Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) Programmes

In an effort to provide assistance to families with modest income, MBSB Bank distributed basic food items to 720 residents of Projek Perumahan Rakyat (PPR) across Klang Valley.

The contributions made to residents in PPR Lembah Subang 1 & 2 as well as PPR Kota Damansara in Selangor are part of the Bank's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) annual programme that is in line with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) #2 Zero Hunger.

As MBSB Bank's ‘Dare to Dream’ campaign came to an end, a special visit was made to one of MBSB Bank's adopted schools. The visit, which was part of the campaign's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative was conducted to inculcate interest in sports and healthy lifestyle.

30 male students from SMK Lepar Hilir in Gambang, Pahang were given the opportunity to attend a football camp under the tutelage of Cody Harper and Ryan Griffin, coaches from Wolverhampton Wanderers FC. All the students who participated received certificates of completion at the end of the session.

One of MBSB Bank’s most impactful CSR programmes, Growth Entrepreneurship Assistance Programme 2.0 (GRAP 2.0) recently completed the first phase of its business trainings for the participants.

The training programme encompassed business model canvas development and online coaching class to help elevate business competitiveness of micro entrepreneurs. The training was attended by 50 participants from Bangi, Kajang and Semenyih in Selangor.

All of GRAP 2.0 participants are now onboard as MBSB Bank’s merchants and will be using the Bank’s DuitNow QR code for their business transactions.

It was an impactful and productive final leg of MBSB Bank's Mangrove Tree Planting joined by 32 employees from Sarawak region. 105 mangrove saplings were planted which are essential in combating climate change, improving air quality and preserving biodiversity. An upcycling workshop was also conducted where employees learned how to transform wood pieces and plastic bottles into hand-held brooms. The activity, which contributed 214 volunteer hours and in line with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG) number 13, climate action.

In continuing with its sustainability initiative, MBSB Bank has taken further steps to contribute to the environmental responsibility.

Led by MBSB Bank’s Chief Technology Officer, Encik Amran Abdul Latif, 35 volunteers from MBSB Bank’s East Coast Regional Office planted 100 tree saplings at the Pantai Baging in Balok, Kuantan, Pahang over the weekend. This Tree Planting programme was conducted in collaboration with EcoKnights and supported by the Pahang Forestry Department.

After the tree planting session, an Upcycling Workshop was conducted with all the volunteers where they learnt on how to upcycle plastic wastages into card holders.

It was indeed an incredible time at the JAWI Run 2023 held on Sunday, 30 July 2023 at the Dataran DBKL, Kuala Lumpur. It was organised by Jabatan Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (JAWI) and Koperasi PPZ Berhad (KoPPZ), with MBSB Bank as the main sponsor. The event saw the participation of 3,000 runners in the 3KM and 5KM Categories. YB Senator Dato’ Setia Dr. Haji Mohd Na’im Haji Mokhtar, the Minister at the Prime Minister's Department was present and officiated the event.

MBSB Bank was represented by Encik Jesleigh Johari, Chief Operating Officer and Dato’ Azlan Shahrim, Chief Strategy Officer at the flag-off along with 150 runners from the Bank who were also joined by their family members.

The JAWI Run 2023 embraced DEI Principles by promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity as part of the event's objectives. It made a lasting impression on the participants by celebrating differences and creating an inclusive environment for all. It was a well-organised event with 15 runners brought home exciting lucky draws prizes. We extend our sincere thanks to JAWI, KoPPZ and the participants for making the event a resounding success.
 

MBSB Bank’s Tree Planting Programme travelled to Johor Bahru, where 25 MBSB Bank’s employees from the Southern Region volunteered with the assistance of 10 officers from Johor Forestry Department to plant more trees. 180 mangrove saplings were planted to boost the area’s restoration and conservation and this action has resulted in 175 volunteer hours. A live demonstration of plastic upcyling was also held by Precious Plastic Malaysia, in which the volunteers learned how to transform plastic bottle covers into new usable products.

Keeping the momentum going, MBSB Bank’s Tree Planting Programme headed to Sabah where 30 of MBSB Bank’s employees from Sabah region participated as volunteers.

100 mangrove sapling were planted to improve the rehabilitation and conservation of the area and this activity also contributed to 240 volunteer hours.

