Northeast Bank Supports Arts-Integrated Learning with $5,000 Gift to Side x Side

Portland, Maine, February 23, 2026 -- Northeast Bank ('the Bank') (NASDAQ: NBN) is proud to announce a donation of $5,000 to Side x Side in support of arts-integrated programming for students in Portland and Lewiston public school systems. The contribution reflects the Bank's continued commitment to supporting education, youth development, and community well-being.

"We are deeply grateful for Northeast Bank's recent $5,000 gift. This support helps Side x Side meet growing teacher demand for arts-integrated programming, reaching more than 1,000 students this year and ensuring that youth feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive. By weaving the arts into academics, students grow more connected to their learning and to one another-an impact that is especially important during times of isolation and uncertainty. Our partnership with Northeast Bank highlights the power of coming together to inspire creativity, raise aspirations, promote well-being, and make a lasting difference in the lives of our youth and the communities they call home," said Beth Wilbur Van Mierlo, Executive Director of Side x Side.

About Northeast Bank:

Northeast Bank (NASDAQ: NBN) is a bank headquartered in Portland, Maine. We offer personal and business banking services to the Maine market via seven banking centers. Our National Lending Division purchases and originates commercial loans on a nationwide basis and our SBA division originates government-guaranteed SBA loans on a nationwide basis. ableBanking, a division of Northeast Bank, offers online savings products to consumers nationwide. Information regarding Northeast Bank can be found at www.northeastbank.com .