Backlund Investment Co

​Better Banks is a community-focused, employee-owned bank headquartered in Central Illinois, with a legacy dating back to 1898. Originally established as Dunlap Bank, it has grown to serve nine communities, including Peoria, Morton, Chillicothe, Bartonville, Wyoming, Astoria, Glasford, and Mapleton.

Despite its expansion, Better Banks remains committed to its founding philosophy: to be a strong, locally owned bank offering efficient, convenient, and friendly service. As an employee-owned institution, it fosters a culture of teamwork and community involvement, ensuring that decisions are made in the best interest of the customers and neighborhoods it serves.