CalBank marks 35th anniversary with nationwide donation of academic books

In celebration of its 35th anniversary, CalBank PLC has launched a major educational initiative, donating thousands of academic books and learning materials to under-resourced schools across nine regions of Ghana.

The program, themed “Gift a Book, Change a Life”, aligns with CalBank’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI) agenda and coincides with World Literacy Day. Beneficiaries included basic and junior high schools such as St. Justin’s Anglican Cluster of Schools in Ablekuma, Peace Home Shelter in Aboadze, Tinkong Presby Basic School, and Nawarodin Islamic Basic School in Techiman.

At the presentation ceremony held at St. Justin’s Anglican Cluster of Schools, CalBank’s Managing Director, Mr. Carl Asem, highlighted the bank’s commitment to financial literacy and education.



“This is our way of adding value to society. We believe these books, together with the financial literacy sessions, will sharpen students’ money management skills, broaden their knowledge, and prepare them for a brighter future,” he said.

Mr. Asem explained that the initiative is part of a broader strategy to bridge the education gap in underserved communities by providing not only educational resources but also practical learning opportunities through financial literacy sessions.

He added that the book distribution across the country aims to motivate students while offering tangible support to parents.

CalBank has a longstanding history of CSI initiatives. In 2018, it partnered with UNICEF and General Electric (Ghana) to establish a Newborn Care Unit at the New Tafo Government Hospital in the Eastern Region.



In 2022, the bank commissioned a 40-seater ICT laboratory at Asokore SDA College Demonstration Basic School, reinforcing its commitment to educational development.

Madam Jennifer, Headmistress of St. Justin’s Anglican Cluster of Schools, expressed gratitude for the initiative, “Your investment in our school is an investment in the nation’s future. We are inspired by your commitment and look forward to a partnership that continues to uplift and empower our students.”

Through this initiative, CalBank reaffirms its dedication to promoting education and financial literacy as core pillars of its mission, seeking to create lasting social impact and empower the next generation of Ghanaians.