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Northern Trust
Philanthropic Impact Report 2024
We are committed to supporting our communities through time, talent and financial assistance.
A Message from the Chief Social Impact Officer
For 135 years we have collaborated closely with community organizations and residents, responding to their most pressing needs and unlocking creative solutions to achieve their goals. By leveraging our partnerships and employee expertise and continuously innovating our approach, we break down barriers to drive transformative impact every day – for people, communities, and businesses.
When it comes to investing in our communities, there is no return greater than impact. At Northern Trust, we endeavor to build vibrant communities and create sustainable change through our social impact initiatives and contributions, strategic investments, and volunteer service.
This report outlines important work done by Northern Trust and our employees in all corners of the globe, supporting individuals with food and housing security, healthcare access and educational opportunities.
I’m thrilled that our employees set a new record for volunteerism in 2024, dedicating time during our global month of service, “Achieving Greater Together”, and throughout the year benefiting 2,000 organizations and countless individuals.
Over the past decade, we’ve contributed nearly $240 million to charitable causes. But the real impact shows in the lives touched day-in and day-out by the tireless charities we support. As we look ahead, we remain dedicated to being a trusted partner, working side by side with our communities to create lasting change.
SHANA HAYES
Chief Social Impact Officer
How we make a difference worldwide

Food Security
From those who rescue quality food to organizations that prepare meals and provide nutrition education, we support those helping to end food instability.

Affordable Housing
Whether people lack affordable housing due to financial constraints or social issues, we collaborate with organizations that help ensure their safety and shelter.

Quality Education
Access to quality education can help level the playing field, whether the need is supplies, support or mentorship, we engage to increase opportunities to feed the mind.

Accessible Healthcare
Healthcare is a basic need—for mind and body—and we partner with organizations that provide support for the whole person.



Global Volunteerism
Northern Trust employees take pride in supporting their local communities, helping a wide variety of causes year-round. This includes “Achieving Greater Together” our global month of service each October.