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Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.
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SEC Filings
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August 6, 2025 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ☑ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell F

July 28, 2025 EX-99.2

July 28, 2025 Second Quarter 2025 Investor Presentation Forward Looking Statement Important note regarding forward-looking statements: Statements made in this presentation which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, as defined in

a2q2025bwfginvestorprese July 28, 2025 Second Quarter 2025 Investor Presentation Forward Looking Statement Important note regarding forward-looking statements: Statements made in this presentation which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

July 28, 2025 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended June 30, 2025 March 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 September 30, 2024 June 30, 2024 ACL-Loans: Balance at beginning of period $ 29,485 $ 29,007 $ 27,752 $ 36,083 $ 27,991 Charge-offs: Residential real estate — — — — (9) Commercial r

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER, DECLARES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – July 28, 2025 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 28, 2025 8-K

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 28, 2025 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (E

e 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 28, 2025 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fil

May 21, 2025 8-K

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 21, 2025 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Ex

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 21, 2025 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 7, 2025 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ☑ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

April 23, 2025 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 September 30, 2024 June 30, 2024 March 31, 2024 ACL-Loans: Balance at beginning of period $ 29,007 $ 27,752 $ 36,083 $ 27,991 $ 27,946 Charge-offs: Residential real estate — — — (9) (132) Commerc

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE FIRST QUARTER, DECLARES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – April 23, 2025 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 23, 2025 EX-99.2

April 24, 2025 First Quarter 2025 Investor Presentation Forward Looking Statement Important note regarding forward-looking statements: Statements made in this presentation which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, as defined in

April 24, 2025 First Quarter 2025 Investor Presentation Forward Looking Statement Important note regarding forward-looking statements: Statements made in this presentation which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

April 23, 2025 8-K

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

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, 2025 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 8, 2025 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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 INFORMATION 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)(

April 8, 2025 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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 INFORMATION 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)(

March 5, 2025 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Finan

March 5, 2025 EX-19

Insider Trading Policy

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. Insider Trading Policy I. Purpose It is a violation of the policy of Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”) and the federal securities laws for any officer, director or employee of the Company to (a) trade in securities of the Company while aware of “material nonpublic information” concerning the Company or (b) communicate, “tip” or disclose material nonpubli

February 3, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

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 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

January 22, 2025 8-K

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, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

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 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

January 22, 2025 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended December 31, 2024 September 30, 2024 June 30, 2024 March 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 ACL-Loans: Balance at beginning of period $ 27,752 $ 36,083 $ 27,991 $ 27,946 $ 29,284 Charge-offs: Residential real estate — — (9) (132) — Comm

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE FOURTH QUARTER, DECLARES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – January 22, 2025 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 22, 2025 EX-99.2

January 22, 2025 Fourth Quarter 2024 Investor Presentation Important note regarding forward-looking statements: Statements made in this presentation which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, as defined in the Private Securities

January 22, 2025 Fourth Quarter 2024 Investor Presentation Important note regarding forward-looking statements: Statements made in this presentation which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

December 23, 2024 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 23, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission F

December 23, 2024 EX-99.3

Amendment to February 5, 2020 Agreement

Amendment to February 5, 2020 Agreement This Amendment is made and entered into as of December 19 , 2024 (the “Effective Date”) by and among Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

December 23, 2024 EX-1

Transactions in the Shares in the Past 60 days Entity Transaction Date Shares Cost Per Share SAL1 10/31/2024 11,220 35,459.17 29.06 SIP1 10/31/2024 877 25,495.33 29.07 SIPII1 10/31/2024 11,158 33,658.16 29.07 LSBK1 10/31/2024 717 20,847.77 29.08 Broa

EXHIBIT 1 Transactions in the Shares in the Past 60 days Entity Transaction Date Shares Cost Per Share SAL1 10/31/2024 11,220 35,459.

