At Demerara Bank, we believe banking should go beyond transactions, it should transform lives. Every decision we make is guided by the vision that a healthier economy begins with empowered communities, a thriving environment, and opportunities for every Guyanese to succeed.
Founded on the visionary leadership of Dr. Yesu Persaud, Demerara Bank didn’t just open its doors, it opened possibilities. As Guyana’s first private-sector indigenous bank, it was built on a deep sense of social responsibility, committed to uplifting communities, fostering inclusive growth, and creating a legacy of purpose beyond profit.
A Bank with Purpose
Demerara Bank is not just a financial institution; it is a driver for change. We are deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, actively supporting initiatives in:
Environmental Sustainability
Education & Youth Empowerment
Financial Literacy & Inclusion
Health & Wellness
Community Development
Business Development
Investing in Guyana’s Future
From startups and small businesses to large enterprises, Demerara Bank provides financial support that fuels growth, nurtures innovation, and encourages entrepreneurship. Our commitment to giving back to communities reflects our long-term dedication to creating meaningful impact. By empowering both emerging ventures and established companies, we continue to strengthen the backbone of Guyana’s economy.
Our commitment is more than a promise, it’s a passion. We adapt, we evolve, and we deliver world-class banking with a local soul, rooted in the dreams of the communities we serve.
‘We’re not just building a bank; we’re building a better Guyana.’ Come Grow with us.
DBL Innovation Tank 2025
Dream Build Lead: Powered by Demerara Bank Limited in collaboration with GMSA & AMCHAM
Dream. Build. Lead. (DBL) Innovation Tank is Demerara Bank’s $10M Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Annual Revolving Program, designed to empower Guyanese start-ups and early-stage businesses. Through an engaging Innovation Tank–style competition, entrepreneurs will pitch their ideas to a live judging panel for the chance to win non-repayable grants of G$1 million each.
The program combines funding, mentorship, and visibility to strengthen Guyana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and support sustainable business growth.
“Our objective is to establish this as an annual initiative with progressively increasing allocations, reinforcing our long term commitment and impact” – Mr. Dowlat Parbhu, CEO
Eligibility Requirements
Must be a registered business in Guyana.
Pitch ideas must demonstrate innovation and must not negatively impact the environment.
Applicants must be 21 years or older.
Open to startups and early-stage businesses operating for no more than five (5) years.
Required Documentation
Applicants must provide the following:
Valid Identification
Recent Proof of Address
TIN Certificate (a Driver’s License can satisfy the first three requirements)
Business Registration or Certificate of Incorporation
Viable Business Plan inclusive of financial statements & cash flow projections
Bank Statements (if applicable)
Invoice or Quotation related to intended grant use (if applicable)