Community Bank Of The Bay

Different on Purpose! #bankcbb is leading the way in environmentally responsible banking with the Bay Area Green Fund, allowing checking and savings account depositors to keep their money green, with the assurance it will be set aside for projects that help and protect our environment. Community Bank of the Bay (CBB) created the Bay Area Green Fund in 2006 to meet the growing demand for environmentally conscious individuals and organizations. All deposits are used for sustainable projects and environmentally sustainable businesses and nonprofits. The Bay Area Green Fund doesn’t invest in fracking, oil drilling, or other projects that harm the environment, and all deposits stay in the Bay Area to support local businesses and nonprofits. #bankcbb actively seeks opportunities in several categories that mitigate climate change: clean energy, food sustainability, waste reduction, green real estate, and environmental stewardship. As of June 2022, the Bay Area Green Fund has loan commitments in excess of $69.7M to 60 borrowers working in the areas of the Green Economy. CBB invites community members and environmental organizations to join them in investing in initiatives that promote sustainability and environmental well-being throughout the Bay Area. It’s time to choose a bank that aligns with your values. Community Bank of the Bay is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Learn more at www.bankcbb.com/bagf/ #BayArea #esg #greenbonds #sustainability #BayAreaGreenBusiness #SFBayArea

At #bankcbb we believe in building a more vibrant, equal opportunity environment for ALL to thrive. That’s why we want to spotlight our partnership with Anchor Engineering, a Dublin-based, Black woman-owned construction management and engineering firm that is redefining the landscape. Anchor Engineering is helping build a better world – not just through managing construction projects that literally support our society’s infrastructure – but also by bringing diversity to the workplace with campaigns such as AncHER that highlight women at Anchor and in the broader construction industry. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 14% of construction workers in October 2022 were female. “I totally felt like our values were absolutely aligned,” says Bisa Grant, President and CEO of the Dublin-based Anchor Engineering firm, who credits Community Bank of the Bay with helping her business sustain itself during a time of expansion. “CBB was just the solution to a challenge at a pivotal time in our company’s history of growth,” Grant said. “Without CBB, we really would not have been able to sustain our operations. Honestly, we could have easily been put out of business. So, I can attribute our ability to pivot rather than sink to our relationship with Community Bank of the Bay.” Learn more about how you can bank in alignment with your values today at bankcbb.com. #BayArea #SFBayArea #DublinCA #construction #engineering #blackownedbusiness #womanownedbusiness #businesswoman

Working with communities and community-based organizations is part of our mission at Community Bank of the Bay. We’re proud to be the bank of choice for nonprofits like the Rose Foundation that want a financial partner who aligns with their vision and values. The Rose Foundation is an Oakland-based nonprofit that supports grassroots initiatives that empower individuals, organizations, and communities to promote stewardship of environmental causes, inspire people to take action, and hold government and corporations accountable. When asked why the Rose Foundation chose CBB as their bank, President, Senior Program Advisor and Co-Founder Jill Ratner answered, “We started working with Community Bank of the Bay because we wanted to invest in our community, and we still do.” Executive Director and Co-Founder Tim Little added, “We want a bank that will pay us community dividends and put our money to work back in the community.” The alignment between their mission and ours was clear. As the first bank in California to be certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (or CDFI), #bankcbb is dedicated to responsible, affordable lending that enables both local businesses and disadvantaged communities to participate in the local economy. We offer Rose and other nonprofits special interest-bearing checking accounts, flexible financing, and savings options customized to their needs. CBB has been mission-driven from the start and we are proud to support nonprofits like the Rose Foundation to further our collective impact on the environment. Learn more about how #bankcbb can support your nonprofit’s mission at bankcbb.com. #BayArea #Oakland #sustainability #environment #nonprofit #foundation

Since 1996, our mission has been to empower and strengthen our entire Bay Area community. It’s why we became California’s first Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). We take social and environmental responsibility to heart. #Bankcbb is a different kind of bank — we’re local, mission- and values-driven, and recognized by the US Treasury for a commitment to low and moderate-income communities while maintaining a stellar ranking of safety and soundness that’s in the top 5% of peer banks nationwide. We believe in building an economically inclusive community. We were mission-driven before that was even a trend. Learn more about the benefits of banking locally at bankcbb.com. Community Bank of the Bay is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). #SFBayArea #SanMateo #SanJose #DanvilleCA #Oakland

At Community Bank of the Bay, we're proud to support the educational initiatives of our local community! Here are just a few of the amazing schools and organizations we are privileged to sponsor: Cristo Rey De La Salle Alpha Public Schools Oakland Technical High School Yu Ming Charter School Oakland Unified School District Wah Mei School Berkeley Schools Fund International Coalition of Girls’ Schools (ICGS) Boys & Girls of Silicon Valley Healthy Cities Tutoring Together, we're investing in the future by empowering young minds and fostering a culture of learning and growth. Thank you to these incredible institutions for their dedication to education! #BayArea #SiliconValley #School #Education #BayAreaSchools