December 23, 2024 EX-10.1

December 19, 2024 Amended Agreement

Amendment to February 5, 2020 Agreement This Amendment is made and entered into as of December 19 , 2024 (the “Effective Date”) by and among Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

November 6, 2024 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ☑ 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: 001-36448 Bankw

October 28, 2024 8-K

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

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 28, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

October 28, 2024 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended September 30, 2024 June 30, 2024 March 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 September 30, 2023 ACL-Loans: Balance at beginning of period $ 36,083 $ 27,991 $ 27,946 $ 29,284 $ 30,694 Charge-offs: Residential real estate — (9) (132) — — Com

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER, DECLARES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND, AND ANNOUNCES SHARE REPURCHASE PLAN New Canaan, CT – October 28, 2024 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

October 28, 2024 EX-99.2

October 28, 2024 Third Quarter 2024 Investor Presentation Important note regarding forward-looking statements: Statements made in this presentation which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, as defined in the Private Securities L

October 28, 2024 Third Quarter 2024 Investor Presentation Important note regarding forward-looking statements: Statements made in this presentation which are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

October 11, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

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 11, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

August 8, 2024 10-Q/A

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

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q/A (Mark One) ☑ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

August 7, 2024 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ☑ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell F

July 25, 2024 EX-3.2

Financial Group, Inc. Amended and

1 64700943 v2 AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS OF BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I Offices......................................................................................................................... 3 Section 1. Location. .................................................................................................................... 3 ARTICLE II Shareholders'

July 25, 2024 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 24, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

July 24, 2024 8-K

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 24, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (E

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 24, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

July 24, 2024 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2024 March 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 June 30, 2023 June 30, 2024 June 30, 2023 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 43,060 $ 43,325 $ 44,122 $ 42,482 $ 86,385 $ 82,205 Inte

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER AND DECLARES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – July 24, 2024 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 24, 2024 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 2Q24 Investor Presentation July 24, 2024 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statements

a2q2024bwfginvestorprese BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 2Q24 Investor Presentation July 24, 2024 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 2, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

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, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 29, 2024 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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 29, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 8, 2024 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ☑ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

April 24, 2024 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 1Q24 Investor Presentation April 24th, 2024 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statemen

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 1Q24 Investor Presentation April 24th, 2024 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 24, 2024 8-K

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

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 24, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 24, 2024 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2024 December 31, 2023 March 31, 2023 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 43,325 $ 44,122 $ 39,723 Interest and dividends on securities 1,130 1,108 1,000 Interest on cash and cash equivalents 3,82

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE FIRST QUARTER AND DECLARES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – April 24, 2024 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 16, 2024 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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 INFORMATION 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)(

April 16, 2024 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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 INFORMATION 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)(

March 12, 2024 EX-97

Clawback Policy

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. CLAWBACK POLICY Introduction The Board of Directors of the Company (the "Board") of Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”) believes that it is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders to create and maintain a culture that emphasizes integrity and accountability and that reinforces the Company's pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. The

March 12, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Finan

February 21, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

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 15, 2024 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission F

January 26, 2024 8-K

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

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 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

January 24, 2024 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 4Q23 Investor Presentation January 24th, 2024 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statem

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 4Q23 Investor Presentation January 24th, 2024 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 24, 2024 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Year Ended December 31, 2023 September 30, 2023 June 30, 2023 March 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 44,122 $ 43,854 $ 42,482 $ 39,7

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2023; DECLARES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – January 24, 2024 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 24, 2024 8-K

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

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 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

November 8, 2023 EX-10.1

as amended by the Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. and Affiliates Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan for Directors and Related Investment Policy Statement

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. AND AFFILIATES DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR DIRECTORS INVESTMENT POLICY STATEMENT Adopted by the Board of Directors of Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. July 30, 2014, amended on July 29, 2015, and amended and restated on September 27, 2023, effective as of January 1, 2024 This investment policy statement should be reviewed at least annually. Any change to this policy

November 8, 2023 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ☑ 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: 001-36448 Bankw

October 25, 2023 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2023 June 30, 2023 March 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 September 30, 2022 September 30, 2023 September 30, 2022 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 43,854 $ 42,482 $ 39,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER AND DECLARES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT –October 25, 2023 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

