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Bank of America has pledged a $1 million grant to the Wing Luke Museum in Seattle, aimed at enhancing community revitalization in the Chinatown-International District. The funding will support capital renovations, safety upgrades, and technology enhancements. This initiative will also promote local businesses through tours and cultural events, addressing challenges faced by the community exacerbated by the pandemic. In 2021, Bank of America invested $2.6 million in 54 nonprofits, reinforcing its commitment to racial equality and economic opportunity in the region.

Bank of America reported a record addition of over 2 million active digital clients in 2021, bringing the total to more than 54 million verified digital users. Clients logged into digital platforms 10.5 billion times, a 15% increase compared to the previous year. The bank's digital capabilities drove significant engagement, including Zelle transactions totaling $231 billion, marking a 64% year-over-year rise. Bank of America continues to focus on innovation, leveraging technology to meet evolving client needs across various financial services.

Bank of America has introduced a new online payment solution called Pay by Bank, developed in collaboration with Banked Ltd. Initially available in the UK, this real-time payment method allows e-commerce customers to pay directly from their bank accounts without the need for credit or debit card details. Key benefits include enhanced security, reduced customer data storage, and lower transaction costs.

The rollout signifies Bank of America's commitment to technology investment aimed at improving customer experiences and supporting clients' competitive advantage in the market.

Bank of America announced a $1 million grant to the Motown Museum on Feb. 10, 2022, contributing to its $55 million expansion campaign. This funding aids the museum's $38 million raised for its expansion, which includes phase two construction of an outdoor plaza and educational programming. The museum aims to enhance community engagement and artistic development. Completion is expected by Summer 2022. The grant aligns with Bank of America’s commitment to supporting cultural initiatives that stimulate local economies and tourism.

Bank of America has announced that over 200 corporate and commercial clients, representing nearly 3 million employees, have adopted its Corporate Employee Banking and Investing program since its launch in 2020. This initiative aims to enhance the financial wellness of employees by providing them with improved banking, lending, and investment solutions. The positive feedback from clients indicates significant impacts on workforce financial health. Additionally, the company's 2021 Workplace Benefits Report revealed a growing focus among employers on supporting employees' financial wellness beyond retirement planning.

Bank of America Community Development Banking (CDB) reported a record $6.6 billion in loans and investments for 2021, exceeding the previous year's $5.9 billion. The CDB allocated $4.1 billion in debt commitments and $2.5 billion in investments to promote affordable housing and economic development nationwide. In 2021, over 13,000 housing units were financed, with 90% being affordable. Significant commitments included $1.6 billion for health-related services and $368 million to minority-led developers. CDB also launched a $60 million fund for BIPOC developers as part of a broader $1.25 billion initiative to advance racial equality.