we have a business presence.
Feel inspired to get involved?
If you're a Barclays employee, you can apply online for grants, donation matching and volunteering, to help support the causes that mean something to you.
