RBC Donates $175,000 To Hurricane Beryl Relief Efforts

PORT OF SPAIN — In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, RBC Royal Bank (RY on TSX and
NYSE) (“RBC”) and RBC Foundation USA announced a donation of C$175,000 to the Canadian RedCross and the American Red Cross in support of Caribbean and U.S. relief efforts.

The devastating hurricane impacted several Caribbean and U.S. communities where RBC operates, including Barbados, the Cayman Islands, and Tobago.

RBC’s contribution will support emergency relief efforts, including shelters, hygiene kits, and social assistance to those in the affected communities.

“The intensity of Hurricane Beryl this early in the season is concerning and our thoughts are with theindividuals affected in the Caribbean communities as well as in the U.S.,” said Chris Duggan, Head ofRBC Caribbean Banking.

“At RBC, we believe it is our responsibility to support our communities in times of need. Our donation to the Red Cross, will provide immediate assistance to those impacted, ensuring they receive the necessary resources to recover and rebuild.”

Commenting on the Caribbean generosity as well as that of our larger RBC community, Duggan added: “The response of the RBC Caribbean Banking employees, as well as that of our larger RBC community has been generous and unhesitating. In response to the disaster, our colleagues are coming together in many unique and incredible ways and donating personally to help those affected.”

Those that would like to support the relief efforts can donate to the Canadian Red Cross at
www.redcross.ca or the American Red Cross at www.redcross.org.

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