It is important for us to rehabilitate and mantain mangroves as it not only absorbs more carbon than the land-based forests, but also protect our shorelines from damaging storms and flood. MBSB Bank initiated a tree planting activity to improve the mangrove ecosystem in Kg. Sijangkang, Selangor.The Bank planted 100 mangrove saplings through 53 volunteers contributing 265 hours into Volunteer Hours register.  

In conjunction with Global Recycling Day, MBSB Bank conducted an upcycling workshop where employees learned how to turn an old t shirt into a tote bag.
Thank you to all who participated and we would also like to thank those who contributed to the fabric donation drive. This will greatly help reduce fabric waste at landfills.

In effort to provide members of the community proper meals for improved nutrition, MBSB Bank employees participated in Soup Kitchen activity where 250 food packs were prepared and distributed.

The activity is in line with UNSDG #2 that focuses on Zero Hunger.

MBSB Bank has successfully gathered 139 blood donors during the blood donation drive in support of the National Blood Bank’s effort to increase the national complete blood count. Employees also had the opportunity to perform basic health screening at the booths provided by PM Care on that day.

The employees from MBSB Bank Langkawi branch have successfully planted 50 Mangrove trees during the Tree Planting Programme in partnership with Langkawi Development Authority (LADA).

The CSR initiative which is in line with UNSDG #15, Life On Land,  will also see 950 Mangrove trees being planted on behalf of MBSB Bank, by school students around Langkawi, throughout the year to conserve the biodiversity of the area.

MBSB Bank Box Of Care. In reducing the plight of flood victims in the East Coast, MBSB Bank distributed basic food items to families in Pasir Puteh, Pasir Mas and Kota Bharu, Kelantan typically involves providing essential food supplies to individuals or households in need. This could be part of a humanitarian effort and charitable initiative program aimed at addressing food insecurity and ensuring that vulnerable populations have access to nutritious meals.

MBSB Bank distributed 300 bags of basic food items to 300 residents at PPR Kota Bharu in reducing their plight. This initiative which is also part of Kota Bharu CSR initiative is in line with UN SDG #1, no poverty.

Understanding the challenges faced by flood victims, volunteers from MBSB Bank united to contribute basic necessities to those affected by the flood during "Misi Bantuan Banjir" in conjunction with MBSB Bank Kindness Day.

In addressing ‘hidden hunger’, where food consumed lacks nutrients that are important for the body (a common problem especially in the B40 community), MBSB Bank participated in ‘Cooking For A Cause’.

It is a CSR programme where 15 of our employees volunteered to prepare healthy and wholesome food for those in need in collaboration with Food Aid Foundation.

‘Cooking For A Cause’ which is in line with UNSDG #2 - Zero Hunger, succesfully distributed 200 packed foods to orphanages located in Kajang, Selangor and Setapak, Kuala Lumpur.

Trees play a critical role in enriching our lives as they provide oxygen, shade, habitat to animals and strengthen the soil structure of the land.

MBSB Bank’s employees have volunteered in planting 40 trees at the area in an effort to improve the environment.

MBSB Bank Berhad (MBSB Bank) implements a program to empower small entrepreneurs, the Growth Entrepreneurship Assistance Program (GRAP) which is part of its corporate social responsibility initiative. GRAP is conducted through a joint venture with the implementing partner, Islamic Relief Malaysia (IR Malaysia).

The objective of GRAP is to help micro-entrepreneurs and empower the B40 community economy through skills improvement and business management for sustainable income generation.

In support of the Government's effort to assist the communities in need, MBSB Bank, under its CSR programme called 'Box Of Care' distributed 750 bags of basic food items to three residential areas under the B40 category.

The recipients of the items are residents of PPR Seri Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur; PPR Lembah Subang, Selangor and Flat Sri Melaka, Kuala Lumpur.

This initiative is in line with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 1 and 2 namely - 'No Poverty' and 'Zero Hunger' which promote social protection for children and other groups for decent living.

MBSB Bank distributed the MBSB Bank Care Bags containing food items and hygiene kits to 495 flood victims in Baling, Kedah. The contribution was received by Mohamad ‘Ammar Kasyfi Bakar, Assistance District Officer (Enforcement, Technical and Revenue) of Baling Land and District Office.

