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How CIMB Bank Berhad Gives Back To Society?

CIMB Group Holdings Berhad

CIMB Group is a leading focused ASEAN bank and one of the region’s foremost corporate advisors. It is also a world leader in Islamic finance. The Group is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and offers Consumer Banking, Commercial Banking, Wholesale Banking, Islamic Banking, Wealth Management and Digital Payment Products and Services. It is the fifth largest banking group by assets in ASEAN and, as at the end of December 2023, had over 33,000 staff and around 25 million customers. CIMB’s sustainability framework and approach focuses on Sustainable Action, Sustainable Business, Corporate Citizenship, Stakeholder Engagment & Advocacy and Governance and Risk.

Fiscal Year-End: 31 December 2024

Industry: Financial Services

Net Profit: RM7.73 billion

The net profit of CIMB increased in FY2024 to RM7.73 billion from RM6.98 billion during the previous financial year.

Profit Growth (YoY): 10.75%

The year on year net profit growth at CIMB Group Holdings Berhad is at 10.75%

Dividend Payout: RM5.04 billion

The Group declared a higher dividend payout ratio for FY2024 at 55.5% which amounts to RM5.04 billion.

Zakat Fund: RM12 million

CIMB Islamic in Malaysia contributed a total Corporate Zakat of RM12 million in FY2024.

Cash Giving: RM28.3 million

Total cash contributions made by CIMB during FY2024 amounted to RM28.3 million, disbursed through Community Investments.

Employee Volunteer Hours: 216,000 hours

The total employee volunteer hours reported by CIMB Group Holdings Berhad is 216,000 hours which is a improvement from last financial year’s reported 203,245 volunteer hours.

