Kearny Financial (KRNY) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The 2026 Annual Meeting will be held virtually on October 20, 2026, to elect four directors, ratify the appointment of Crowe LLP as independent auditor for FY2027, and approve an advisory resolution on executive compensation.

• Proxy materials are primarily distributed online, with options for paper copies upon request; voting can be done online, by phone, mail, or during the virtual meeting.

• The Board unanimously recommends voting in favor of all proposals and emphasizes the importance of shareholder participation.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders will vote on electing four directors, ratifying Crowe LLP as auditor, and approving a non-binding say-on-pay resolution.

• The record date for voting is August 21, 2026, with 64,929,382 shares outstanding.

• Shareholder proposals for the 2027 meeting must be received by May 12, 2027, and director nominations require advance notice.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• The Board consists of 12 members divided into three classes, with four nominees up for election for terms expiring in 2029.

• Board leadership is separated between the Chairman and CEO; 10 directors are deemed independent under Nasdaq rules.

• Committees include Audit & Compliance, Compensation, Corporate Responsibility, Enterprise Risk Management, and Nominating and Corporate Governance.

• Directors bring diverse expertise in audit, finance, risk management, technology, and strategic planning.

• Annual Board and committee self-evaluations, director training, and CEO succession reviews are conducted.