MBSB Bank Nature Treasure Hunt was the bank's first physical treasure hunt since the pandemic.  100 of MBSB Bank employees participated and the flag off was done by Chief People officer, En Farid Basir

MBSB Bank stays committed towards sustainability. More than 20 of MBSB Bank’s employees planted 40 tree saplings at the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM). The Tree planting programme is one of the ongoing efforts by MBSB Bank as it champions the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals #13 that focuses on taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.

11 MBSB Bank employees volunteered in preparing 200  packed food for the nurses at Hospital Kuala Lumpur.

This is in line with UN Sustainable Goal ‘Zero Hunger’. Well done, #teammbsbbank!

As an Islamic Bank, MBSB Bank made a worthwhile contribution in fulfilling its Fard Al Kifayah (communal responsibility) by purchasing a Van Jenazah for Surau An Najahiyah in Shah Alam.

This contribution is also aligned with the UNSDG "Sustainable Cities and Communities".

MBSB Bank greeted 40 children from Pertubuhan Kebajikan Ar Rahmaniah at the Iftar event. Acting Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Nor Azam M Taib, Chief Operating Officer, En Jesleigh Johari and Chief Corporate Officer Puan Azlina Rashad  handed duit raya to the children. Heart of Gold Award was also presented during the event where three MBSB Bank employees were recognised for their involvement in CSR work.

In ensuring nutritious food supply is accessible by the underprivileged, MBSB Bank distributed 250 pack of basic food items to the residents of PPR Jelatek. MBSB Bank takes cognisant  of this initiative as it is in line with 'Zero Hunger' which is one of the United Nations Sustainability Development Goals.

MBSB Bank is committed in uplifting the social well-being of the B40 community at the same time adopting United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In advocating  'Zero Hunger', 250 packs of basic food items were distributed to the residents of PPR Kg Limau.

MBSB Bank remains aligned to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) number two which is 'Zero Hunger' by empowering the underprivileged with the delivery of 250 packs of basic food items to the residents of PPR Sri Cempaka, Kuala Lumpur.

MBSB Bank’s first ‘Cooking For A Cause’ this year. 13 members of the Internal Audit Division including our Chief Internal Audit, Cik Aniza Zakaria volunteered at the Food Aid Foundation to prepare food for the nurses at HUKM

60 MBSB Bank employees were in high spirits partaking in the Ministry Of Finance's Post Flood Mission. The two day event was to help flood victims clean their homes. #teammbsbbank #simplythebest #bepartofthejourney

We would like to thank all who have tirelessly volunteered to clean 6 houses of MBSB Bank employees whose houses were affected by flood.

Well done !

#teammbsbbank #simplythebest #bepartofthejourney

MBSB Bank sent immediate help to the flood victims in Shah Alam by contributing food supplies at Masjid Al Ubudiah Seksyen 19, Shah Alam, which is currently used as a relief centre.

Employees of MBSB Bank who volunteered for the programme managed to plant 100 trees in an effort increase the biodiversity in the area and support UN SDG urgent call to create a more sustainable environment for all. Well done, #teammbsbbank!

In highlighting the importance of community well-being, MBSB Bank ensures to provide substantial assistance to those in need and in recognising that, the bank distributed food packs to 300 residents of Kg. Malaysia Tambahan, Sungai Besi.

MBSB Bank Soup Kitchen continues to provide food to the urban poor at Pusat Khidmat Gelandangan in Jalan Medan Tuanku in KL. Volunteers from the Human Resources Division and Chief People Officer, Encik Farid Basir prepared food for 800 recipients. Well done, #teammbsbbank!

Committed in saving the environment, MBSB Bank conducted its first tree planting activity of the year at Hutan Simpan Aman Jaya, Gerik, Perak with the help of volunteers from Ipoh and Taiping branches. Well done, #teammbsbbank!

Thank You to All Branches!

All 47 MBSB Bank branches have worked together for a single cause, which is to help those in need from their communities. The distribution of MBSB Bank Box of Care has been handed over to over 470 families to date.

Well done, #teammbsbbank!

MBSB Bank's volunteers headed out to Medan Tuanku in Kuala Lumpur to distribute and serve food packs to approximately 400 homeless and urban poor individuals. On hand to assist the the volunteers were our Chief Corporate Officer, Puan Azlina Mohd Rashad, and Chief People Officer, Encik Farid Basir.

