Cadence Bank Awards $150,000 to Seven Nonprofits Through Its Annual Cadence Cares Holiday Program

Rhea-AI Summary

Cadence Bank (NYSE: CADE) and the Cadence Bank Foundation donated $150,000 to seven nonprofits through the fourth annual Cadence Cares Holiday Program on Dec. 23, 2025. Voting by customers, teammates and community members determined fund allocation: Boys & Girls Clubs $23,000; Dispensary of Hope $25,000; DreamSpring $13,000; Feeding America $28,000; Rebuilding Together $15,000; Salvation Army $29,000; USA Cares $17,000.

11,729 votes were cast across Cadence's nine-state footprint; donations will be distributed in February 2026.

Key Figures

Total holiday donations $150,000 Cadence Cares Holiday Program 2025 distribution

Nonprofits supported 7 organizations Cadence Cares Holiday Program 2025

Votes cast 11,729 votes Community voting across nine-state footprint

Boys & Girls Clubs grant $23,000 2025 Cadence Cares allocation

Feeding America grant $28,000 2025 Cadence Cares allocation

Salvation Army grant $29,000 2025 Cadence Cares allocation

Total donations over 4 years $600,000 Cumulative Cadence Cares Holiday Program giving

Donation timing February 2026 Scheduled payout from Cadence Bank Foundation

Market Reality Check

$44.19 Last Close

Volume Volume 1,437,067 is below the 20-day average of 2,360,971 (relative volume 0.61x). low

Technical Price 44.19 is trading above the 200-day MA of 34.61, near the 52-week high of 44.255.

Peers on Argus

CADE was up 1.14% while key regional bank peers also showed gains, including BOKF (1.2%), OZK (1.31%), PNFP (0.84%), SNV (0.61%), and PB (0.31%). Moves were positive but peer momentum scanners did not flag a coordinated sector move.

Historical Context

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Nov 13	Philanthropy recognition	Positive	-1.3%	Subsidiary Linscomb Wealth received multiple 2025 industry accolades for philanthropy and service.
Nov 12	Workplace award	Positive	+0.8%	Cadence named to American Banker’s 2025 Best Banks to Work For list.
Oct 30	Community grant	Positive	+1.0%	Joint <b>$45,000</b> grant with FHLB Dallas and peers to support affordable housing.
Oct 27	Acquisition agreement	Positive	+4.4%	Huntington agreed to acquire Cadence in an all‑stock deal valued at <b>$7.4B</b>.
Oct 22	Dividend declaration	Positive	+0.1%	Board declared quarterly common and preferred dividends with set record and pay dates.

Pattern Detected

Recent positive corporate and community-focused news often coincided with modest price gains, with one philanthropic recognition headline seeing a small negative reaction.

Recent Company History

Over the last few months, CADE has reported several relationship- and reputation-focused milestones, including community housing grants on Oct 30, 2025, workplace and philanthropy awards in mid‑November 2025, and a major $7.4 billion acquisition agreement with Huntington on Oct 27, 2025. A regular common dividend of $0.275 per share was declared on Oct 22, 2025. Today’s charitable giving announcement continues this pattern of emphasizing community impact alongside strategic corporate actions.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights Cadence Bank’s continued emphasis on community impact, directing $150,000 to seven nonprofits and bringing four-year Cadence Cares Holiday Program giving to $600,000. It fits alongside prior community grants and recognition for philanthropy and workplace quality. In the broader context, investors may monitor how this reputational focus complements the pending $7.4B acquisition by Huntington and existing dividend commitments when evaluating the company’s longer-term strategic profile.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Bank customers, teammates and community members came together to award donations to community-focused nonprofit organizations.

HOUSTON and TUPELO, Miss., Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- To kick off the holiday season, Cadence Bank (NYSE: CADE), through the Cadence Bank Foundation, proudly donated a total of $150,000 to seven nonprofit organizations that participated in the annual Cadence Cares Holiday Program. Bank customers, teammates and community members voted for their nonprofit of choice with the organizations splitting the $150,000 based on the number of votes each received.

In its fourth year, The Cadence Cares Holiday Program empowers individuals to support the causes that matter the most in their communities. This year, 11,729 people cast votes across the bank's nine-state footprint, allocating funds for organizations supporting low-to-moderate-income families, individuals and neighborhoods. Each selected nonprofit actively serves communities where Cadence operates, ensuring meaningful and local impact.

These organizations will receive a donation from The Cadence Bank Foundation in February 2026.

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America – $23,000
• Dispensary of Hope – $25,000
• DreamSpring – $13,000
• Feeding America – $28,000
• Rebuilding Together – $15,000
• Salvation Army – $29,000
• USA Cares – $17,000

"The Cadence Cares Holiday Program is a tradition our teammates look forward to each year because it gives them a tangible way to support nonprofits making a real difference. Over the past four years we have donated a total of $600,000 across our footprint through this initiative," said Dan Rollins, chairman and CEO of Cadence Bank. "We are grateful to everyone who took the time to vote. These donations will have a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families served by these organizations. It is a powerful reminder of what this season is all about."

To learn more about the Cadence Cares Holiday Program and Cadence Bank's commitment to communities, visit CadenceBank.com/cares.

About Cadence Bank
Cadence Bank (NYSE: CADE) is a $53 billion regional bank committed to helping people, companies and communities prosper. With more than 390 locations spanning the South and Texas, Cadence offers comprehensive banking, investment, trust and mortgage products and services to meet the needs of individuals, businesses and corporations. Accolades include being recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Forbes and U.S. News & World Report and as a 2025 America's Best Banks by Forbes. Cadence has dutifully served customers for nearly 150 years. Learn more at www.cadencebank.com. Cadence Bank, Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

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SOURCE Cadence Bank

FAQ

How much did Cadence Bank donate through the Cadence Cares Holiday Program in 2025 (CADE)?

Cadence Bank donated $150,000 distributed to seven nonprofits.

When will Cadence Bank (CADE) distribute the Cadence Cares Holiday donations?

The donations are scheduled to be distributed in February 2026.

Which nonprofits received funds from Cadence Bank's 2025 Cadence Cares program (CADE) and how much did each receive?

Boys & Girls Clubs $23,000; Dispensary of Hope $25,000; DreamSpring $13,000; Feeding America $28,000; Rebuilding Together $15,000; Salvation Army $29,000; USA Cares $17,000.

How many people voted in Cadence Bank's 2025 Cadence Cares Holiday Program (CADE)?

11,729 people cast votes across Cadence's nine-state footprint.

How much has Cadence Bank donated through the Cadence Cares program over four years (CADE)?

Cadence Bank reported a cumulative total of $600,000 donated over the four-year program.