National bank headquartered in Sioux Falls honored among Corporate/Business Volunteers.

Helpline Center recognized Pathward^®, N.A. ("Pathward" or "the Bank"), a Sioux Falls-based, national bank focused on financial access, at the 2026 Spirit of Volunteerism Breakfast in Sioux Falls yesterday. Pathward was honored among others at the Spirit of Volunteerism event in the Corporate/Business Volunteers category, following a nomination from St. Francis House, which recognized the Bank's employee volunteerism and corporate support. As a bank with scalable infrastructure and a broad set of solutions, Pathward provides fintechs and other payments innovators with a banking platform that enables them to grow and scale.

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Helpline Center recognized Pathward at the 2026 Spirit of Volunteerism Breakfast in Sioux Falls, S.D. Pathward was honored among others at the Spirit of Volunteerism event in the Corporate/Business Volunteers category.

"We are honored to be recognized by Helpline Center for our Spirit of Volunteerism. Volunteering is a key component of our Community Impact Program, and we are incredibly grateful to our employees who give back to the Sioux Falls community and beyond," said Pathward's Senior Vice President of Communications, Sustainability and Public Policy, Catherine McGlown. "Many thanks to St. Francis House for nominating Pathward for the award to recognize our employee volunteers and corporate support through a resume-building event and donated laptops that residents can use for resumes and job-seeking."

Pathward's Community Impact Program supports its broader goals of advancing financial inclusion, strengthening workforce development, and investing in nonprofit partnerships. Through initiatives such as resume building support and technology donations, Pathward collaborates with organizations like St. Francis House to help individuals build critical skills and access new opportunities.

"We are proud of the work we've done in Sioux Falls and remain focused on deepening partnerships that expand access, build skills, and create pathways to long-term success," said Natonya Harbison, Vice President, Financial Access Center of Excellence at Pathward.

"Each year, this event celebrates individuals who generously give their time and talents to strengthen our communities. Because of volunteers like you, our neighbors feel supported, organizations are able to do more, and our community stays connected through service. We are excited to recognize you at this year's event and celebrate the difference you make," said Isabella Oliver, Volunteer Connections Manager at Helpline Center.

"Volunteerism is truly the heart of service, and we are grateful for the many ways you help keep our communities connected through your service," Oliver added.

Learn more about Pathward's Community Impact Program at https://www.pathward.com/about-us/sustainability/.

About Pathward^®

Pathward^®, N.A., a national bank, is a subsidiary of Pathward Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASH). Pathward is focused on financial access and strives to increase financial availability, choice and opportunity across our Partner Solutions and Commercial Finance business lines. The strategic business lines provide support to individuals and businesses. Learn more at Pathward.com.

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