CIMB Group Holdings Berhad:
Cash, In-Kind and Employee Volunteer Hours

No.	Contribution	Cash Giving	In-kind Giving	Employee Volunteer Hours	Beneficiaries
1	CIMB ASEAN Scholarship	N/A	Scholarships	N/A	133 scholars	This flagship scholarship advances academic excellence by recognising individuals with strong drive, vision and leadership potential to create meaningful impact in their communities and beyond. Since 2016, the programme has awarded RM76 million in funding and supported 133 scholars across the ASEAN region.
14	20/20 Perfect Vision Programme	N/A	Eye Screening	N/A	20,000 students	As of 2024, the programme has benefited nearly 3,039 students. Working with Spectruck Sdn. Bhd., it provided free eye screenings to around 20,000 students across 27 schools in Terengganu, Johor and Sabah. Students requiring refractive correction received free eyeglasses, while Phase 1 follow-up examinations supported 443 students with new prescription lenses. Delivered via a fully equipped mobile optical truck, the initiative helps address visual impairments and promotes long-term eye health.
2	TFM Fellowship for Novice Teachers	N/A	Fellowship progamme	N/A	18 teachers	In 2024, the programme supported 18 novice teachers as part of the Ministry of Education’s mission to enhance teaching quality. Focused on rural communities in Perak and Selangor, this initiative is positioned to positively impact over 39,000 students by 2025.
3	Programme Komuniti Perkasa	N/A	Upskilling programme	N/A	64 mentors 209 students	This initiative equips students and community leaders from four public housing communities with leadership skills, resilience and the confidence to spearhead community-driven learning efforts. In 2024, it nurtured 64 mentors and engaged 209 students, strengthening capacity for long-term community development.
4	CIMB’s Back to School	N/A	School supplies	N/A	1400 students	The Back to School initiative provides essential school supplies to students from lower-income families, easing financial pressures that may hinder their education. In 2024, approximately 1,400 primary and secondary students nationwide received vouchers, uniforms, socks and learning materials to help them start the school year with confidence.
5	School Facilities Improvement	N/A	School facilities	N/A	Ban Wang Sri School	In collaboration with key partners, CIMB Thai supported Ban Wang Sri School in Chiang Mai by enhancing its learning environment. Students gained improved access to libraries, computer facilities and sports equipment, while both students and community members benefited from financial and digital literacy sessions.
6	Partnership with Eco Vietnam Group (EVG)	N/A	School supplies	N/A	Students	Through its partnership with Eco Vietnam Group, CIMB continues to close educational gaps in underserved communities. In 2024, the programme expanded digital access via refurbished laptops for the EVG Community Library, strengthened financial literacy for high school students, and improved school infrastructure—including renovated toilets and dormitories at Hau Thao Ethnic Secondary and High School in Sapa, where inadequate sanitation previously hindered student wellbeing.
7	Partnership with Rabbit School	N/A	Special needs education	N/A	18 teachers	CIMB partnered with Rabbit School to increase access to speech therapy and enhance support for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Eighteen special needs education teachers received bi-monthly training, improving their ability to help students build essential communication skills. Additionally, 25 CIMB staff volunteered in 2024, engaging students through interactive activities and donating books and study materials.
8	Support for neuro-diverse youth	N/A	Digital skills training	N/A	14 individuals	In 2024, CIMB continued its commitment to empowering neuro-diverse youth—including those with autism, dyslexia, Down syndrome, ADHD and other developmental differences—by providing advanced training in digital animation and foundational digital skills. Fourteen participants were equipped with industry-relevant capabilities to pursue meaningful career pathways.
9	Seraya Entrepreneurship and Partnership Training Programme	N/A	Capital assistance	N/A	2 individiuals	CIMB Niaga, through the Seraya Entrepreneurship and Partnership Training Programme, provided capital assistance and established coffee stalls for two individuals with disabilities in Bandung and Bogor, promoting financial independence and sustainable income opportunities.
10	Partnership with Alunjiva Indonesia	N/A	Entrepreneurship training	N/A	30 participants	As part of its ongoing collaboration with Alunjiva Indonesia, CIMB Niaga delivered a comprehensive three-stage entrepreneurship training programme for 30 participants. Three outstanding trainees from Jakarta, surrounding areas and Yogyakarta will be selected to receive capital support to further develop their business ventures.
11	CIMB Microbizready Entrepreneurship Programme	RM0.24M	N/A	N/A	176 entrepreneurs	In 2024, the programme marked a major milestone with its first collaboration and funding support from CIMB Foundation. Three full cohorts were completed, onboarding over 176 micro-entrepreneurs who received intensive training, coaching and the opportunity to pitch their business ideas. A notable enhancement this year was the introduction of company incorporation in the curriculum, preparing participants to transition from micro-businesses to fully established Sdn Bhd entities.
12	CIMB Islamic Entrepreneurship Programme – Itaajir 2.0	RM0.55M	N/A	N/A	98 entrepreneurs	TAAJIR 2.0, a collaboration between CIMB Islamic and IIUM, supports micro-entrepreneurs from underserved communities through equipment grants and hands-on entrepreneurship training. Now in its third cycle, the programme has benefited four additional micro-entrepreneurs. CIMB Islamic also contributed RM100,000 to establish the CIMB IIUM Entrepreneurship Lab—now fully operational as a hub for training, community development and future business ventures.
13	Delivering Free Mobile Health Screening	N/A	Health screening	N/A	10,000 people	CIMB partnered with the National Kidney Foundation to deliver free health screenings nationwide, supporting early detection and prevention of kidney-related diseases among underserved rural and urban communities. Screenings included blood glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, BMI and urine analysis, with at-risk individuals referred to government hospitals. The initiative aims to benefit about 10,000 people.
15	Supplying Clean Water To Rural Villages And Schools	N/A	Water access	N/A	500 villagers and 120 students	In partnership with the Rotary Club of Likas Bay, CIMB Foundation supported a Water Gravity Programme in Ranau, Sabah, improving access to clean piped water for rural communities. The initiative now channels fresh mountain spring water to 98 homes across three villages and one school, benefiting roughly 500 villagers and 120 students. The project involved constructing mini dams, laying water pipes and installing storage tanks, with active participation from local villagers.
