EQBK / Equity Bancshares, Inc. - Pemfailan SEC, Laporan Tahunan, Penyata Proksi

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION BY AND AMONG EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., WINSTON MERGER SUB, INC. FRONTIER HOLDINGS, LLC. Dated as of August 29, 2025

EX-2.1 Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION BY AND AMONG EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., WINSTON MERGER SUB, INC. AND FRONTIER HOLDINGS, LLC. Dated as of August 29, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I THE MERGER 2 Section 1.01 Merger of Merger Sub with and into Frontier 2 Section 1.02 Effects of the Merger 2 Section 1.03 Certificate of Organization and Operating Agreement 2 Section 1.04 Dir

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Enters Nebraska, Acquires Frontier Holdings, LLC Company also announces bond portfolio repositioning to enhance earnings profile

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PRESS RELEASE 9/2/25 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Enters Nebraska, Acquires Frontier Holdings, LLC Company also announces bond portfolio repositioning to enhance earnings profile WICHITA, Kan., September 2, 2025 (BUSINESSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Ban

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 29, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES

425 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 29, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiz

Equity Bank Enters Nebraska, Acquires Frontier Bank

EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 EQUITY BANK PRESS RELEASE 9/2/25 Equity Bank Enters Nebraska, Acquires Frontier Bank WICHITA, Kan., September 2, 2025– Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced today it has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Frontier Holdings, LLC (“Frontier”), the parent company

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 29, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 29, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizatio

Equity Bancshares, Inc. | Merger Investor Presentation NYSE: EQBK Transaction Highlights & Rationale Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) will acquire Frontier Holdings, LLC, the bank holding company for Frontier Bank Transaction Overview • Frontier

EX-99.3 Exhibit 99.3 Merger with Frontier Holdings, LLC September 2, 2025 Equity Bancshares, Inc. | Merger Investor Presentation NYSE: EQBK Transaction Highlights & Rationale Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) will acquire Frontier Holdings, LLC, the bank holding company for Frontier Bank Transaction Overview • Frontier Holdings, LLC, the bank holding company for Frontier Bank, a community bank

VOTING AGREEMENT

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 VOTING AGREEMENT This VOTING AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) dated as of August 29, 2025 is executed by and among Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“EQBK”), a Kansas corporation and registered financial holding company under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended (the “BHCA”), Frontier Holdings, LLC (“Frontier”), a Nebraska limited liability company and registered financial hold

SUPPORT AGREEMENT

EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 SUPPORT AGREEMENT This SUPPORT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of August 29, 2025, by and between Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“EQBK”), a Kansas corporation and registered financial holding company under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended (the “BHCA”), and , an individual resident of the State of Nebraska (“Member”). Terms with their initial l

$75,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 7.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 that have been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 for any and all outstanding unregistered 7.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes d

424B3 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-289492 PROSPECTUS $75,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 7.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 that have been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 for any and all outstanding unregistered 7.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 The exchange offer will expire at 5:00 p.m., N

POWER OF ATTORNEY

EX-24.1 Exhibit 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY Each person whose signature appears below appoints Brad S. Elliott and Chris M. Navratil, and each of them, any of whom may act without the joinder of the other, as his true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, with full power of substitution and resubstitution, for him and in his name, place and stead, in any and all capacities, to sign any and all amend

Security Type

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 EQUITY BANCSHARES INC Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities ☐Not Applicable Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Carry Forward Form Type Carry Forward File Number Carry Forward Initial Effective Date Filing Fee Previously Paid in Connection with Unsold Securities to be Carried Forward Newly Registered Securities Fees to be Paid 1 Equity Class A Common Stock, par value $0.

POWER OF ATTORNEY

EX-24.1 Exhibit 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY Each person whose signature appears below appoints Brad S. Elliott and Chris M. Navratil, and each of them, any of whom may act without the joinder of the other, as his true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, with full power of substitution and resubstitution, for him and in his name, place and stead, in any and all capacities, to sign any and all amend

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 11, 2025

S-3ASR Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 11, 2025 Registration No.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 11, 2025

S-4 Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 11, 2025 Registration No.

Security Type

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-4 EQUITY BANCSHARES INC Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities ☐Not Applicable Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Carry Forward Form Type Carry Forward File Number Carry Forward Initial Effective Date Filing Fee Previously Paid in Connection with Unsold Securities to be Carried Forward Newly Registered Securities Fees to be Paid 1 Debt 7.

FORM OF LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL for Tender of All Unregistered Outstanding 7.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 in Exchange for Registered 7.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. Pursuant t

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FORM OF LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL for Tender of All Unregistered Outstanding 7.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 in Exchange for Registered 7.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 of EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. Pursuant to the Prospectus Dated    , 2025 THE EXCHANGE OFFER DESCRIBED HEREIN WILL EXPIRE AT 5:00 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TIME, ON     , 20

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

EX-25.1 Exhibit 25.1 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) UMB BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) Correct TIN is 44-0194180

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC

Form of Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of July 17, 2025, by and among Equity Bancshares, Inc. and the several purchasers thereto.

Exhibit 10.2 CONFIDENTIAL FORM OF REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT This REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is dated as of July 17, 2025 and is made by and among Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation (the “Company”), and the several purchasers of the Subordinated Notes (as defined below) identified on the signature pages to the Purchase Agreement (as defined below) (collectively,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 17, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 17, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Indenture, dated as of June 17, 2025, by and between Equity Bancshares, Inc. and UMB Bank, N.A., as trustee

Exhibit 4.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. As Issuer, and UMB BANK, N.A. As Trustee INDENTURE Dated as of July 17, 2025 7.125% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Notes due 2035 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I DEFINITIONS AND INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE 1 1.01 Definitions 1 1.02 Compliance Certificates and Opinions 13 1.03 Form of Documents Delivered to Trustee 14 1.04 Acts of Holders 15 1.05 Required Notices

Form of Subordinated Note Purchase Agreement, dated as of July 17, 2025, by and among Equity Bancshares, Inc. and the several purchasers thereto.

Exhibit 10.1 CONFIDENTIAL FORM OF SUBORDINATED NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT This SUBORDINATED NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is dated as of July 17, 2025, and is made by and among Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation (the “Company”), and the several purchasers of the Subordinated Notes (as defined herein) identified on the signature pages hereto (each a “Purchaser” and collectively

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Second Quarter Results Highlighted by Net Interest Margin Expansion Company Completed Acquisition of NBC Oklahoma, Adding Seven Locations

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. Second Quarter Results Highlighted by Net Interest Margin Expansion Company Completed Acquisition of NBC Oklahoma, Adding Seven Locations WICHITA, Kansas, July 14, 2025 (BUSINESSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, repor

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 14, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Equity Bancshares, Inc.| NYSE: EQBK Market Cap as of 7/10/2025 Non-GAAP Financial Measure. Refer to the Non-GAAP reconciliation at the end of this presentation. Compound Annual Growth Rate since EQBK was founded in 2002 Strategic Execution Of Acquisi

Exhibit 99.2 This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“Equity,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “the company”) with respect to, among other things,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 2, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, I

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 2, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Registration Rights Agreement, dated July 2, 2025, by and among Equity Bancshares, Inc., and each of the shareholders of NBC Corp. of Oklahoma.

