Milan, 12 August. (LaPresse) – In the first half of 2025, Intesa Sanpaolo consolidated the results of its social commitment, already exceeding several objectives of the 2022-2025 Business Plan and confirming its leading role in impact banking. The Group led by Carlo Messina has one of the most comprehensive programmes to meet people's needs and reduce inequalities in the country. Intesa Sanpaolo's social and cultural commitment is part of its ESG plan, supported by a total contribution of approximately €1.5 billion by 2027 and around 1,000 people dedicated to social and environmental sustainability initiatives. Between 2023 and the first half of 2025, €0.8 billion has already been invested. The “Food and shelter for people in need” project has carried out 60.3 million interventions in the period 2022-first half of 2025, exceeding by 20% the target of 50 million set for the entire Business Plan, which ends at the end of 2025. The results include 49.1 million meals distributed, 4.3 million beds in social dormitories and the distribution of 6.3 million medicines and 621,000 items of clothing. Social lending has disbursed €23.4 billion since 2022 (94% of the €25 billion target), confirming the strong focus on financial inclusion. In the first half of 2025, €3 billion was disbursed, including €143 million for credit to the third sector and €53 million through the Fund for Impact to support vulnerable individuals and families.