News | February 03, 2026
Northwest Bank volunteers with the Healthy New Albany Food Pantry
Northwest Bank volunteers with the Healthy New Albany Food Pantry to support local families with fresh produce and essential items
NEW ALBANY, OH (January 29, 2026): Northwest Bank is proud to support the Healthy New Albany Food Pantry through hands-on volunteer service and a financial contribution to help meet growing community needs. Ahead of the volunteer event, the bank donated funds to cover the cost of a full month’s supply of fresh produce for pantry clients and collected more than 300 food and household items donated by associates at its corporate headquarters.
The Healthy New Albany Food Pantry plays a vital role in ensuring community members have access to nutritious and reliable resources—support that becomes even more important as central Ohio continues to grow. A team of Northwest associates volunteered at the pantry by unloading and organizing a food delivery from the Mid-Ohio Food Collective.
“Our team is committed to showing up, pitching in, and building lasting relationships with the people and organizations that make New Albany such a special place,” said TK Creal, Chief Credit Officer, Northwest Bank. “The Healthy New Albany Food Pantry’s mission aligns with our values of service and community partnership. We’re honored to contribute to their work and look forward to deepening our relationship with the New Albany community.”
“Northwest Bank’s support comes at a meaningful time as we continue to see more families turning to us for help,” said Pamela Conn, Director of Volunteer and Corporate Engagement, Healthy New Albany. “Their generosity—both the volunteer time and financial contribution —helps ensure we can provide healthy, high-quality options to the neighbors who rely on us.”
This initiative reflects Northwest Bank’s ongoing commitment to investing in the communities where it operates. Right now, construction is underway for a financial center in New Albany that is expected to open this summer.
About Healthy
New Albany Healthy New Albany works to cultivate community well-being through programs and services that promote health, connection, and access to essential resources. The New Albany Food Pantry ensures families within the New Albany-Plain Local School District have reliable access to nutritious food and support.
About Northwest Bank
Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Northwest Bancshares, Inc. is the bank holding company of Northwest Bank. Founded in 1896, Northwest Bank is a full-service financial institution offering a complete line of business and personal banking products, as well as employee benefits and wealth management services.
Currently, Northwest operates 151 full-service financial centers and 10 drive-up locations across Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, and Indiana and provides customers fee-free access to more than 55,000 ATMs. Northwest Bancshares, Inc.'s common stock is listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market ("NWBI"). Additional information regarding Northwest Bancshares, Inc. and Northwest Bank can be accessed online at www.northwest.bank/columbus.
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Vicki Zeal
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Northwest Bank
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