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT by and among EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., and EACH OF THE HOLDERS LISTED ON THE SIGNATURE PAGES HERETO Dated as of July 2, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I RESALE SHELF REGISTRATION 1 Section 1.1 Resale Shelf Registration Statement 1    Section 1.2 Effectiveness Period 1 Section 1.3 Subsequent Shelf Registration Statement 2 Section 1.4 Supplement

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with NBC Corp. of Oklahoma Equity Doubles Oklahoma Franchise to 15 Locations

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE 7/3/2025 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with NBC Corp. of Oklahoma Equity Doubles Oklahoma Franchise to 15 Locations WICHITA, Kan., July 3, 2025 - Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced the completed acquisition of NBC Corp. of Oklahoma (“NBC”), the pa

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 03, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

FORM 8-K Item 8.01 Other Events.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 02, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

FORM 8-K Item 8.01 Other Events.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 20, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, IN

Equity Bancshares, Inc.| NYSE: EQBK Market Cap as of 5/1/2025 Non-GAAP Financial Measure. Refer to the Non-GAAP reconciliation at the end of this presentation. Compound Annual Growth Rate since EQBK was founded in 2002 Strategic Execution Of Acquisit

Exhibit 99.1 This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“Equity,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “the company”) with respect to, among other things,

FORM 8-K Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 06, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

FORM 8-K Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 22, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

Equity Bancshares, Inc. First Quarter Results Include Net Interest Margin Expansion and Annualized Loan Growth of 15.2% Reports Net Interest Margin of 4.27%, Closes the Quarter with a Tangible Common Equity Ratio of 10.1%

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. First Quarter Results Include Net Interest Margin Expansion and Annualized Loan Growth of 15.2% Reports Net Interest Margin of 4.27%, Closes the Quarter with a Tangible Common Equity Ratio of 10.1% WICHITA, Kansas, April 15, 2025 (BUSINESSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company,” “we,” “us,” “o

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 15, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

Equity Bancshares, Inc.| NYSE: EQBK Market Cap as of 4/11/2025 Non-GAAP Financial Measure. Refer to the Non-GAAP reconciliation at the end of this presentation. Compound Annual Growth Rate since EQBK was founded in 2002 Strategic Execution Of Acquisi

Exhibit 99.2 This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“Equity,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “the company”) with respect to, among other things,

Equity Bancshares, Inc. | Merger Investor Presentation NYSE: EQBK Transaction Rationale • Further expands EQBK’s presence in vital Oklahoma markets, including OKC nd • Oklahoma becomes EQBK’s 2 largest deposit market STRATEGIC • More C&I Lending with

Exhibit 99.2 NYSE: EQBK Merger with NBC Corp. of Oklahoma April 2, 2025 Equity Bancshares, Inc. | Merger Investor Presentation NYSE: EQBK Transaction Rationale • Further expands EQBK’s presence in vital Oklahoma markets, including OKC nd • Oklahoma becomes EQBK’s 2 largest deposit market STRATEGIC • More C&I Lending with lower CRE exposure • Core funded with low-cost deposits (84% Loan/Deposits) •

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Partners with NBC Oklahoma, Adds to Oklahoma Franchise Combined Company Doubles Oklahoma Footprint, to Operate 15 Locations in State

Exhibit 99.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PRESS RELEASE 4/2/2025 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Partners with NBC Oklahoma, Adds to Oklahoma Franchise Combined Company Doubles Oklahoma Footprint, to Operate 15 Locations in State WICHITA, Kan., April 2, 2025— Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced today its entry into a defi

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 2, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Agreement and Plan of Reorganization, dated April 2, 2025, by and among Equity Bancshares, Inc., Red River Merger Sub, Inc., and NBC Corp. of Oklahoma.*

Exhibit 2.1 Execution Version AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION BY AND AMONG EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., RED RIVER MERGER SUB, INC. AND NBC CORP. OF OKLAHOMA Dated as of April 2, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I THE MERGER 2 Section 1.01 Merger of Merger Sub with and into NBC 2 Section 1.02 Effects of the Merger 2 Section 1.03 Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws 2 Section 1.04 Directors a

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 19, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  ) Filed by the Registrant  ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  )

DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)

Powers of Attorney

Exhibit 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below does hereby constitute and appoint Brad S. Elliott and Chris M. Navratil, jointly and each of them severally, his or her true and lawful attorney-in-fact and agent, with full power of substitution and re-substitution, for him or her and in his or her name, place, and stead, in any and all

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (E

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Insider Trading Policy

Exhibit 19.1 Insider Trading Policy Effective May 23, 2023 Summary Preventing insider trading is necessary to comply with securities laws and to preserve the reputation and integrity of Equity Bancshares, Inc. and all subsidiaries (the “Company”) as well all affiliated persons. Insider trading occurs when any person purchases or sells a security while in possession of insider information relating

List of Subsidiaries of Equity Bancshares, Inc.

Exhibit 21.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES Name of Subsidiary State of Organization EBHQ, LLC Kansas EBAC, LLC Kansas ERMI, LLC Missouri EQBK Investment Subsidiary, LLC Missouri EQBK Reality Holdings, LLC Missouri Real Estate Investment Trust, LLC Missouri Equity Bank Kansas FCB Capital Trust II Delaware FCB Capital Trust III Delaware Community First (AR) Statutory Trust I Connectic

Description of Registrant’s Securities.

Exhibit 4.2 DESCRIPTION OF REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES As of December 31, 2024, Equity Bancshares, Inc. (the “Company,” “we,” or “our”) had one class of securities, our Class A Voting Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (“Class A common stock”), registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). DESCRIPTION OF COMMON STOCK General We are incorporat

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  ) Filed by the Registrant  ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule

Eighth Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement dated February 10, 2025, by and between Equity Bancshares, Inc. and ServisFirst Bank.

Exhibit 10.1 EIGHTH AMENDMENT TO LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT THIS EIGHTH AMENDMENT TO LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made and dated as of February 10, 2025, between EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., a Kansas corporation (the “Borrower”), and SERVISFIRST BANK, an Alabama banking corporation (the “Lender”). R E C I T A L S A. Borrower and Lender are parties to that certain Loan and Securit

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 10, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 3, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

Equity Bancshares, Inc.| NYSE: EQBK Market Cap as of 1/21/2025 Non-GAAP Financial Measure. Refer to the Non-GAAP reconciliation at the end of this presentation. Compound Annual Growth Rate since EQBK was founded in 2002 Strategic Execution Of Acquisi

Exhibit 99.2 This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“Equity,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “the company”) with respect to, among other things,

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Fourth Quarter Results Include Net Interest Margin Expansion and Close of Common Equity Capital Raise Reports Net Interest Margin of 4.17%, Closes the Quarter with a Tangible Common Equity Ratio of 9.95%

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. Fourth Quarter Results Include Net Interest Margin Expansion and Close of Common Equity Capital Raise Reports Net Interest Margin of 4.17%, Closes the Quarter with a Tangible Common Equity Ratio of 9.95% WICHITA, Kansas, January 22, 2025 (BUSINESSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company,” “we,”

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 22, 2025 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 11, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

1,797,600 Shares Class A common stock

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Statement Number 333-267025 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To Prospectus Dated August 29, 2022) 1,797,600 Shares Class A common stock We are offering 1,797,600 shares of our Class A common stock, par value $0.