October 25, 2023 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 3Q23 Investor Presentation October 25th, 2023 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statem

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 3Q23 Investor Presentation October 25th, 2023 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

October 25, 2023 8-K

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

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, 2023 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

August 9, 2023 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ☑ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell F

July 26, 2023 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 March 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 June 30, 2022 June 30, 2023 June 30, 2022 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 42,482 $ 39,723 $ 36,545 $ 25,141 $ 82,205 $ 46,569 Inte

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER AND DECLARES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – July 26, 2023 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 26, 2023 8-K

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 26, 2023 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (E

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 26, 2023 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

July 26, 2023 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 2Q23 Investor Presentation July 26th, 2023 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statement

a2q2023bwfginvestorprese BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 2Q23 Investor Presentation July 26th, 2023 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

May 31, 2023 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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 31, 2023 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 10, 2023 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ☑ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

April 26, 2023 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 1Q23 Investor Presentation April 26th, 2023 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statemen

a1q2023bwfginvestorprese BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 1Q23 Investor Presentation April 26th, 2023 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 26, 2023 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2023 December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 39,723 $ 36,545 $ 21,428 Interest and dividends on securities 1,000 898 720 Interest on cash and cash equivalents 3,568 2,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE FIRST QUARTER AND DECLARES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – April 26, 2023 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 26, 2023 8-K

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

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, 2023 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 19, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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 INFORMATION 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)(

April 19, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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 INFORMATION 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)(

March 9, 2023 8-K

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 9, 2023 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (E

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 9, 2023 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

March 8, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Finan

March 8, 2023 EX-10.18

Employment Agreement of Courtney E. Sacchetti

employmentagreement-cour EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of November, 2022 effective January 1, 2023 by and among COURTNEY E.

January 25, 2023 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 September 30, 2022 June 30, 2022 March 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 36,545 $ 28,128 $ 25,141 $ 21,4

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD LOAN GROWTH FOR THE FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2022; DECLARES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – January 25, 2023 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 25, 2023 8-K

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

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 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

January 25, 2023 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 4Q22 Investor Presentation January 25th, 2023 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statem

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 4Q22 Investor Presentation January 25th, 2023 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

November 8, 2022 EX-99.1

Bankwell Announces New CFO New Canaan, Conn- Courtney E. Sacchetti has been appointed to Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at Bankwell, effective January 1, 2023, announced Christopher R. Gruseke, President and CEO of Bankwell and its

Bankwell Announces New CFO New Canaan, Conn- Courtney E. Sacchetti has been appointed to Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at Bankwell, effective January 1, 2023, announced Christopher R. Gruseke, President and CEO of Bankwell and its parent company, Bankwell Financial Group. In her new capacity, Ms. Sacchetti will join Bankwell?s Executive Team and report to Mr. Gruseke. Ms. Sacch

November 8, 2022 8-K

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

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): November 8, 2022 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

November 7, 2022 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ? 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: 001-36448 Bankw

October 26, 2022 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2022 June 30, 2022 March 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 September 30, 2021 September 30, 2022 September 30, 2021 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 28,128 $ 25,141 $ 21,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS STRONG OPERATING RESULTS ON RECORD LOAN GROWTH FOR THE THIRD QUARTER; DECLARES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT ? October 26, 2022 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

October 26, 2022 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 3Q22 Investor Presentation October 26th, 2022 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statem

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 3Q22 Investor Presentation October 26th, 2022 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

October 26, 2022 8-K

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

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 26, 2022 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

October 6, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

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 6, 2022 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fil

August 19, 2022 EX-10.2

Form of Subordinated Note Purchase Agreement dated August 19, 202

010-9421-7257/4/AMERICAS SUBORDINATED NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT This SUBORDINATED NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is dated as of August 19, 2022 and is made by and among BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

August 19, 2022 8-K

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

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 19, 2022 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fil

August 19, 2022 EX-10.1

Form of 6.0% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Note due 2032.

