BOV’s donation to l-Istrina highlights 50 years of community support

Bank of Valletta reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Malta Community Chest Fund Foundation by presenting a remarkable €310,000 during this year’s L-Istrina live broadcast. This substantial contribution reflects the Bank’s dedication to making a difference in the lives of individuals and families in need, especially during the festive season.

This year, BOV’s contribution to L-Istrina comprised of three separate donations. The first was a sum of €60,100 collected through the L-Istrina BOV Piggy Bank Campaign. Thousands of children across primary and secondary schools in Malta and Gozo participated by donating through specially designed piggy banks, emphasising the importance of cultivating generosity and solidarity from a young age. The Bank also presented its annual donation of €200,000, a significant contribution that has become a cornerstone of its support for the Malta Community Chest Fund. In celebration of the Bank’s 50th Anniversary, BOV made an additional donation of €50,000, underscoring its ongoing commitment to the community.

During the live broadcast, BOV CEO Kenneth Farrugia, accompanied by Head of CSR & Events Charles Azzopardi, presented the donations. Speaking on behalf of the Bank, Mr. Farrugia expressed his heartfelt gratitude to all those who contributed to this year’s campaign. “We are deeply grateful to the children, parents, and school staff who participated in the L-Istrina BOV Piggy Bank Campaign. Their small acts of kindness have collectively created a significant impact, not just through the funds raised but also by fostering a sense of community and altruism in our younger generation. We are proud to demonstrate our enduring commitment to supporting initiatives that bring hope and relief to those who need it most.”

Now in its 21st year, the L-Istrina BOV Piggy Bank Campaign has become a staple of the Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility efforts, contributing over €3 million to the Malta Community Chest Fund. The Bank’s contribution this year reaffirms its role not only as a leader in the financial sector, but also as a supporter of worthy community initiatives. The initiative also reflects the Bank’s dedication to environmental sustainability, with the piggy banks crafted from recycled materials. As the Bank marks its golden anniversary, it remains committed to driving positive change and making a tangible difference in the lives of the Maltese and Gozitan communities.