Community Bank of the Bay

Go Green by Banking Green Reduce emissions. Protect natural resources. Support sustainable communities. That’s the mission of the Bay Area Green Fund, where you can invest in the future you believe insimply by keeping your money in our dedicated Green Fund. Every dollar goes to smart, energy efficient projects that help reduce our collective carbon footprint. https://vimeo.com/382111497

In Honor of Veteran's Day, we will be closed to the public on Wednesday, November 11th. We will be open with normal operating hours for the remainder of the week. Thank you to all who have served our country!

Sending money to friends and family is easier now with Zelle. Integrated within our mobile banking app, Zelle lets you split the restaurant bill with friends or send money to the dog walker in minutes. Enroll today. https://www.bankcbb.com/zelle

Community Bank of the Bay Earns $1.24 Million in Third Quarter 2020 Our third quarter 2020 results were solid considering the effects of the pandemic and associated low interest rate environment, stated William S. Keller, President and CEO. By having a flexible technology platform and remote Relationship Manager business model already in place prior to the pandemic, we have been able to make a relatively uninterrupted transition to a remote work environment," Keller said.... Operating results were driven by 32% deposit growth and 21% loan growth, year-over-year, and stable asset quality metrics. Read the entire earnings report: https://www.bankcbb.com/2020-3rd-quarter-earnings/.

Looking for a way to go green and save trees? Switch to online banking statements! It’s an easy switch to save the environment. Simply register online to start receiving your bank statements now. https://buff.ly/37SxBX7

We’re here to help you and your business stay secure. Fraud can happen to any business, large or small. False expense claims, fake invoices, or fraudulent payroll are some of the ways theft can occur. In addition to monitoring your business’s account activity, you can use digital banking to safeguard who can access your accounts and what activities they are permitted to do. ... Use CBB online banking tools to secure your accounts: Restrict who can access your accounts or limit the types of transactions users are permitted to do Place limits and approvals in place for certain transactions Receive alerts about transfers, withdrawals, or transactions that require approval Visit our MoneyIQ center for more helpful videos on protecting your business: https://buff.ly/31MXBzv. Our library of tutorials is just one way we help our business clients prosper and grow.

We're thrilled to be the host sponsor of Discovery Counseling Center's "An Evening of Laughter & Music." Co-headliners for tonight's free event are comedians Brian Kellan and Karen Rontowski, and musical guest Kylie Rothfield from NBC's "The Voice." We are proud of our legacy of supporting those in need throughout the Bay Area. We use our sponsorship resources to partner with high-impact institutions like Discovery Counseling Center of San Ramon Valley. Our sponsorship of the event helps the organization continue its work supporting the mental health and well-being of individuals and families. Join us tonight at 7 pm!

At CBB, we understand the importance of breaking down barriers. We're glad that we were able to make a difference for our client, Charles Hill. Taking the time to listen is the cornerstone of our client banking relationships. After several banks systematically denied Charles, he came to CBB, where his banker took the time to learn more about his business. Since 2016, CBB and Hill have partnered on four loans together.

As a community bank, we're in the business of helping our communitypeople like youimagine new futures. Right now, many small businesses are working hard to survive, and we’re working right alongside them. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re honoring the resilience and determination of our Latinx business clients to survive the hardships of Covid-19. East Oakland catering company Cocina del Corazon is just one client trying to beat the odds. Without their regular revenue ...from large events, partners Jazmin Villalta and Chef Enrique Soriano are imagining a new future for themselves, one in which they serve their neighborhood and community. Shortly after Covid-19 forced local food businesses to shut down, Jazmin began applying for grants. The company quickly received a grant from the City of Oakland. Jazmin also connected with local nonprofit @MandelaPartners which helped Cocina del Corazon become a vendor of the anti-hunger organization @WorldCentralKitchen. Now, Cocina del Corazon serves 100-200 meals to distressed East Bay communities four days a week. It’s been enough to keep afloat, Jazmin said. We feel so blessed to be able to keep doing what we love: feed people and create delicious food. And not only that, but to do it in our own community. Jazmin says she is hopeful about the future. The business is focused on building an organic food distribution business in low-income communities where fresh fruits and vegetables are scarce. A sustainable, community-focused vision of the future is why Cocina del Corazon chose to bank with CBB, Jazmin says. We did our due diligence. We wanted a bank with like-minded ideals. The fact that CBB invests in sustainability, was a huge reason we chose to bank with them. We applaud Cocina del Corazon’s vision of a sustainable futuretogether, we can help our communities recover and our local economy rebound.

All CBB locations will be closed on Monday, October 12th, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' / Columbus Day. We honor the Native American community and recognize their deep roots and rich cultural legacy in the Bay Area. As always, Online Banking and our large network of MoneyPass ATMs are open 24/7!

Want to know about opportunities that add value to your business? Stay tuned. Supporting local businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits is at the heart of everything we do. As new programs are developed, we’ll share them on social media and through our email communications (sign up for our email newsletter here: https://buff.ly/2F6bv7E). The City of Oakland has three grant programs to support small businesses, individual artists, and community-serving nonprofits? These programs have a combined $7.8 million in available grant funds. Funding is available for those that have not received PPP loan funds. Applications close between Monday, 10/12 and Wednesday, 10/14, depending on the program. Learn more at https://buff.ly/33AfNh2. *Please note that the City of Oakland grants are not provided through Community Bank of the Bay.

Join us Friday, October 2, for the Bay Area Capital Connections XII, a virtual conference hosted by our partner organization @alliancecd! CBB is a proud sponsor of the conference this year and joins the conversation on working towards an equitable, dignified, and vibrant economy for all. Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/3cRMZ6y.

It’s National Small Business Week, and we’re proud to be a part of the growth of small businesses in the Bay Area. Every day our relationship managers work with our small business customers to grow their business and help create jobs in our community. We are thankful for the relationships with many great local business owners! We encourage everyone to join us in supporting a local business today.

It hasn't been easy for brick and mortar businessesespecially restaurants. While many have pivoted to out-of-restaurant experiences (take out only, delivery, etc.), some are safely coming back and adding in new options. Our client, Gather Kitchen Bar & Market, is open for business again with a new concept designed to meet the challenges of these difficult times. A decade ago, CBB provided start-up financing, and the restaurant developed a national reputation for locally-sour...ced, sustainable, and delicious food. 10 years later, we're still working together in partnership to support this Bay Area foodie favorite. You can enjoy their exquisite locally-sourced cuisine on their outdoor patio, by takeout, or delivery. Debuting this week is Gather's new market, with the best fresh produce and meats from local farmers to use in home-cooked meals.