Communities
A force for good
We aim to promote social and economic development through our business, operations and communities
We are stronger together
Our partnerships with educational institutions, non-profits, and community groups allows us to identify where our resources can be best deployed for maximum impact. It’s not just about donating money. We believe that sharing knowledge and expertise can have a transformative impact too.
The Standard Chartered Foundation in the US
The Standard Chartered Foundation empowers young people to navigate our complex and changing world. Our varied engagement programs tackle inequality, skills, and resource shortages, and aim to inspire young people to achieve great things. By delivering activities focused on education, employability and entrepreneurship, Foundation programmes offer a boost to the next generation during the key transitional phase between the final years of education and initial years of work.
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Foundation programmes
The ever-changing world calls for new skills and habits to thrive in the economy and society. Together with our employees, we work with selected partner organizations to help strengthen our community and address social issues. From mentorship programs to our Women in Tech prize, Foundation programmes cover a wide range of initiatives designed to give young people the tools they need to succeed.
US Women in Tech Accelerator
Through the US Women in Tech Accelerator, and in partnership with Village Capital, we aim to address the funding inequities women-identifying entrepreneurs face. Our goal is to unlock early-stage financial and social capital, driving economic mobility and ensuring equitable access to essential services for women, families, and historically marginalized communities across the United States.
LEDA
We believe that diversity is key to unlocking commerce and prosperity, and so we sought to find a partner that shares our vision for a more inclusive and equitable society. Our work with national non-profit LEDA helps to empower exceptional young talent from underrepresented backgrounds, by supporting them during the crucial years as they transition from education to their first professional roles.
The Zahn Center at The City College of New York (CCNY)
Since 2015, we have partnered with the Zahn Center at CCNY to promote greater gender diversity in the technology sector. We sponsor a dedicated program for college students, awarding an annual Women in Tech prize. Participants gain access to a start-up bootcamp, a mentorship network, and a dedicated campus resource center.
The key to unlocking pathways to entrepreneurship and STEM careers is early engagement of young people in these subjects during high school. So that’s where we have focused our energies. We also sponsor a Bossgirls Bootcamp program with CCNY, offering workshops and mentoring support to introduce girls to entrepreneurship and technology, while boosting engagement with STEM.
Youth Business International (YBI) – Brazil
We’ve partnered with YBI on a project to equip underresourced youth entrepreneurs with skills, tools, and the support they need to grow and scale their businesses. Through this collaboration, we’re helping business owners develop skills needed to create jobs, and contribute to their local economies.
Leading the conversation on financial inclusion
Accelerating access to finance to unleash the potential of women entrepreneurs