Raising the quality of life in communities around the world

The Citi Foundation is committed to enhancing economic opportunities for individuals and families, particularly those in need, in the communities where we work so that they can improve their standard of living. Globally, the Citi Foundation focuses its strategic giving on:

Microfinance and Microentrepreneurship to help people, especially women, improve the lives of their families

Small and Growing Businesses at the next stage of development that create employment and support economic growth

Education with a focus on increasing the supply of high quality basic education in local Citi markets internationally, and in the U.S. increasing young people's access to college

Financial Education and Asset Building to help individuals and families develop the skills and incentives to gain financial stability, grow and preserve financial assets

The Environment with a focus on sustainable enterprises that create jobs and support economic development while preserving the environment

In the United States and Canada, the Citi Foundation also supports Community Development programs with a focus on increasing the supply of affordable housing and revitalizing neighborhoods