Underwriting Agreement, dated as of December 3, 2024, by and between the Company and Stephens Inc., as representative of the several underwriters named in Schedule A thereto

Exhibit 1.1 Execution Version 1,797,600 Shares of Class A Common Stock (Par Value $0.01 per Share) EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT December 2, 2024 Stephens Inc. 111 Center Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 As representative of the Underwriters named in Schedule A of the Underwriting Agreement Ladies and Gentlemen: Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation (the “Company”), prop

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 2, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Pricing of $80 Million Offering of Class A Common Stock

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Pricing of $80 Million Offering of Class A Common Stock WICHITA, Kan., Dec. 2, 2024 — (BUSINESS WIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”) today announced the pricing of its underwritten public offering of 1,797,600 shares of its Class A common stock (the “common stock”), at a public offering price of $44.50 per share, fo

Registration Statement

Registration Statement No.333-267025 Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Follow On offering Investor presentation December 2024 Disclaimers This presentation has been prepared by Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“Equity,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “the Company”) solely for informational purposes based on its own information, as well as information from public sources. This presentation has been prepared to assist interes

Subject To Completion, Dated December 2, 2024

Table of Contents The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES

EQBK / Equity Bancshares, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Equity Bancshares Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 29460X109 (CUSIP Number) September 30, 2024 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this S

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Third Quarter Results Includes A Significant Recovery on Problem Asset and 16.9% Annualized Loan Growth Reports 10.4% Tangible Book Value Growth, Closes Merger with KansasLand, Adding to Kansas Franchise

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. Third Quarter Results Includes A Significant Recovery on Problem Asset and 16.9% Annualized Loan Growth Reports 10.4% Tangible Book Value Growth, Closes Merger with KansasLand, Adding to Kansas Franchise WICHITA, Kansas, October 15, 2024 (BUSINESSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company,” “we,”

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 15, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARE

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 15, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Equity Bancshares, Inc.| NYSE: EQBK Strategic Execution Of Acquisitions SCALE 12 Completed Bank Acquisitions SINCE IPO 2002 2008 2015 2024 START-UP 4 acquisitions GROWTH 4 acquisitions IPO $380M $5.4B 27.3% Compound Annual Growth Rate3 Company Overvi

Exhibit 99.2 This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“Equity,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “the company”) with respect to, among other things,

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 07, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 12, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Second Quarter Results Highlighted by Record Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin Expansion Reports NIM of 3.94%, Announces Merger with KansasLand Bancshares, Inc., Adding to Kansas Franchise

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. Second Quarter Results Highlighted by Record Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin Expansion Reports NIM of 3.94%, Announces Merger with KansasLand Bancshares, Inc., Adding to Kansas Franchise WICHITA, Kansas, July 16, 2024 (BUSINESSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company”, “we,” “us,” “o

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 16, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Equity Bancshares, Inc.| NYSE: EQBK Strategic Execution Of Acquisitions SCALE 12 Completed Bank Acquisitions SINCE IPO 2002 2008 2015 2024 START-UP 4 acquisitions GROWTH 4 acquisitions IPO KANSASLAND BANK MERGER Approved in Q2 2024 Closed on July 1 $

Exhibit 99.2 This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“Equity,” “we,” “us,” “our,” “the company”) with respect to, among other things,

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with KansasLand Bancshares, Inc. Equity Bank Adds to its Franchise in Home State of Kansas

Exhibit 99.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PRESS RELEASE 7/2/2024 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with KansasLand Bancshares, Inc. Equity Bank Adds to its Franchise in Home State of Kansas WICHITA, Kan., July 2, 2024 — Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced the completed acquisition of KansasLand Bancshares,

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 1, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 18, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

Agenda Brad Elliott Equity Bancshares, Inc. Chairman & CEO Welcome & Introduction Kristof Slupkowski Chief Credit Officer Credit Rick Sems Equity Bank CEO Balance Sheet & Growth Julie Huber Chief Operating Officer Strategy & Operating Effectiveness B

Exhibit 99.1 This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“Equity”, “we”, “us”, “our, “company”) with respect to, among other things, futur

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 11, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 22, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Promotions of Top Executives Rick Sems named CEO of Equity Bank, Julie Huber named Chief Operating Officer

Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE – 05/10/2024 Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Promotions of Top Executives Rick Sems named CEO of Equity Bank, Julie Huber named Chief Operating Officer WICHITA, Kansas, May 10, 2024 – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “we”, “us”, “our”, the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank (the “Bank”), announced the pr

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, IN

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 3, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 3, 2024 Registration No.

Power of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY Each person whose signature appears below appoints Brad S. Elliott and Chris M. Navratil, and each of them, any of whom may act without the joinder of the other, as his true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, with full power of substitution and resubstitution, for him and in his name, place and stead, in any and all capacities, to sign any and all amendments (i

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 CALCULATION OF FILING FEE TABLE Form S-8 (Form Type) Equity Bancshares, Inc.

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 23, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated April 18, 2024, by and among Equity Bancshares, Inc., KL Merger Sub, Inc., and Kansasland Bancshares, Inc.*

Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF Reorganization BY AND Among EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., kl merger sub, inc. AND kansasland bancshares, Inc. Dated as of April 18, 2024 Table of Contents ARTICLE I The Merger 2 Section 1.01 Merger of Merger Sub with and into KBI 2 Section 1.02 Effects of the Merger 2 Section 1.03 Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws 2 Section 1.04 Directors and Officers 2 Section 1.05

Investor Presentation dated April 22, 2024.

EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. | NYSE: EQBK has agreed to acquire KansasLand Bancshares, Inc., the parent company of KansasLand Bank PROFORMA BRANCH FOOTPRINT TRANSACTION OVERVIEW Deal Value (thousands): $100.0 Est. Equity 2024E EPS Accretion: $0.03 / 0.71% Est. Equity 2025E EPS Accretion: $0.05 / 1.09% Est. Equity TBVPS Earnback: ~0.28 years KANSASLAND HIGHLIGHTS Headquarters: Quinter, Kansas Branches:

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Expands Footprint Within Home State of Kansas Company will acquire KansasLand Bank, add Western and Central Kansas locations

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE 4/22/2024 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Expands Footprint Within Home State of Kansas Company will acquire KansasLand Bank, add Western and Central Kansas locations WICHITA, Kan., April 22, 2024 - Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced today its entry into a definitiv

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 18, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

Equity Bancshares, Inc.| NYSE: EQBK Strategic Execution Of Acquisitions SCALE 11 Completed Bank Acquisitions SINCE IPO 2002 2008 2015 2024 START-UP 4 acquisitions GROWTH 4 acquisitions IPO BANK OF KIRKVILLE MERGER Closed During Q1 2024 $380M $5.2B 27

Exhibit 99.2 This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (“Equity”, “we”, “us”, “our, “company”) with respect to, among other things, futur

Equity Bancshares, Inc. First Quarter Results Highlighted by Record Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin Expansion Reports NIM of 3.75%, Completes Merger with Rockhold Bancorp, Adding to Missouri Franchise

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. First Quarter Results Highlighted by Record Net Interest Income and Net Interest Margin Expansion Reports NIM of 3.75%, Completes Merger with Rockhold Bancorp, Adding to Missouri Franchise WICHITA, Kansas, April 16, 2024 (BUSINESSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company”, “we,” “us,” “our”), the

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 16, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 15, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 1

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  ) Filed by the Registrant ☒        Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

` UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC.

