The M&T Bank Charitable Foundation aims to make significant philanthropic efforts across the legacy footprint of People’s United Bank. These efforts focus on benefiting low- and moderate-income communities and underrepresented populations with a focus on racial equity and justice.
The M&T Charitable Foundation Grants program supports a wide variety of causes to strengthen communities. This includes offering grants, volunteerism, and in-kind services to civic, cultural, health, and human service organizations. Specifically, it supports arts and culture, civic affairs, healthcare, human services, and education, embodying a commitment to improving community well-being and supporting diverse initiatives.