At MBSB Bank, we do our best to lend a helping hand to assist those in need. MBSB Bank Box of Care was distributed to the B40 community in Kampung Sungai Budor, Kelantan. East Coast regional manager Encik Zam Zuri Izani Abu Hassan and Head of Strategic Marketing and Communications Department Puan Zuhaznim Izzuddin were present during the handover.

MBSB Bank Box Of Care continues with distribution of basic food item, this time in Johor Bahru. Encik Hafizul Zainal Abidin and Encik Iskandar Fadzillah from Strategic Marketing and Communications Department handed the items to the B40 community today.

At MBSB Bank, we believe that it is important to foster positive and strong relationship with our corporate clients.

Our correspondence with them goes beyond transactional and this time, we shared something that would be valuable to them.

As businesses face stiff competition and a great deal of challenges to stay afloat, we find that it is fitting to organise a webinar that primarily focuses on stress management while working in the new norm.

The webinar was attended by more than 100 clients, moderated by En. Amin Idris and panelled by counsellor, Cr. Hj Hushim Hj Salleh and opening remarks was delivered by MBSB Bank’s Head of Global Market Division, En Suhaidin Md Shaukat.

Giving back to the community has always been an important component for MBSB Bank.  ‘MBSB Bank Box Of Care Project’ distributed 250 boxes of basic food items consisting of rice, cooking oil, flour, noodles and biscuits to residents of Rumah Panjang Ikan Emas, Cheras. The handover was graced by Chief Corporate Officer, Puan Azlina Mohd Rashad.

Although post Covid-19 situation is improving gradually, we must not forget that there are segments of the community, particularly the lower income and B40 group are still facing difficulties to make ends meet. In reducing the plight of these groups, MBSB Bank distributed 250 boxes of basic food items to the residents of Program Perumahan Rakyat (PPR) Kerinchi, Kuala Lumpur.

MBSB Bank provided 1,000 boxes consisting of basic food items and stationaries to asnaf and B40 group students from MBSB Bank’s adopted schools.

All 47 of MBSB Bank branches nationwide participated in the distribution of food packs to the B40 group.

MBSB Bank contributed food packages to the Department of Social Welfare that will be distributed to the underprivileged. The Bank ccontributed 5,000 food packs worth RM500,000.

A public webinar that touches on the importance of perseverance and mental health during difficult times with guest speaker Dato' Dr. Haji Mohd Fadzilah Kamsah.

MBSB Bank together with Financial Industry Collective Outreach (FINCO) contributed food items to B40 communities impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. Contributions were given to 158 families based in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur and Negeri Sembilan.

In ensuring students from lower income families are given proper learning tools as the nation continues with  home learning MBSB Bank contributed 3,600 digital devices worth RM5,000,000 to the CERDIK foundation.

Monetary rewards were given to MBSB Bank’s adopted schools’ students who excelled in STPM and SPM examinations. This initiative is also to inspire other students to strive in obtaining excellent results.

MBSB Bank assisted those who were severely affected by Covid-19 and its restrictions by collaborating with National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) to contribute 5,000 food packs worth RM500,000.

Understanding the plight of flood victims, MBSB Bank collaborated with Yayasan Pembangunan Islam Malaysia, Kelantan to distribute basic necessities.

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MBSB Bank’s Sejahtera Programme beneficiary in Alor Gajah, Melaka received mock house key during the handover ceremony. The ceremony was graced by Head Strategic Communications Department, Puan Zuhaznim Izzuddin.

Cooking oil is often disposed through the kitchen sink and it causes kitchen pipe obstruction. A better way to handle that is by upcycling its usage by turning it into soap. MBSB Bank’s internal CSR ‘Cooking Oil For Cleaning’ in collaboration with Ecoknights shared methods that will not only reduce pollution, but it can be also be a fun activity to do with family and friends.

MBSB Bank kick-started its first Internal CSR in 2020 with Cooking For A Cause programme. In collaboration with Food Aid Foundation, Cooking for A Cause addresses the need for nutritious food amongst the needy. This time around, MBSB Bank employees prepared and cooked for a charity home in Klang Valley.

Despite the rainy weather, MBSB Bank employees in Kuching were determined to clean the beach, in the spirit of saving the environment.

Understanding the plight of flood victims, MBSB Bank contributed basic necessities to those affected by flood in Kelantan.

In promoting active lifestyle, MBSB Bank organised a school holiday programme where employees and their children can try out different sports activities at the indoor theme park.