Compensation Recovery Policy.

Exhibit 97.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Compensation Recovery Policy (Effective November 1, 2023) The following Equity Bancshares, Inc. Compensation Recovery Policy (the “Policy”) is hereby adopted by the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (the “Company”), effective November 1, 2023 (the “Effective Date”). The Policy is the successor to and restates the Company’s Compensation

Exhibit 4.2

Exhibit 4.2 DESCRIPTION OF REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES As of December 31, 2022, Equity Bancshares, Inc. (the “Company,” “we,” or “our”) had one class of securities, our Class A Voting Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (“Class A common stock”), registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). DESCRIPTION OF COMMON STOCK General We are incorporat

Powers of Attorney

Exhibit 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below does hereby constitute and appoint Brad S. Elliott and Chris M. Navratil, jointly and each of them severally, his or her true and lawful attorney-in-fact and agent, with full power of substitution and re-substitution, for him or her and in his or her name, place, and stead, in any and all

List of Subsidiaries of Equity Bancshares, Inc.

Exhibit 21.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES Name of Subsidiary State of Organization EBHQ, LLC Kansas EBAC, LLC Kansas ERMI, LLC Missouri EQBK Investment Subsidiary, LLC EQBK Reality Holdings, LLC Real Estate Investment Trust, LLC Missouri Missouri Missouri Equity Bank Kansas FCB Capital Trust II Delaware FCB Capital Trust III Delaware Community First (AR) Statutory Trust I Connectic

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 10, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

SEVENTH AMENDMENT TO LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.1 SEVENTH AMENDMENT TO LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT THIS SEVENTH AMENDMENT TO LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made and dated as of February 10, 2024, between EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., a Kansas corporation (the “Borrower”), and SERVISFIRST BANK, an Alabama banking corporation (the “Lender”). R E C I T A L S A. Borrower and Lender are parties to that certain Loan and Secur

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with Rockhold BanCorp Equity Bank franchise adds eight locations in Missouri, expanding within four-state footprint

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE 2/12/2024 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with Rockhold BanCorp Equity Bank franchise adds eight locations in Missouri, expanding within four-state footprint WICHITA, Kan., February 12, 2024 - Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced it completed its merg

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

EQBK / Equity Bancshares, Inc. / FJ Capital Management LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3) * Equity Bancshares Inc. (EQBK) (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 29460X109 (CUSIP Number) 12/31/2023 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 29, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 24, 2024 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Founded In 2002, Wichita Headquartered, Midwest Franchise Seasoned Management Team Consistent Execution And Strategy Long-term Focused Key Highlights as of 12/31/2023 Equity Bancshares, Inc. NYSE: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 – 2007 Brad Elliott, Chairman and

EARNINGS PRESENTATION 4th QUARTER 2023 Exhibit 99.2 Founded In 2002, Wichita Headquartered, Midwest Franchise Seasoned Management Team Consistent Execution And Strategy Long-term Focused Key Highlights as of 12/31/2023 Equity Bancshares, Inc. NYSE: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 – 2007 Brad Elliott, Chairman and CEO, founded Equity Bancshares, Inc. in 2002 Completed 5 branch or whole bank acquisitions Opened

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Fourth Quarter Results Highlighted by 6.1% Annualized Loan Growth and Strategic Balance Sheet Repositioning Company Announces Merger with Bank of Kirksville and Tangible Equity Growth

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. Fourth Quarter Results Highlighted by 6.1% Annualized Loan Growth and Strategic Balance Sheet Repositioning Company Announces Merger with Bank of Kirksville and Tangible Equity Growth WICHITA, Kansas, January 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company”, “we,” “us,” “our”), the

EQBK / Equity Bancshares, Inc. / Patriot Financial Partners Iii, L.p. - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 tm243237d1sc13da.htm SC 13D/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) (Amendment No. 1) Equity Bancshares, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 29460X109 (CUSIP Number) David Honold Patr

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 13, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated December 5, 2023, by and among Equity Bancshares, Inc. Truman Merger Sub, Inc. Rockhold BanCorp and Rockhold BanCorp Stock Trust (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to Equity Bancshares, Inc.'s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the SEC on December 6, 2023).

EX-2.1 Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER BY AND AMONG EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., TRUMAN MERGER SUB, INC. AND ROCKHOLD BANCORP. Dated as of December 5, 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I THE MERGER 2 Section 1.01 Merger of Merger Sub with and into RBI 2 Section 1.02 Effects of the Merger 2 Section 1.03 Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws 2 Section 1.04 Directors and Officers 2 Section 1.05 Effe

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Adds to Missouri Franchise, Will Acquire Bank of Kirksville Company also announces strategic bond portfolio repositioning to enhance earnings profile

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PRESS RELEASE 12/6/2023 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Adds to Missouri Franchise, Will Acquire Bank of Kirksville Company also announces strategic bond portfolio repositioning to enhance earnings profile WICHITA, Kan., December 6, 2023 — Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announc

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 5, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARE

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 5, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

MERGER WITH ROCKHOLD BANCORP. December 6, 2023

EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 MERGER WITH ROCKHOLD BANCORP. December 6, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES Forward Looking Statements This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES

Employment Agreement, dated November 6, 2023, among Equity Bank, Equity Bancshares, Inc. and Chris M. Navratil (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Equity Bancshares, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, filed with the SEC on November 9, 2023)

Exhibit 10.1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into this 6th day of November, 2023 (the “Effective Date”), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the “Bank”), and Christopher M. Navratil (“Executive”). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (“Parent”), is joining in this Agreement for the limite

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results; Including Net Interest Margin Growth Driven by Core Deposit Base Strong Tangible and Regulatory Capital Ratios and Positive Credit Quality Trends Continue

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results; Including Net Interest Margin Growth Driven by Core Deposit Base Strong Tangible and Regulatory Capital Ratios and Positive Credit Quality Trends Continue WICHITA, Kansas, October 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company”, “we,” “us,” “our”), th

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 17, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Equity Bancshares, Inc. NYSE: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 – 2007 Brad Elliott, Chairman and CEO, founded Equity Bancshares, Inc. in 2002 Completed 5 branch or whole bank acquisitions Opened 2 branches in Missouri Growth: 2008 – 2016 Opened branches in Lees S

