Multicultural Banking
We are committed to our diverse community of customers.
Growing with our multicultural families and businesses.
At M&T, we understand that the needs and desires that our Multicultural communities have are distinctive. We are committed to meeting those unique needs, whether you are Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, an immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ+, a person with different abilities, or a combination. Here at M&T, we celebrate you and empower you with the financial tools and resources you need to thrive. We are investing in the growth and sustainability of our diverse small business and communities.
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MULTICULTURAL DESIGNATED BRANCHES
Our bankers reflect our community, we have multiple languages available to help navigate our financial services.
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Showing our commitment.
Small Business Accelerator Programs
At M&T Bank, we believe multicultural small businesses are an integral part of our communities. We are committed to the growth, future and empowerment of these businesses and provide information, tools, resources, and connections to accelerate their efforts.
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Southern Connecticut Black Chamber Symposium
M&T Bank in collaboration with the Southern CT Black Chamber hosted a Women in Business breakfast meeting. Bring together over 40 black women business owners for a symposium where these businesses shared their experiences, challenges and discussed opportunities to build a women business ecosystem in Southern CT. Senior leaders from M&T bank were present to share how we can help support these businesses via technical assistance, banking solutions, etc. When we support women owned businesses we are investing in women’s economic empowerment, contributing to vibrant communities, and the overall growth of the economy.
The Hispanic Heritage Business Expo
M&T was a sponsor of this event bringing over 50 small businesses in the Greater Bridgeport area together to exhibit their products and services, and connect with buyers and numerous vendors. This expo was attended by politicians, community leaders, small business organizations and businesses. It is hosted by the Hispanic Small Business Chamber in Bridgeport. In addition to the businesses, resource partners were present, 10 of which were enrolled in the M&T Bank Bridgeport CT Multicultural Small Business Lab. Seeing these entrepreneurs showcase their businesses, network and build relationships, was a proud moment for our bank.
Indian Physician Community Dinner
Fostering relationships within our multicultural communities is incredibly important to M&T Bank. In March of 2023, M&T hosted a dinner for physicians, dentists, and practitioners of Indian and South Asian heritage. This dinner took place at the renowned Indian Restaurant, “Chef Prasad,” in Darien, CT. By hosting this event, M&T has been given the opportunity to better strengthen their relationships within their local communities, in particularly with medical providers within the Indian and South Asian community.
MagnusCards® App for People with Disabilities
We are excited to be the first U.S.-based bank to partner with Magnusmode. MagnusCards® is a free storytelling app that helps people with autism, ADHD, acquired brain injury, Down syndrome, dementia and other cognitive disabilities gain independence.M&T’s MagnusCards® introduce you to fundamental steps in banking. Topics include counting money, using an ATM, making a withdrawal from a teller and making a purchase with your debit card.
Our executive promise.
Perhaps one of our most pivotal impacts in the past year has been in the service of those constituents in our communities who speak English as a second, or even third or fourth, language. Multi-lingual communities are commonplace; as such, we have embraced the languages of our local communities in our branches—now with branch staff fluent in languages such as Spanish, Korean, Russian, Polish, Mandarin and Burmese. While we recognize that every customer interaction may not be perfect, we can always strive to reduce barriers for customers— whether that be language, accessibility, accommodation or simply being a friendly face.
- RENÉ F JONES, CHAIRMAN AND CEO