16	Eye Care Project With The National Bank Of Cambodia	N/A	Eye treatment	N/A	Beneficiaries	As part of the National Bank of Cambodia’s annual Eye Care Project, CIMB Bank PLC provided both financial support and volunteer assistance. Over the past two years, 136 employees dedicated their weekends to helping with translation for Australian doctors and guiding patients through the treatment process, ensuring smoother access to eye care services for elderly and underserved communities.
17	CIMB Foundation-UKM Mangrove Conservation initiative	N/A	500 mangrove saplings	N/A	Environment	Through the CIMB Foundation–UKM Mangrove Conservation initiative, efforts continue to protect coastal ecosystems while supporting community livelihoods. Activities include seminars, public lectures, training, guided tours and the rehabilitation of coastal areas through the planting of 7,000 mangrove trees. In 2024, #teamCIMB volunteers completed the fourth and final planting round, adding over 500 saplings, alongside comprehensive biodiversity studies conducted with universities and government agencies.
18	Mangrove planting with Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru	N/A	500 mangrove saplings	N/A	Environment	In partnership with Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru, CIMB supported a mangrove planting programme along Sungai Tebrau. #teamCIMB volunteers and the local community planted 500 mangrove saplings to restore the riverine ecosystem, prevent soil erosion, enhance biodiversity and strengthen climate resilience through natural carbon sequestration.
19	Partnership with Green Connect	N/A	Solar PV system	N/A	Beneficiaries	Organic waste from F&B businesses is collected and transported to Green Connect’s treatment facility, where it is converted into nutritious feed for laying hens using biotechnology and smart logistics. CIMB supported the installation of a solar PV system at the facility, which is expected to reduce CO₂ emissions by 1,308 tonnes and save 96 million annually in electricity costs, enabling Green Connect to expand its humane farming model and community impact.
20	Environmental conservation in Cambodia	N/A	1,500 trees	N/A	Environment	CIMB Bank, in collaboration with the National Apsara Authority, led a major reforestation effort at Angkor Archaeological Park. The initiative planted over 1,500 trees and 5,000 square metres of grass to help conserve Cambodia’s natural heritage. More than 500 participants—including local communities, government agencies and CIMB staff—joined the effort. Over the next two years, CIMB will support the preservation and planting of more than 5,000 additional trees in alignment with national conservation goals.
21	Doing More With Bamboo	N/A	6,000 bamboo seedlings	N/A	Environment	Since 2011, CIMB Niaga and the KEHATI Foundation have advanced the Bamboo Conservation Programme, planting nearly 60,000 bamboo seedlings across West Java, Lombok, Bali, Flores and Magelang. In 2024 alone, 6,000 seedlings were planted. The programme also expanded to include training on bamboo cultivation, product development, composting and polybag production to help strengthen the livelihoods of bamboo farmers.
22	Profitable School Fish Tank Project	N/A	Fish tank	N/A	180 students	In collaboration with Sekolah Kebangsaan (Asli) Bukit Cheding, CIMB supported the establishment of a fish tank project to benefit 180 Orang Asli students and their parents. The initiative provides hands-on learning in aquaculture and environmental science while creating an additional source of family income from fish sales.
23	Mangrove Restoration	N/A	500 mangrove saplings	N/A	Environment	Partnering with the Malaysian Nature Society, CIMB contributed to the restoration of mangrove forests at the Kuala Selangor Nature Park. Volunteers planted 500 mangrove saplings to strengthen coastal ecosystems and promote long-term biodiversity conservation.
24	Save Our Coral Reefs	N/A	200 corals fragments	N/A	Marine life	CIMB collaborated with the Malaysia Tidal Garden Association to restore coral reefs in Pulau Redang by planting 200 coral fragments, nurtured in nurseries to regenerate reef ecosystems. Volunteers participated in coral conservation education and learned marine-friendly practices to support sustainable reef health.
25	Community Outreach Project with Regen Rehabilitation International Sdn Bhd	N/A	Fatty Liver screenings	N/A	220 individuals	CIMB provided free fatty liver screenings to 220 individuals from B40 households, promoting early detection and awareness of fatty liver disease and supporting healthier long-term outcomes for vulnerable communities.
26	Dry Food Provision with Kechara Soup Kitchen (KSK):	N/A	Groceries	N/A	600 low income hosueholds	Every six weeks, CIMB supplied essential groceries to at least 600 low-income households, strengthening KSK’s mission to ensure food security for underprivileged communities and helping families meet their basic nutritional needs.
27	Food Aid with Persatuan Memberi Kepada Yang Memerlukan	N/A	1400 packed meals	N/A	Homeless	CIMB distributed 1,400 packed meals to homeless individuals in Lorong Medan Tuanku, Kuala Lumpur, along with providing basic health and hygiene information to support their wellbeing and daily resilience.
28	Contribution to Pertubuhan Kebajikan Anak-anak Yatim dan Miskin Dahikmah	N/A	Household and study materials	N/A	80 orphans	CIMB provided household essentials and study materials for 80 orphans and underprivileged children, while also organising a clean-up drive and informal educational sessions. These efforts aimed to enhance their living conditions, promote good hygiene and support holistic development.
29	Hybrid Training Centre by Pusat Permata Kurnia	N/A	Community support group	N/A	1,000 parents	Through a dedicated community support group for families of children with autism, CIMB reached over 1,000 parents. The programme offers valuable resources to help families navigate their children’s needs while fostering a supportive learning environment for parents, caregivers and educators.
30	#JADIPEDULI	N/A	Social impact initiative	N/A	4,000 individuals	This programme enables CIMB Niaga employees from branches and various divisions to lead social impact initiatives aligned with the bank’s Corporate Citizenship pillars. In 2024, 69 branches and teams organised activities including financial literacy workshops, tree planting, environmental clean-ups, school renovations and outreach to orphanages and nursing homes—benefiting nearly 4,000 individuals nationwide.