EARNINGS PRESENTATION 3rd QUARTER 2023 Exhibit 99.2 Equity Bancshares, Inc. NYSE: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 – 2007 Brad Elliott, Chairman and CEO, founded Equity Bancshares, Inc. in 2002 Completed 5 branch or whole bank acquisitions Opened 2 branches in Missouri Growth: 2008 – 2016 Opened branches in Lees Summit & Overland Park, Kansas Acquired Ellis State Bank $8.8MM of TARP issued and repaid with SBLF

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 27, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 14, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 22, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission F

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Elevates Krzysztof Slupkowski to Chief Credit Officer Joined Wichita-based bank holding company in 2018 as credit manager, promoted from SVP

Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE - 08/22/23 Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Elevates Krzysztof Slupkowski to Chief Credit Officer Joined Wichita-based bank holding company in 2018 as credit manager, promoted from SVP WICHITA, Kansas, August 22, 2023 – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “we”, “us”, “our”, the “Company”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank (the

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Promotion of Chris Navratil to Chief Financial Officer and Departure of Eric Newell Wichita-based holding company elevates current Bank CFO to principal accounting and financial officer

Exhibit 99.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PRESS RELEASE – 08/04/2023 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Promotion of Chris Navratil to Chief Financial Officer and Departure of Eric Newell Wichita-based holding company elevates current Bank CFO to principal accounting and financial officer WICHITA, Kansas, August 4, 2023 – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “we”, “us”, “our”, the “Company”)

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 1, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 25, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 18, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 18, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results; Experienced Core Deposit Growth and Increased Net Interest Income Strong Tangible and Regulatory Capital Ratios; Continued Positive Credit Quality Trends

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results; Experienced Core Deposit Growth and Increased Net Interest Income Strong Tangible and Regulatory Capital Ratios; Continued Positive Credit Quality Trends WICHITA, Kansas, July 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company”, “we,” “us,” “our”), the W

Committed to our Entrepreneurial Spirit Our Company Equity Bancshares, Inc. NYSE: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 - 2007 Brad Elliott, Chairman and CEO, founded Equity Bancshares, Inc. in 2002. Completed 5 branch or whole bank acquisitions Opened 2 branches in M

Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Presentation July 19, 2023 Exhibit 99.2 Forward Looking Statements This presentation contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 16, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fil

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 25 NOTIFICATION OF REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND/OR REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(b) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number: 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 25 NOTIFICATION OF REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND/OR REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(b) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number: 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (Exact name of Issuer as specified in its charter, and name of Exchange where security is listed and/or registered) 7

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 72-1532188 (State of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number) 7701 E Kellogg Driv

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Transfer of Listing of Common Stock ‘EQBK’ to the New York Stock Exchange

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE – 05/10/2023 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Transfer of Listing of Common Stock ‘EQBK’ to the New York Stock Exchange WICHITA, Kansas (May 10, 2023) - Equity Bancshares, Inc (“Equity”, “the Company”, “we”, “us”, “our”), the Wichita-based holding company of Equity Bank, announced today that the Company will transfer the listing of its common sto

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, IN

Employment Agreement, dated May 2, 2023, among Equity Bank and Richard M. Sems, (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to Equity Bancshares, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, filed with the SEC on May 4, 2023).

Exhibit 10.2 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into this 2nd day of May, 2023 (the “Effective Date”), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the “Bank”), and Richard M. Sems (“Executive”). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (“Parent”), is joining in this Agreement for the limited purpose of

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Resignation of Greg Kossover from Executive Management Current Chief Operating Officer and Former CFO to Remain on Equity Bancshares, Inc. Board of Directors and Continue His Duties as a Director

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE – 04/28/23 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces Resignation of Greg Kossover from Executive Management Current Chief Operating Officer and Former CFO to Remain on Equity Bancshares, Inc. Board of Directors and Continue His Duties as a Director WICHITA, Kansas, April 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the C

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 25, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 25, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 18, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 18, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

Forward Looking Statements

Forward Looking Statements Our Company Our Value Proposition Strong Senior Leadership Team Long Term Key Strategic Objectives Q1 2023 Financial Highlights Net Income Walk Revenue Trends Net Interest Income Yield / Cost Components Performance Metrics Strong Core Deposit Franchise Asset Quality Trends – Annual Asset Quality Trends - Quarterly Diversified Loan Portfolio Allowance for Credit Loss (ACL

Strong Tangible and Regulatory Capital Ratios; Granular Depositor Base With a High Level of Insured Deposits

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports First Quarter Results; Exhibiting Stability of Deposits and Continued Improvement in Asset Quality Strong Tangible and Regulatory Capital Ratios; Granular Depositor Base With a High Level of Insured Deposits WICHITA, Kansas, April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Co

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 20, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 2054 9 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of th e Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 2054 9 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of th e Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2))

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (E

Description of Registrant’s Securities.

Exhibit 4.2 DESCRIPTION OF REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES As of December 31, 2022, Equity Bancshares, Inc. (the “Company,” “we,” or “our”) had one class of securities, our Class A Voting Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (“Class A common stock”), registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”). DESCRIPTION OF COMMON STOCK General We are incorporat

Employment Agreement, dated December 20, 2021, between Equity Bank, Equity Bancshares, Inc. and John Creech

Exhibit 10.8 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into this 20 day of December, 2021 (the “Effective Date”), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the “Bank”), and John Creech (“Executive”). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (“Parent”), is joining in this Agreement for the limited purpose of

List of Subsidiaries of Equity Bancshares, Inc.

Exhibit 21.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES Name of Subsidiary State of Organization EBHQ, LLC EBAC, LLC Kansas Kansas ERMI, LLC Missouri EQBK Investment Subsidiary, LLC Missouri Real Estate Investment Trust, LLC Missouri Equity Bank Kansas FCB Capital Trust II Delaware FCB Capital Trust III Delaware Community First (AR) Statutory Trust I American State Bank Statutory Trust I Connect

Powers of Attorney

Exhibit 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below does hereby constitute and appoint Brad S. Elliott, Gregory H. Kossover and Eric R. Newell, jointly and each of them severally, his or her true and lawful attorney‐in‐fact and agent, with full power of substitution and re‐substitution, for him or her and in his or her name, place, and stea

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 06, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

Sixth Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement dated February 10, 2023, by and between Equity Bancshares, Inc and ServisFirst Bank

Exhibit 10.1 SIXTH AMENDMENT TO LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT THIS SIXTH AMENDMENT TO LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made and dated as of February 10, 2023, between EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., a Kansas corporation (the “Borrower”), and SERVISFIRST BANK, an Alabama banking corporation (the “Lender”). R E C I T A L S A. Borrower and Lender are parties to that certain Loan and Security

EQBK / Equity BancShares Inc / FJ Capital Management LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2 ) * Equity Bancshares Inc. (EQBK) (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 29460X109 (CUSIP Number) 12/31/2022 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which thi

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 25, 2023 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Forward Looking Statements

Forward Looking Statements Our Company Q4 2022 Financial Highlights Net Income Walk Solar Tax Credit Investment Impact Revenue Trends Net Interest Income Yield / Cost Components Performance Metrics Strong Core Deposit Franchise Asset Quality Trends – Annual Asset Quality Trends - Quarterly Diversified Loan Portfolio Allowance for Credit Loss (ACL) Investment Portfolio Strategy Tangible Book Value

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter Results, Strong Organic Loan Growth, and Improved Asset Quality Metrics Record full year income of $57.7 million; Net interest income of $42.0 million; Continued NIM expansion; and Ratio of Non-performin

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter Results, Strong Organic Loan Growth, and Improved Asset Quality Metrics Record full year income of $57.7 million; Net interest income of $42.0 million; Continued NIM expansion; and Ratio of Non-performing Assets to Assets falls to 37 basis points WICHITA, Kansas, January 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Eq

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 14, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Executive Deferred Compensation Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Equity Bancshares, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on November 8, 2022).