A-1 62953727 v1 010-9415-3624/4/AMERICAS EXHIBIT A FORM OF SUBORDINATED NOTE BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

August 8, 2022 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ? 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: 001-36448 Bankwell F

August 8, 2022 EX-10.2

First Amendment to Agreement dated as of July 30, 2022, amending Agreement dated as of February 5, 2020 by and among Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. and Lawrence B. Seidman

FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT This First Amendment to Agreement (this ?Amendment?), is made as of July 30, 2022, by and among Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 27, 2022 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 March 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 June 30, 2021 June 30, 2022 June 30, 2021 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 25,141 $ 21,428 $ 21,081 $ 19,266 $ 46,569 $ 37,166 Inte

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD NET INCOME FOR THE SECOND QUARTER; GROSS LOANS SURPASS $2 BILLION; AND DECLARES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT ? July 27, 2022 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 27, 2022 8-K

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

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 27, 2022 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

July 27, 2022 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 2Q22 Investor Presentation July 27th, 2022 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statement

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 2Q22 Investor Presentation July 27th, 2022 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

May 27, 2022 EX-10

2022 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. Stock Plan

Exhibit 10 2022 BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. STOCK PLAN ARTICLE I PURPOSE Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. is a dynamic and growing bank holding company that wishes to continue to (i) promote a close identity between the interests of its shareholders and management and (ii) attract and retain employees and directors and provide equity incentives for their efforts. In furtherance thereof, the 2022

May 27, 2022 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 27, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 27, 2022 Registration No.

May 27, 2022 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fees

EX-FILING FEES 2 bwfgs-8filingfeeexhibit.htm EX-FILING FEES Exhibit 107 CALCULATION OF FILING FEE TABLES FORM S-8 (form type) BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount to be Registered(1) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Share Proposed Maximum Aggregate

May 25, 2022 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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 25, 2022 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 6, 2022 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ? 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

April 27, 2022 8-K

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

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 27, 2022 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 27, 2022 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 1Q22 Investor Presentation April 27th, 2022 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statemen

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 1Q22 Investor Presentation April 27th, 2022 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 27, 2022 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 March 31, 2021 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 21,428 $ 21,081 $ 17,900 Interest and dividends on securities 720 722 769 Interest on cash and cash equivalents 154 90 108

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD NET INCOME FOR THE FIRST QUARTER; DECLARES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT ? April 27, 2022 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 15, 2022 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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 INFORMATION 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)(

April 15, 2022 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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 INFORMATION 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)(

March 8, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUA

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Finan

January 26, 2022 8-K

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

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 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

January 26, 2022 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Year Ended December 31, 2021 September 30, 2021 June 30, 2021 March 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 21,081 $ 19,795 $ 19,266 $ 17,9

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD NET INCOME FOR THE FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2021; INCREASES DIVIDEND BY 11%; PROVIDES GUIDANCE FOR 2022 New Canaan, CT ? January 26, 2022 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 26, 2022 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 4Q21 Investor Presentation January 26th, 2022 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statem

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 4Q21 Investor Presentation January 26th, 2022 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

November 8, 2021 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ? 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: 001-36448 Bankw

October 27, 2021 EX-99.2

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 3Q21 Investor Presentation October 27th, 2021 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statem

BWFG | LISTED | NASDAQ 3Q21 Investor Presentation October 27th, 2021 2 BWFG LISTED NASDAQ BWFG LISTED NASDAQ This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

October 27, 2021 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2021 June 30, 2021 March 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 September 30, 2020 September 30, 2021 September 30, 2020 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 19,795 $ 19,266 $ 17,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD NET INCOME FOR THE THIRD QUARTER; DECLARES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND; AND AUTHORIZES AN ADDITIONAL 200 THOUSAND SHARES FOR ITS SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAM New Canaan, CT ? October 27, 2021 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

October 27, 2021 8-K

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

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 27, 2021 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

October 18, 2021 8-K

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, Other Events

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 14, 2021 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

October 18, 2021 EX-10.1

Form of Subordinated Note Purchase Agreement, dated October 14, 2021

Exhibit 10.1 FORM OF SUBORDINATED NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT This SUBORDINATED NOTE PURCHASE AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is dated as of October 14, 2021 and is made by and between BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC., a Connecticut corporation (the ?Company?), and each purchaser of the Subordinated Note (as defined herein) identified on the signature page hereto (each a ?Purchaser? and collectively, the ?