31	Brightening Homes And Hearts For Chinese New Year	N/A	Daily essentials	N/A	30 senior citizens	#teamCIMB volunteers celebrated with 30 senior citizens at a home in Kuala Lumpur, hosting a festive lunch and refurbishing the home’s entrance with a fresh coat of paint. Additional contributions of kitchenware, appliances and daily essentials were extended to this home and two others in Perak and Negeri Sembilan to support improved living conditions.
32	Sharing Hari Raya Joy With The Children	RM0.19M	N/A	N/A	600 children and 6 charity homes	More than 170 #teamCIMB volunteers accompanied 600 underprivileged children on shopping trips at Mydin outlets in Selangor, Kelantan and Terengganu. Each child received RM300 for ‘Baju Raya’ and essential items, while six charity homes received RM2,000 each. To further uplift the festive spirit, ‘Duit Raya’ was distributed and ‘Buka Puasa’ meals were arranged at the homes.
33	Celebrating Good Harvests And Health	N/A	Health screenings	N/A	100 families	CIMB Foundation joined communities in Sarawak and Sabah to celebrate harvest festivals. In Sri Aman, Sarawak, the event featured cultural performances, food baskets for 100 families, health screenings and donations of medical equipment including a dialysis machine and insulin doses. In Sabah, CIMB collaborated with St John Ambulance in Keningau to organise Hari Kaamatan festivities, a children’s pageant and the distribution of food baskets to 100 families, along with two AED units for community use.
34	Creating Christmas Moments With The Young	RM4.0k	N/A	N/A	125 children and 2 homes	CIMB Foundation celebrated Christmas with 125 underprivileged children and teenagers from charity homes and low-income families. The children enjoyed a wish-list shopping spree at Mydin Subang Jaya, supported by #teamCIMB volunteers, followed by a Hi-Tea buffet at Dorsett Grand Subang Hotel. Each child received a shopping allowance, while two homes received RM2,000 each for essential supplies.
35	Lighting Up Deepavali	N/A	Festive food box	N/A	300 PWDs	CIMB Foundation partnered with Yayasan Kita Anak Malaysia to celebrate Deepavali with 300 persons with disabilities in Penang. Each beneficiary received a festive food box to brighten the occasion and support their household needs during the Festival of Lights.
36	Lighting Up Deepavali	RM4.0k	N/A	N/A	100 families	CIMB Foundation also hosted a Deepavali celebration for 100 families from six low-cost housing communities in Kuala Lumpur. The event included buffet lunch, cultural performances and family activities. Cash packets were given to 200 children, while 100 families received RM400 grocery vouchers to support festive expenses.
37	embara Kitchen Disaster Aid Programme (Bencana24)	N/A	80,000 meals	N/A	Disaster victims	In 2024, CIMB sponsored two additional retort machines, doubling the production capacity of ready-to-eat ‘Hero Meals’ designed for rapid deployment during emergencies. This support enabled the production of 80,000 nutritious, long-lasting meals, which are stockpiled for immediate distribution during floods and other crises, ensuring faster relief and reduced food waste.
38	Flood Relief	RM2.5M	N/A	N/A	Beneficiaries	Through the CIMB Flood Relief Assistance Plan, affected individuals and MSMEs can access a six-month payment moratorium with a simplified application process. Fees and late charges are waived, and businesses can apply for disaster relief financing of up to RM700,000 at preferential rates. CIMB also accelerates flood-related insurance claims and, together with CIMB Islamic, has committed RM2.5 million for immediate aid. Support efforts extend to Northern Vietnam, where CIMB Bank Vietnam mobilised funds and donated pre-loved clothing following Typhoon Yagi.
39	Indonesia Employee Volunteering	N/A	N/A	70,859 hours	Beneficiaries	CIMB launched the bank-wide “ABCDE Challenge” to encourage reduction, reuse and recycling of inorganic waste. Concurrently, CIMB Niaga organised “AKSI PEDULI” during its 69th Anniversary across nine locations in Indonesia, where employees donated pre-loved clothes and books to support underprivileged communities.
40	Singapore Employee Volunteering	N/A	Food items	6,202 hours	Beneficiaries	CIMB organised a mini food fair with over 70 employees from five departments, raising S$4,350 more than double the target to support Food From The Heart in providing essential food items. CIMB also donated S$8,000 and mobilised more than 40 volunteers for Fei Yue Community Service’s Family Fiesta Carnival. Additionally, a flea market in Vietnam raised funds through donated pre-loved items to support disadvantaged children in remote mountainous regions, while tree-planting activities were conducted around selected universities to boost urban greenery.
41	Vietnam Employee Volunteering	N/A	N/A	1300 hours	Beneficiaries	CIMB organised a flea market where #teamCIMB volunteers donated pre-loved items, with proceeds supporting the “Nuoi Em” Project to assist disadvantaged children in remote mountainous areas of Vietnam. In parallel, CIMB planted trees across selected universities to enhance urban greenery, promote biodiversity and help reduce heat island effects, contributing to more sustainable and resilient campus environments.
42	Malaysia Employee Volunteering	N/A	1,375kg of used cooking oil	104,527 hours	140 families	CIMB partnered with Kechara Soup Kitchen and FatHopes Energy to assist 410 urban poor families while simultaneously recycling 1,375kg of used cooking oil into biofuel. This dual-impact initiative strengthens food security for vulnerable communities and advances environmental sustainability through responsible waste-to-ener
43	Thailand Employee Volunteering	N/A	N/A	30,104 hours	Beneficiaries	CIMB Thailand launched the “OCTO x HUUYAOW” Art Toy Collection, a creative collaboration featuring CIMB’s mascot OCTO and the Long-Eared Girl character, with all proceeds channelled to the Thai Red Cross Children’s Foundation. In parallel, CIMB contributed to coral reef rehabilitation and sea turtle conservation in Sattahip, Chonburi through the “Love Me, Love My Sea” programme, supporting long-term marine biodiversity and environmental stewardship.
44	Cambodia Employee Volunteering	N/A	1,500 trees	2,958 hours	2,000 children	CIMB strengthened conservation efforts at Angkor-CIMB Park by planting 1,500 trees and 5,000 square metres of grass to enhance the natural landscape. Additionally, the CIMB Unity Run for Charity raised over US$81,000, providing vital support to approximately 2,000 children at the Angkor Hospital for Children.
45	Philippines Employee Volunteering	N/A	N/A	102 hours	Beneficiaries	CIMB partnered with CORA (Communities Organised for Resource Allocation) to help former trash pickers open their first CIMB bank accounts, promoting financial inclusion and access to secure savings. Additionally, CIMB collaborated with Gawad Kalinga to support livelihood development for workers at TamBayani Café in Dasmariñas, Cavite by providing training, equipment and inventory assistance, enabling them to build stable and sustainable income opportunities.