Exhibit 10.1 EQUITY BANK EXECUTIVE DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN RECITALS This Executive Deferred Compensation Plan (the ?Plan?) is adopted by Equity Bank (the ?Bank?), a Kansas banking corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (the ?Parent?), for the benefit of a select group of the Bank's management or highly compensated employees. The purpose of the Plan is to provide a de

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES

Our Company Committed to our Entrepreneurial Spirit Equity Bancshares, Inc. NASDAQ: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 - 2007 Brad Elliott, current Chairman and CEO, founded Equity Bancshares, Inc. in 2002. Completed 5 branch or whole bank acquisitions Opened 2 bra

Third Quarter 2022 Earnings Presentation 10/19/2022 Exhibit 99.2 Forward Looking Statements This presentation contains ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of the management of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (?E

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 18, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results, Continued Organic Growth Company saw 3.5% linked quarter revenue growth led by expanding Net Interest Margin, with a 19.7% reduction in total nonperforming assets

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE ? 10/18/2022 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results, Continued Organic Growth Company saw 3.5% linked quarter revenue growth led by expanding Net Interest Margin, with a 19.7% reduction in total nonperforming assets WICHITA, Kansas, October 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) ? Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK), (?Equity?, ?the Company?,

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces 25% Increase of Quarterly Cash Dividend on Common Stock

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE ? 09/20/2022 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Announces 25% Increase of Quarterly Cash Dividend on Common Stock WICHITA, Kansas (September 20, 2022) ? The Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK) Board of Directors (?Board?) announced it has increased its quarterly cash dividend to its stockholders by 25%. The quarterly dividend of $0.10 per common share of

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 20, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiza

EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. 7701 East Kellogg Drive, Suite 300 Wichita, Kansas 67207 August 25, 2022

EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. 7701 East Kellogg Drive, Suite 300 Wichita, Kansas 67207 August 25, 2022 VIA EDGAR Tonya K. Aldave Office of Finance Division of Corporation Finance Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Equity Bancshares, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-3 File No. 333-267025 Request for Acceleration of Effectiveness Dear Ms. Aldave: Referenc

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 23, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 23, 2022 Registration No.

Form of Subordinated Indenture

Exhibit 4.5 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. INDENTURE Dated as of , 20 SUBORDINATED DEBT SECURITIES TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE ONE DEFINITIONS AND OTHER PROVISIONS OF GENERAL APPLICATION 1 SECTION 101. Definitions 1 SECTION 102. Compliance Certificates and Opinions 8 SECTION 103. Form of Documents Delivered to Trustee 8 SECTION 104. Acts of Holders 9 SECTION 105. Notices, etc. 10 SECTION 106. Notice t

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Equity Bancshares, Inc.

Form of Senior Indenture

Exhibit 4.4 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. INDENTURE Dated as of , 20 SENIOR DEBT SECURITIES TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE ONE DEFINITIONS AND OTHER PROVISIONS OF GENERAL APPLICATION 1 SECTION 101. Definitions 1 SECTION 102. Compliance Certificates and Opinions 7 SECTION 103. Form of Documents Delivered to Trustee 8 SECTION 104. Acts of Holders 8 SECTION 105. Notices, etc. 9 SECTION 106. Notice to Holde

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 2, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

Our Company 3 Committed to our Entrepreneurial Spirit Equity Bancshares, Inc. NASDAQ: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 - 2007 Brad Elliott, current Chairman and CEO, founded Equity Bancshares, Inc. in 2002. Closed 5 branch or whole bank acquisitions Opened 2 bran

KBW Community Bank Investor Conference Exhibit 99.1 Forward Looking Statements This press release contains ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Equity?s management with respect to, among other things,

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 19, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results, Continued Organic Growth Company saw NIM expansion, organic growth in the loan portfolio and noninterest income, with well managed operating expenses

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE ? 7/19/2022 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results, Continued Organic Growth Company saw NIM expansion, organic growth in the loan portfolio and noninterest income, with well managed operating expenses WICHITA, Kansas, July 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) ? Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK), (?Equity?, ?the Company?, ?we,? ?us,? ?ou

Our Company 3 Committed to our Entrepreneurial Spirit Equity Bancshares, Inc. NASDAQ: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 - 2007 Brad Elliott, current Chairman and CEO, founded Equity Bancshares, Inc. in 2002. Closed 5 branch or whole bank acquisitions Opened 2 bran

Second Quarter Earnings Presentation 7/20/2022 Exhibit 99.2 Forward Looking Statements This press release contains ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Equity?s management with respect to, among other

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 17, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 14, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Agenda 3

Analyst Day Presentation June 14, 2022 Exhibit 99.1 Forward Looking Statements This press release contains ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Equity?s management with respect to, among other things,

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 19, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

Our Value Proposition 3 Market Diversification and Strategy for Growth Experienced and Invested Management Team Conservative Credit Culture and Effective Risk Management and Mitigation Robust Funding Capacity, Anchored by a Diverse, Low-Cost Deposit

Investor Presentation May 19, 2022 Exhibit 99.1 Forward Looking Statements This press release contains ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Equity?s management with respect to, among other things, futu

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 16, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 16, 2022 Registration No.

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Table Form S-8 (Form type) Equity Bancshares, Inc.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, IN

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 26, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

Our Company 3 Committed to our Entrepreneurial Spirit Equity Bancshares, Inc. NASDAQ: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 - 2007 Brad Elliott, current Chairman and CEO, founded Equity Bancshares, Inc. in 2002. Closed 5 branch or whole bank acquisitions Opened 2 bran

First Quarter Earnings Presentation April 20, 2022 Exhibit 99.2 Forward Looking Statements This press release contains ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Equity?s management with respect to, among ot

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 19, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports First Quarter Results, Continued Organic Growth Company’s expanding banking franchise earns net income of $15.7 million, sustains momentum following fourth quarter acquisitions

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE – 4/19/2022 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Reports First Quarter Results, Continued Organic Growth Company’s expanding banking franchise earns net income of $15.7 million, sustains momentum following fourth quarter acquisitions WICHITA, Kansas, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK), (“Equity”, “the Company”, “we”, “us”,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEFA14A 1 d325318ddefa14a.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 21, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEF 14A 1 d315298ddef14a.htm DEF 14A Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Com

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEFA14A 1 d315298ddefa14a.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (E

List of Subsidiaries of Equity Bancshares, Inc.

