Michigan City, IN – Horizon Bank is proud to continue its support of Opportunity Enterprises (OE) with a $5,000 annual sponsorship, reinforcing our long-standing commitment to creating inclusive opportunities for people of all abilities.

John Freyek, Market President – Lake County and immediate past Board Chair of OE, and Mark Ritzi, Market President – Porter County, had the honor of delivering the donation. They presented the check to CEO, Neil Samahon and Chief Strategy Officer, Kacie Ensign.

“Our partnership with Opportunity Enterprises spans more than two decades, and it’s one we deeply value,” said John Freyek. “We’re proud to stand beside an organization that works every day to build a more equitable and inclusive community.”

Since 2001, Horizon Bank has supported OE’s mission, and this latest sponsorship reflects our continued belief in the importance of empowering individuals of all abilities.

“At Horizon, giving back is part of who we are,” added Mark Ritzi. “We’re honored to support the incredible work OE does in the lives of so many in our community.”

About Opportunity Enterprises
Founded in 1967, Opportunity Enterprises is a non-profit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their fullest potential and live a full, enriching life. Learn more at oppent.org.

About Horizon Bancorp, Inc.
Horizon Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: HBNC) is the nearly 8 billion–asset bank holding company for Horizon Bank, which serves customers across attractive Midwestern markets through convenient digital tools, as well as its Indiana and Michigan branches. Horizon's retail offerings include prime residential, indirect auto, and other secured consumer lending, as well as a range of personal banking and wealth management solutions. Horizon also provides a comprehensive array of in–market business banking and treasury management services, as well as equipment financing solutions for customers regionally and nationally, with commercial lending representing over half of total loans. More information on Horizon, headquartered in Northwest Indiana's Michigan City, is available at horizonbank.com and investor.horizonbank.com.