Shows an increase monetarily or the number of beneficiaries from 2023 report.

Shows a decrease monetarily or the number of beneficiaries from 2023 report

1. The numerical value for total cash and in-kind giving was calculated based on individual monetary mentions in the Annual and Sustainability report.

2. The information above is derived from CIMB Group Holdings Berhad’s 2024 Annual and Sustainability Report. Email correspondence was made between 1 November – 20 November 2025 to seek further clarification, however, no reply was received.

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Highlights From CIMB Group Holdings Berhad's Giving

Focus Areas of CIMB Group Holdings Berhad

Beneficiaries of CIMB Group Holdings Berhad

CIMB Group Holdings Berhad disbursed RM28.3 million in FY2024, representing a 0.37% cash-to-profit giving ratio, which was lower than the previous year’s 0.47%. Its community investments were primarily allocated towards education (25.5%), followed by the environment (23.4%) and welfare (21.3%). Most of CIMB’s contributions were targeted towards the community at large (27.7%), followed by youth initiatives (25.5%) and environmental causes (21.3%).

Key initiatives included the CIMB Back to School programme, which provided school supplies to students, school facility improvements in Thailand by CIMB Thai, as well as educational and upskilling programmes for youth and the wider community. Moreover, CIMB Group reported an increase in employee volunteer hours to 216,000 hours, up from 203,245 hours in the previous financial year.