Bank Kompanion’s Green Contribution to Childhood

The Karakol branch of Bank Kompanion has implemented a large-scale environmental and social initiative to green the areas surrounding preschools in the villages of Issyk-Kul Region. The project is aimed at improving children’s health, developing gardening skills, and strengthening ties with local communities.

Currants and Apricots as an Investment in the Future

As part of the initiative, kindergartens in the Jeti-Oguz, Tyup, and Ak-Suu districts received:

• 400 currant bushes,

• 384 fruit tree saplings.

These plantings became not only a beautiful addition to the playgrounds but also a future source of natural vitamins for children — in the form of fresh fruit, jam, and compote.

“We were happy to take part in the project. The children are excited to see how the trees grow and help take care of them. We believe that in just a few years, we’ll have our own eco-friendly fruit garden,” said a preschool representative in the village of Darkhan, Issyk-Kul Region.

A Partnership That Works

The project was implemented by the Karakol branch of Bank Kompanion with the support of local nurseries and municipal authorities. The branch also covered the logistics and transportation costs. Training on how to care for the plants was provided with the help of the bank’s business development specialists.

“It’s important that we didn’t just plant trees — we shared knowledge on how these plants can become a source of additional income,” said Bank Kompanion’s business trainer, Omurbek Chynybaev.

ESG in Action

This initiative reflects Bank Kompanion’s focus on the ESG approach: environmental protection, social responsibility, and community engagement.

“We believe that working with children and their environment is an investment in a healthier, more responsible future. This project shows how a bank can be part of ecological and social transformation at the local level,” noted the Karakol branch team.

About the Program

Bank Kompanion regularly carries out CSR projects throughout the country — from supporting sports schools to helping digitize healthcare facilities. The greening of kindergartens in Issyk-Kul Region is another step toward sustainable regional development.