Old National Bancorp Volunteers 7,050 Hours Across 12 States in Largest Community Service Event Yet — Old National Bancorp

Event summary

2,450 Old National employees participated in the 5th annual Better Together Days on Sept. 16-17, 2026.
Volunteers contributed 7,050 hours to 172 nonprofits across 12 states.
This marked the largest participation in the event's five-year history.
Old National was named to Points of Light's 'The Civic 50' for the third consecutive year in 2026.

The big picture

Old National's record-breaking volunteer event underscores the growing importance of corporate social responsibility in regional banking. As community-focused initiatives become key differentiators, the bank's consistent recognition by Points of Light highlights its strategic emphasis on local engagement. With $74 billion in assets, Old National's ability to mobilize its workforce for systemic community impact sets a benchmark for peers in the Midwest and Southeast.

What we're watching

Employee Engagement: How sustained high participation in CSR initiatives will affect Old National's talent retention and recruitment efforts.
Community Impact: Whether the scale of volunteer efforts can translate into measurable benefits for local economies served by Old National.
Strategic Differentiation: The pace at which Old National can leverage its CSR reputation to stand out among Midwest banking peers.