- link Copy URL - [ Share on X ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=KeyBank and the Buffalo Sabres Foster the Spirit of Giving During Give 716 Celebration https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1317386?absolute=1&via=3blnews "Share on X") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1317386?absolute=1 "Share on Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1317386?absolute=1 "Share on Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=KeyBank and the Buffalo Sabres Foster the Spirit of Giving During Give 716 Celebration&body=ESG News from KeyBank https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1317386?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Philanthropy](/categories/philanthropy) # KeyBank and the Buffalo Sabres Foster the Spirit of Giving During Give 716 Celebration Jul 17, 2026 11:15 AM ET Campaign: [KeyBank's Community Investment](/news/campaign/keybanks-community-investment) ![People standing together with Sabres mascot](https://3blaws.s3.amazonaws.com/styles/carousel_2x/s3/2026-07/buffalo-sabres-event_KEYBANK_071726_1784300105.jpg) [KeyBank](https://www.key.com/personal/index.html) and the [Buffalo Sabres](https://www.nhl.com/sabres/) brought together community spirit, philanthropy, and hometown pride on July 16 during a special [Give 716](https://give716.org/give/give716/give716/2026-give-716) Celebration at KeyBank’s Northtown Branch in Amherst, NY. Give 716, the annual online giving event led by the [Buffalo Bills Foundation](https://www.buffalobills.com/community/bills-foundation) and [Buffalo Sabres Foundation](https://www.nhl.com/sabres/community/about), has become a powerful platform for connecting residents with the nonprofit organizations that serve local communities. The initiative helps nonprofits raise critical funding while generating awareness for missions that address a wide range of community needs. **Supporting the Organizations That Strengthen Western New York** The event highlighted the power of collective giving in Western New York and encouraged residents to support the nonprofit organizations that strengthen communities across the region. Sabres legends Rob Ray and Derek Roy joined fans alongside Sabretooth for an afternoon that celebrated both local generosity and Buffalo hockey. As part of the celebration, the first 50 attendees who showed proof of a donation of $71.60 or more to Give 716 received a Rasmus Dahlin jersey, motivating participants to support causes that matter throughout Western New York. KeyBank is proud to support Give 716 alongside the Buffalo Sabres as part of its ongoing commitment to investing in the people, neighborhoods, and organizations that help Western New York thrive. “Give 716 is a great example of what makes Western New York special,” said Chiwuike Owunwanne, KeyBank Corporate Responsibility Officer in Buffalo. “When businesses, sports teams, nonprofits, and residents come together around a common purpose, the impact is significant. Every donation helps strengthen our region and the communities we call home.” **A Partnership Built Around Community** KeyBank’s relationship with the Buffalo Sabres extends far beyond hockey. Together, the organizations have partnered on initiatives such as Give 716 and [HocKey Assists](https://www.3blmedia.com/news/keybank-and-buffalo-sabres-launch-hockey-assists-program-womens-heart-healthy-workshop) that celebrate community pride, support local nonprofits, and create opportunities for residents across Western New York. Community investment is a cornerstone of KeyBank’s corporate responsibility efforts. KeyBank works alongside nonprofit organizations, civic leaders, and community partners across the communities it serves to help create economic opportunity, advance neighborhood revitalization, and support programs that improve quality of life. - [Learn more about KeyBank’s longstanding partnership with the Buffalo Sabres and commitment to the Western New York region.](https://investor.key.com/press-releases/news-details/2025/KEYBANK-AND-THE-BUFFALO-SABRES-ANNOUNCE-10-YEAR-EXTENSION-OF-ARENA-NAMING-RIGHTS-DEAL/default.aspx) [![KeyBank Logo](/sites/default/files/Clients/Screen_Shot_2016-05-13_at_10.27.28_AM.png)](/profiles/keybank) ### More from KeyBank ###### [KeyBank Foundation Awards $300,000 to Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund to Expand Youth Banking Access and Financial Education Nationwide](/news/keybank-foundation-awards-300000-cities-financial-empowerment-fund-expand-youth-banking-access) Jul 16, 2026 9:00 AM ET ###### [Cleveland WNBA Announces KeyBank As First Founding Partner](/news/cleveland-wnba-announces-keybank-first-founding-partner) Jul 14, 2026 7:15 AM ET ###### [KeyBank Sets a New Standard in Check Fraud Protection With Check Control for Business](/news/keybank-sets-new-standard-check-fraud-protection-check-control-business) Jul 9, 2026 9:00 AM ET ###### [KeyBank Leverages NHL and NBA Playoff Momentum To Strengthen Brand, Community Ties](/news/keybank-leverages-nhl-and-nba-playoff-momentum-strengthen-brand-community-ties) Jul 2, 2026 9:00 AM ET ###### [Key4Women to Host Free Webinar Focused on Women’s Mental Health and Self-Understanding](/news/key4women-host-free-webinar-focused-womens-mental-health-and-self-understanding) Jul 1, 2026 9:00 AM ET ###### [KeyBank Provides $56 Million of Financing for Affordable Senior Housing in Ohio](/news/keybank-provides-56-million-financing-affordable-senior-housing-ohio) Jun 30, 2026 9:30 AM ET ###### [KeyBank Advances Women’s Health Through Financial Empowerment at Cleveland Clinic Global Forum](/news/keybank-advances-womens-health-through-financial-empowerment-cleveland-clinic-global-forum) Jun 26, 2026 9:00 AM ET ###### [KeyBank Teammates Rally for Communities on 35th Annual Neighbors Make The Difference Day](/news/keybank-teammates-rally-communities-35th-annual-neighbors-make-difference-day) Jun 25, 2026 9:00 AM ET