Exhibit 21.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES Name of Subsidiary State of Organization EBHQ, LLC. EBAC, LLC Kansas Kansas Equity Bank Kansas FCB Capital Trust II Delaware FCB Capital Trust III Delaware Community First (AR) Statutory Trust I American State Bank Statutory Trust I Connecticut Delaware SA Holdings, Inc. Kansas 1

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below does hereby constitute and appoint Brad S. Elliott, Gregory H. Kossover and Eric R. Newell, jointly and each of them severally, his or her true and lawful attorney?in?fact and agent, with full power of substitution and re?substitution, for him or her and in his or her name, place, and stea

Description of Registrant’s Securities

Exhibit 4.2 DESCRIPTION OF REGISTRANT?S SECURITIES As of December 31, 2021, Equity Bancshares, Inc. (the ?Company,? ?we,? or ?our?) had one class of securities, our Class A Voting Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (?Class A common stock?), registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the ?Exchange Act?). DESCRIPTION OF COMMON STOCK General We are incorporat

Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated November 5, 2021, between Equity Bank, Equity Bancshares, Inc. and Brad S. Elliott (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to Equity Bancshares, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, filed with the SEC on March 9, 2022).

Exhibit 10.4 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into this 5th day of November, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the ?Bank?), and Brad S. Elliott (?Executive?). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (?Parent?), is joining in this Agreement for the limited purpos

Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated November 1, 2021, among Equity Bank, Equity Bancshares, Inc. and Gregory H. Kossover. Exhibit is being refiled to include a corrected Appendix A to the agreement which inadvertently omitted certain information from the original filing

Exhibit 10.5 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into this 31st day of October, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the ?Bank?), and Gregory Kossover (?Executive?). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (?Parent?), is joining in this Agreement for the limited purpo

Fifth Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement, dated February 11, 2022, by and between Equity Bancshares, Inc. and ServisFirst Bank (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to Equity Bancshares, Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the SEC on February 18, 2022).

EXHIBIT 10.1 FIFTH AMENDMENT TO LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT THIS FIFTH AMENDMENT TO LOAN AND SECURITY AGREEMENT (this ?Amendment?) is made and dated as of February 11, 2022, between EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC., a Kansas corporation (the ?Borrower?), and SERVISFIRST BANK, an Alabama banking corporation (the ?Lender?). R E C I T A L S A.Borrower and Lender are parties to that certain Loan and Security A

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 18, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizat

EQBK / Equity BancShares Inc / FJ Capital Management LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1 ) * Equity Bancshares Inc. (EQBK) (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 29460X109 (CUSIP Number) 12/31/2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which thi

EQBK / Equity BancShares Inc / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 1)* Name of issuer: Equity Bancshares Inc. Class A Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 29460X109 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2021 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule

EQBK / Equity BancShares Inc / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1 )* Equity Bancshares Inc (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 29460X109 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this

Our Company 3 Committed to our Entrepreneurial Spirit Equity Bancshares, Inc. NASDAQ: EQBK Start-Up: 2002 - 2007 Brad Elliott, current Chairman and CEO, founded Equity Bancshares, Inc. in 2002. Closed 5 branch or whole bank acquisitions Opened 2 bran

Fourth Quarter Earnings Presentation January 26, 2022 Exhibit 99.2 Forward Looking Statements This press release contains ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Equity?s management with respect to, among

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Results Include Strong Organic Growth While Expanding Kansas Franchise Company’s fourth quarter includes full quarter results from American State Bank & Trust merger, successful assumption of three branches in the St. Joseph,

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE ? 1/26/2022 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Results Include Strong Organic Growth While Expanding Kansas Franchise Company?s fourth quarter includes full quarter results from American State Bank & Trust merger, successful assumption of three branches in the St. Joseph, Missouri market WICHITA, Kansas, January 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) ? Equity Bancshares,

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 26, 2022 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 20, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizat

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 6, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Equity Bank Completes Acquisition of St. Joseph, Mo. Locations of Security Bank of Kansas City

Exhibit 99.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PRESS RELEASE - 12/6/21 Equity Bank Completes Acquisition of St. Joseph, Mo. Locations of Security Bank of Kansas City WICHITA, Kansas (December 6, 2021) ? Equity Bank, a subsidiary of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (?Equity? or the ?Company?), announced that it has completed its purchase and assumption agreement on December 3, 2021, acquiring the assets and assuming

Employment Agreement, dated November 1, 2021, among Equity Bank and Craig L. Anderson, (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to Equity Bancshares, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, filed with the SEC on November 8, 2021)

Exhibit 10.3 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into this 5th day of November, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the ?Bank?), and Craig L. Anderson (?Executive?). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (?Parent?), is joining in this Agreement for the limited purp

Employment Agreement, dated November 1, 2021, between Equity Bank, Equity Bancshares, Inc. and Gregory Kossover.

Exhibit 10.2 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into this 5th day of November, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the ?Bank?), and Gregory Kossover (?Executive?). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (?Parent?), is joining in this Agreement for the limited purpo

Employment Agreement, dated November 5, 2021, between Equity Bank, Equity Bancshares, Inc. and Brett A. Reber (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to Equity Bancshares, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, filed with the SEC on November 8, 2021

Exhibit 10.5 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into this 5th day of November, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the ?Bank?), and Brett A. Reber (?Executive?). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (?Parent?), is joining in this Agreement for the limited purpose

Amended and Restated Employment Agreement, dated November 5, 2021, between Equity Bank, Equity Bancshares, Inc. and Julie Huber (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to Equity Bancshares, Inc.’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, filed with the SEC on November 8, 2021)

Exhibit 10.4 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into this 5th day of November, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the ?Bank?), and Julie Huber (?Executive?). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (?Parent?), is joining in this Agreement for the limited purpose of

Employment Agreement, dated November 1, 2021, between Equity Bank, Equity Bancshares, Inc. and Brad S. Elliott.

Exhibit 10.1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into this 5th day of November, 2021 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Equity Bank, a Kansas banking corporation (the ?Bank?), and Brad S. Elliott (?Executive?). Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation and parent corporation of the Bank (?Parent?), is joining in this Agreement for the limited purpos

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 25, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

Equity Bank reaches agreement to sell North Central Kansas branches to United Bank & Trust Equity Bank locations in Concordia, Clyde and Belleville will become UBT branch locations in 2022

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Exhibit 99.1 PRESS RELEASE - 10/25/2021 Equity Bank reaches agreement to sell North Central Kansas branches to United Bank & Trust Equity Bank locations in Concordia, Clyde and Belleville will become UBT branch locations in 2022 WICHITA, Kansas (October 25, 2021) ? Equity Bank, a subsidiary of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK) (?Equity Bancshares?), announced today the

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Results Include Strong Organic Growth While Expanding Kansas Franchise Company’s third quarter includes loan growth, exclusive of PPP, accompanying successful integration of largest merger in Company’s history and announcement

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE - 10/19/2021 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Results Include Strong Organic Growth While Expanding Kansas Franchise Company?s third quarter includes loan growth, exclusive of PPP, accompanying successful integration of largest merger in Company?s history and announcement of the Company?s first common stock dividend WICHITA, Kansas, October 19, 2021 (GLOBE