The country is in dire need of blood to help save patients in critical health condition. MBSB Bank worked with the National Blood Bank in organising a blood donation drive where MBSB Bank employees donated the gift of life.

Tanjung Aru beach is a popular tourist attraction, and to maintain its cleanliness, MBSB Bank employees from Kota Kinabalu volunteered to collect rubbish at the beach.

Gunung Panti Recreational Forest is a forest reserve that requires rehabilitation and MBSB Bank employees helped plan trees in the area to help improve the landscape.

MBSB Bank rowing team, ‘Waverunners’ won second runner up at the boat race tournament.

MBSB Bank employees from East Coast volunteered to clean up Pantai Muara Kerteh.

As one of the most important water source in the country, Sungai Selangor needs to be cleaned and preserved. It is also home to fireflies and other creatures which are important for biodiversity.

A mangrove conservation programme participated by MBSB Bank employees in the northern region.

Children of MBSB Bank employees get to experience working in different industries by role-playing activities at this interactive edutainment theme park.

The Sg. Dusun Wildlife Conservation Centre has been dedicated place for Jabatan Perhilitan to conserve the Malayan Tapir. Since 2004, they have worked with Malaysian Nature Society to bring awareness to the public on the importance of safeguarding our local wildlife to maintain the biodiversity in the country. 40 employees were very fortunate to visit the centre and be part of the conservation program.

MBSB Bank in collaboration with the NSTP Group – BH Didik continuously organized Seminar BH Didik 2019 Phase 2 for its adopted schools, by focusing more on answering techniques as well as acquiring the right knowledge and skills in facing the national examination test.

In collaboration with Parti Tindakan Wanita (PERTIWI), MBSB Bank gathered 40 volunteers every month to serve the destitute community at Jalan Medan Tuanku, Kuala Lumpur.

MBSB Bank in collaboration with the NSTP Group – BH Didik had organized Seminar BH Didik 2019 Phase 1 which helps inspire and encourage MBSB Bank adopted schools’ students to prepare themselves mentally and physically for their UPSR examination. For the first phase, they focusing on study techniques according to exam standards and understanding the examination format.

Chief Corporate Officer, Puan Azlina Mohd Rashad handed the mock house key to Sejahtera Programme beneficiary Encik Farul Rafizi at the key handover ceremony.

Impacting Lives, Heightening Aspirations by MBSB Bank to showcase MBSB Bank’s commitment in empowering students by providing equal opportunities for its adopted schools in providing intensive and fun learning approach for the student through explorative and experimental learning as well as visionary learning. The programme is designed to inspire and encourage the students to prepare themselves mentally and emotionally for their UPSR examination.

MBSB Bank initiated the awareness campaign amongst students on bullying which has become a worrying issue in Malaysia by focusing more on the root cause of bullying, how to deal with it and the importance of the student future.

In an effort to stem the loss of biodiversity, cleaning was organized at Sungai Selangor in partnership with Malaysian Nature Society (MNS). This activity is to raise awareness for the conservation of one of country’s main source of water. The clean-up has resulted a collection of 259 kilograms of rubbish and the Nipah trees were planted by 40 MBSB Bank employees.

In partnership with Malaysian Nature Society (MNS), this program is focused on the Sepang Gold Coast beach, one of the famous tourist attractions in the Klang Valley. 89 kilograms of trash were collected, sorted and recycled by 41 employees. 300 Adler seedlings and saplings were also planted.

In collaboration with Food Aid Foundation, CFAC is a food distribution program for the community in high density and low income area for 126 families across the country. Since 2015, MBSB Bank staff has been volunteering to prepare and distribute the food to the beneficiaries.

MBSB Bank partnered with Eat, Shoots and Roots for a program that taught the staff how to grow with decompose items. During this activity, the 30 employees were taught non cultivation gardening methods.

Head of Strategic Communications Department, Puan Zuhaznim Izzuddin handed the house key to Sejahtera programme recipient.

Ramadhan activities with 300 children from Rumah Pengasih Warga Prihatin (RPWP) included Iftar and handing out of duit raya and raya clothes. On the same day, home supplies and groceries were distributed around the Sungai Ramal area to 17 homes.

The tree planting program is in partnership with Forest Reserve Institute Malaysia (FRIM). 56 MBSB Bank staff volunteered to plant 50 trees at a designated area in FRIM.