Northern Trust Corporate Philanthropy
Broadening the Opportunity
Northern Trust is committed to creating more equitable opportunities to achieve long-term financial success for those who too often face unfair hurdles because of their race, ethnicity, gender, geography or socio-economic conditions.
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Studies show that when essential human needs are met, benchmarks of long-term financial success—career opportunities, savings and home ownership—rise substantially, and paths to improved opportunity become more accessible. In support of those paths, Northern Trust is deploying a long-term community investment strategy designed to drive individual advancement and broader wealth creation. We are focusing our resources, capabilities, and business expertise on four key areas of fundamental impact that—when strengthened from the start—enrich our communities and the lives of everyone in them.
How We’re Taking Action

Volunteerism
Community engagement is an important part of Northern Trust’s culture. Our employees care about their local communities and understand they have a role to play in making them stronger for everyone.
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Philanthropic Contributions
Supporting philanthropic efforts is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s heritage. In the last decade alone, Northern Trust has contributed more than $160 million to support nonprofit and non-governmental organizations around the world.
Learn MoreCorporate Social Responsibility in Action
Corporate social responsibility and philanthropy are essential elements of our mission and culture.
View the Corporate Social Responsibility Report