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 19, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizati

EQBK’s Value Proposition 2

Third Quarter 2021 Results Presentation October 19, 2021 Exhibit 99.2 Disclaimers Special Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Equ

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with American State Bank & Trust Equity Bank franchise adds locations in Kansas, consolidates core and digital banking systems for customers

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE ? 10/04/2021 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with American State Bank & Trust Equity Bank franchise adds locations in Kansas, consolidates core and digital banking systems for customers WICHITA, Kansas, October 4, 2021? Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK), (?Equity,? ?we,? ?us,? ?our,? ?the Company?), the Wichita-based holding company

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 2, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizatio

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 4, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizatio

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with American State Bank & Trust Equity Bank franchise adds locations in Kansas, consolidates core and digital banking systems for customers

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE ? 09/20/2021 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Completes Merger with American State Bank & Trust Equity Bank franchise adds locations in Kansas, consolidates core and digital banking systems for customers WICHITA, Kansas, October 4, 2021? Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK), (?Equity,? ?we,? ?us,? ?our,? ?the Company?), the Wichita-based holding company

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Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE ? 09/20/2021 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Initiates Quarterly Cash Dividend on Common Stock WICHITA, Kansas (September 20, 2021) ? The Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK) Board of Directors (?Board?) announced it has initiated a quarterly cash dividend to its stockholders. The quarterly dividend of $0.08 per common share of Equity Bancshares, Inc. (

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 20, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organiza

SUBJECT COMPANY: AMERICAN STATE BANCSHARES, INC.

FILED BY EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PURSUANT TO RULE 425 UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 AND DEEMED FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 14a-12 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 SUBJECT COMPANY: AMERICAN STATE BANCSHARES, INC. COMMISSION FILE NO. FOR REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-4 FILED BY EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC.: 333-257024 The following materials are the portions of a letter sent to the customers of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 12, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 12, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizatio

Joint Filing Agreement, dated as of August 12, 2021, by and among Patriot Financial Partners III, L.P., Patriot Financial Partners GP III, L.P., Patriot Financial Partners GP III, LLC, W. Kirk Wycoff, James J. Lynch and James F. Deutsch.

CUSIP No. 29460X109 13D Page [] of [] Pages EXHIBIT 1 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT Pursuant to Rule 13d-1(k)(1) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the undersigned hereby agree that the Schedule 13D to which this Joint Filing Agreement is being filed as an exhibit shall be a joint statement filed on behalf of each of the undersigned. Date: August 12, 2021 PATRIOT FINANCIAL PARTNERS II

EQBK / Equity BancShares Inc / Patriot Financial Partners Iii, L.p. - SC 13D Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) (Amendment No. ) Equity Bancshares, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 29460X109 (CUSIP Number) Kevin J. Kooman Patriot Financial Partners III, L.P. Four R

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 12, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizatio

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number 001-37624 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC

PROPOSED MERGER—YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-257024 PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS Prospectus of Equity Bancshares, Inc. Proxy Statement of American State Bancshares, Inc. PROPOSED MERGER?YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT To Shareholders of American State Bancshares, Inc.: On May 14, 2021, Equity Bancshares, Inc., a Kansas corporation (?Equity?), Greyhound Merger Sub, Inc., a Kans

FILED BY EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC.

425 FILED BY EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PURSUANT TO RULE 425 UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 AND DEEMED FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 14a-12 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 SUBJECT COMPANY: AMERICAN STATE BANCSHARES, INC. COMMISSION FILE NO. FOR REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-4 FILED BY EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC.: 333-257024 The following is an edited transcript of a conference call hosted by Equi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 19, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 19, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 19, 2021

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 19, 2021 Registration No.

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 19, 2021 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Kansas 001-37624 72-1532188 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. 7701 East Kellogg Drive, Suite 300 Wichita, Kansas 67207 July 19, 2021

EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. 7701 East Kellogg Drive, Suite 300 Wichita, Kansas 67207 July 19, 2021 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Equity Bancshares, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-4 Filed June 11, 2021 File No. 333-257024 Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant to Rule 461 promulgated under the Securities Ac

Form of proxy of American State Bancshares, Inc.

Exhibit 99.2 AMERICAN STATE BANCSHARES, INC. SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS TO BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 Proxy Card THIS PROXY IS SOLICITED ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF AMERICAN STATE BANCSHARES, INC. The undersigned acknowledges receipt of the Notice of Special Meeting of Shareholders and the accompanying Proxy Statement, each dated July 19, 2021, regarding the Special Meeting of S

Disclaimers Important Additional Information The information contained herein does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities or a solicitation of any vote or approval. In connection with the proposed transact

Second Quarter 2021 Results Presentation July 19, 2021 Exhibit 99.2 Disclaimers Special Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Equit

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Second Quarter Results Include Strong Organic Loan Growth, Company to Acquire St. Joseph Bank Locations, Expanding Missouri Network Annualized organic non-PPP loan growth contributes to $1.03 per diluted share, Company will ac

Exhibit 99.1 Equity Bancshares, Inc. PRESS RELEASE - 07/19/2021 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Second Quarter Results Include Strong Organic Loan Growth, Company to Acquire St. Joseph Bank Locations, Expanding Missouri Network Annualized organic non-PPP loan growth contributes to $1.03 per diluted share, Company will acquire three Security Bank of KC branch locations in St. Joseph, Missouri WICHITA, Kans

EQBK / Equity BancShares Inc / FJ Capital Management LLC Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) * Equity Bancshares Inc. (EQBK) (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 29460X109 (CUSIP Number) 07/08/2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this

Powers of Attorney (included on signature page of this proxy statement/prospectus).

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 11, 2021 Registration No.

Consent of D.A. Davidson

EX-99.1 6 d166974dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 June 11, 2021 Consent of D.A. Davidson & Co.: We hereby consent to the inclusion of our opinion letter to the Board of Directors of American State Bancshares, Inc. (the “Company”) as an Appendix to the Proxy Statement/Prospectus relating to the Company’s proposed merger with Equity Bancshares, Inc. contained in the Registration Statement on Form S-4

FILED BY EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC.

FILED BY EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PURSUANT TO RULE 425 UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 AND DEEMED FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 14a-12 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 SUBJECT COMPANY: AMERICAN STATE BANCSHARES, INC. EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. COMMISSION FILE NO. 001-37624 The following is an edited transcript of a conference call hosted by Equity Bancshares, Inc. (?Equity?) on May 17, 2021, which

Equity Bancshares, Inc. Teams Up with American State Bank & Trust, Strengthens Kansas Presence, Adds Locations, Expertise and Resources to Network

EX-99.1 5 d116927dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 EQUITY BANCSHARES, INC. PRESS RELEASE - 05/17/2021 Equity Bancshares, Inc. Teams Up with American State Bank & Trust, Strengthens Kansas Presence, Adds Locations, Expertise and Resources to Network WICHITA, Kansas (May 17, 2021) – Equity Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQBK) (“Equity” or the “Company”), parent company of Equity Bank, announced today the e