We are incredibly grateful to all the small businesses, industry experts, and COMTO members who joined us at the COMTO Northern California Small Business Finance Forum. Your presence and participation made this event a true success! A special thank you to our HUB/DBE Co-Chairs for leading this event: Kamal Hubbard at Port of Oakland Shaune Gbana at All Bay Area Glass And to the panelists who shared their invaluable insights: Bendu Griffin, Author at Tonma. Nancy Mangold at California State University - East Bay Kamaldeep "KD" Kaur at City National Bank Christina Mena at City National Bank Helen Wyman at Community Bank Of The Bay Bob Porter, MBA at Pacific Community Ventures (PCV) Oscar Lopez at JPMorganChase Scott Rogalski at Northern California SBDC Highlights included matching each unique businesses financial needs, with lenders who are tailored and specialized to deliver financial services to get your business funded. 💡 Accessing capital and alternative funding opportunities 💡 Financial management strategies 💡 Navigating financial applications 💡 Building relationships with financial institutions Your expertise has empowered businesses in our community, helping them take the next steps toward sustainable growth and success. To all our attendees—your engagement, questions, and passion for learning were truly inspiring. We hope you walked away with new tools and connections to help elevate your business. Thank you to Port of Oakland for offering the space to host this event. Let’s continue building strong businesses and stronger communities together. #ThankYou #SmallBusiness #COMTONorCal #FinanceForum #Entrepreneurship #Community #COMTO #Transportation

Embracing diversity and sweet delights! At Community Bank of the Bay, we're delighted to spotlight the incredible journey of Koolfi Creamery, a proudly lesbian-owned Indian ice creamery that's melting hearts and breaking stereotypes! Meet the passionate businesswoman behind this delightful venture, Chief Ice Cream Engineer Priti Narayanan! Her passion for crafting unique, flavorful treats mirrors our commitment to supporting her vision and commitment to social justice as their business grows. We are proud to be their financial partner on this exciting journey, providing the resources and support needed to turn dreams into reality. Together, we're creating a space where everyone can indulge in the joy of delicious ice cream while celebrating love and inclusivity. Swing by Koolfi to treat yourself to a scoop of happiness and support this fantastic local business. #bayareafoodie #bayareaeats #BankingOnInclusivity #SFIndianFood

Congratulations to Maria Alderete and Rick Mitchell, and the entire Community Kitchens Oakland team for hosting an incredible gala last night at the Oakland Museum of California. From start to finish, the event was nothing short of spectacular, with a fantastic close by Lyrics Born! The food was exceptional, and it was a treat to experience Lion Dance Cafe cuisine once again. The entire evening truly captured the spirit of Oakland, and the attention to detail and thoughtful planning did not go unnoticed. I’m inspired by how you’ve united organizations and individuals to address homelessness and hunger while uplifting small businesses—it’s a brilliant model for change. A special shoutout to MC Sterling James and the auctioneer for their creative approaches to help reach the fundraising goal. Bravo to Community Bank Of The Bay ‘s own, Judy Lyons, for making it such a fun night for Table 23! Thank you to Community Kitchens Oakland for your continued partnership with Community Bank Of The Bay, proud sponsors of the Community Kitchens Night Market Gala.

#thursdaythrowback to that time Community Bank of the Bay sponsored five incredible youth bands who performed in last year’s @followthemusic event in Menlo Park on October 29th – a phenomenal youth music extravaganza that rocked the town and touched our hearts! “We’re a community business bank and we strive to better the community in every way possible,” says William S. Keller. “One of the reasons this community is so special is its incredible diversity and the vibrancy that is provided by the artistic community and the creatives who live and work here.” #bankcbb is committed to supporting the next generation of artists, and Follow the Music truly highlighted the incredible talent within our community. Since our inception as a CDFI bank, CBB has been committed to empowering and celebrating creatives in the Bay Area who help make our community more beautiful for us all. In fact, we don’t know of any other bank who has a section on their website devoted just to creatives: https://lnkd.in/g9av3Ptc. Music has the power to connect and uplift, and we're honored to have been part of an event that embodied these shared values. #BayAreaArtists #BayAreaCreatives #sfpeninsula #SouthBaySF #SiliconValley

From a small loan to a big impact, Oakland-based Grammy-winning blues artist Fantastic Negrito is using his success to cultivate community and give back. When some banks turn away the creative community, CBB welcomes them in. Read the full story on our blog and see how CBB is committed to supporting local artists and empowering our community. #OaklandArtists #ArtistSpotlight #CommunityImpact #BayArea #Oakland #FantasticNegrito