PNC – Illuminating Community, Arts
PNC to be Honored at the 2026 Illuminator Awards for Championing Education, Economic Development and the Arts
Baltimore, MD – The Illuminator Awards, a signature fundraising event celebrating leaders who amplify Baltimore’s cultural landscape, will recognize The PNC Financial Services, Group, Inc., on April 16, 2026.
PNC is a champion of Baltimore’s cultural community, renowned for its leadership in expanding arts access and education. Guided by the belief that engaging with the arts enriches lives and builds vibrant communities, PNC’s approach reflects its core mission of ensuring that the arts in Baltimore thrive across the city and region.
The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC) is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.
“The Illuminator Awards celebrate those who invest in Baltimore’s future,” said F. William Chickering, chair of the Illuminator Awards Committee. “PNC’s commitment to early learning and the arts strengthens the fabric of our city and we are proud to honor their impact.”
About the Illuminator Awards
This signature Peale event brings together artists, preservationists, cultural leaders, educators, donors, and neighbors. It is a celebration of Baltimore’s creativity and resilience. The Illuminator Awards benefit The Peale – Baltimore’s Community Museum, supporting arts education and historic preservation. Tickets are available online at the link below. The 2026 Illuminator Awards will take place April 16, 2026. Tickets and sponsorship packages are on sale now. Proceeds benefit The Peale – Baltimore’s Community Museum, supporting arts education and historic preservation in Baltimore. For more information, visit thepeale.org/illuminate.
