CIBC cares about the communities where we live and work. Learn how we help make a difference through the volunteer spirit of our employees, donations and corporate sponsorships.

To know more about our commitment, read our three-year Community Development Plan (PDF, 55 KB) .

We’re making important investments to create access to services and provide jobs

Learn more about our community involvement

We are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of our neighbors

Check out some of the organizations we’re proud to support

Community newsroom

Date Event

June 12, 2018

CIBC announces new U.S. Banking Center in Chicago’s Bronzeville Neighborhood (PDF, 25 KB)

December 13, 2017

CIBC named official bank of the WGA and Evans Scholars Foundation (PDF, 130 KB)

October 3, 2017

CIBC Named Official Banking Partner for 36Squared Business Incubator (PDF, 20 KB)

August 30, 2017

CIBC Announces $100,000 donation to assist relief efforts following Hurricane HarveyCIBC Announces $100,000 donation to assist relief efforts following Hurricane Harvey. Opens a new window in your browser

Awards and recognition

  • Recognized by A Silver Lining Foundation with a 2018 EVY Award
  • Karen Case, President of U.S. Commercial Real Estate Banking, received the 2018 Luminary Award from the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana (GSGCNWI)
  • CIBC Bank USA Receives Corporate Ambassador Award (PDF, 85 KB) 
  • Recognized by the Financial Services Roundtable with a 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility Leadership Award
  • Lucyanna DeStefano recognized as 2017 Urban Alliance Mentor of the Year
  • Dean Haacker, Chief Technology Officer, recognized as a 2017 Chicago CIO of the Year ORBIE Award winner
  • Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago’s 2017 Community Impact Award