October 18, 2021 EX-4.1

Form of 3.25% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Subordinated Note due 2031

Exhibit 4.1 FORM OF SUBORDINATED NOTE BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. 3.25% FIXED-TO-FLOATING RATE SUBORDINATED NOTE DUE OCTOBER 15, 2031 THE INDEBTEDNESS EVIDENCED BY THIS SUBORDINATED NOTE IS SUBORDINATED AND JUNIOR IN RIGHT OF PAYMENT TO SENIOR INDEBTEDNESS (AS DEFINED IN SECTION 3 OF THIS SUBORDINATED NOTE) OF BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. (THE ?COMPANY?), INCLUDING OBLIGATIONS OF THE COMPANY

August 6, 2021 10-Q

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 (Mark One) ? 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: 001-36448 Bankwell F

July 28, 2021 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 2Q21 Investor Presentation 2 Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipat

Bankwell Financial Group 2Q21 Investor Presentation 2 Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 28, 2021 8-K

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

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 28, 2021 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

July 28, 2021 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 March 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 June 30, 2020 June 30, 2021 June 30, 2020 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 19,266 $ 17,900 $ 18,194 $ 18,459 $ 37,166 $ 37,444 Inte

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER; INCREASES DIVIDEND BY 29% New Canaan, CT ? July 28, 2021 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

May 27, 2021 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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 26, 2021 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 7, 2021 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

April 28, 2021 8-K

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

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 28, 2021 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 28, 2021 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2021 December 31, 2020 March 31, 2020 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 17,900 $ 18,194 $ 18,985 Interest and dividends on securities 769 835 825 Interest on cash and cash equivalents 108 117 28

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS STRONG OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE FIRST QUARTER; DECLARES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT ? April 28, 2021 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 28, 2021 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 1Q21 Investor Presentation 2 Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipat

Bankwell Financial Group 1Q21 Investor Presentation 2 Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 14, 2021 DEFA14A

- DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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)(

April 14, 2021 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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)(

March 16, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 16, 2021 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

March 16, 2021 EX-99.1

Bankwell Financial Group Virtual Russell Micro Cap Field Trip March 18th, 2021 2 Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statements include sta

virtualrussellmicrocapfi Bankwell Financial Group Virtual Russell Micro Cap Field Trip March 18th, 2021 2 Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

March 10, 2021 EX-10.15

2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. Long-Term Incentive Plan

2018 BWFG, INC. LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN 1.Purpose. This 2018 BWFG, Inc. Long-Term Incentive Plan is an administrative addendum to the 2012 BNC Financial Group, Inc. Stock Plan (the ?Plan?), which was approved by the shareholders of the Company on or about September 19, 2012 (the ?Effective Date?). This addendum sets forth the terms and conditions applicable to Restricted Awards granted under the

March 10, 2021 10-K

Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Finan

March 10, 2021 EX-10.14

Employment Agreement of Matthew McNeill

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Employment Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of February, 2020 effective March 30, 2020 by and among MATTHEW MCNEILL (the "Executive") on the one side, and BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

February 9, 2021 SC 13G/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 01)* Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) (CUSIP Numb

Schedule 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 01)* Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 06654A103 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2020 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule p

January 27, 2021 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Year Ended December 31, 2020 September 30, 2020 June 30, 2020 March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 December 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 18,194 $ 18,027 $ 18,459 $ 18,9

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2020; DECLARES FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – January 27, 2021 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 27, 2021 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 4Q20 Investor Presentation 2 Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipat

a4q2020bwfginvestorprese Bankwell Financial Group 4Q20 Investor Presentation 2 Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 27, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events - 8-K

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 27, 2021 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

December 30, 2020 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Costs Associated with Exit or Disposal Activities, Other Events - 8-K

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 24, 2020 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission F

December 30, 2020 EX-99.1

Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. Announces Resumption of Share Repurchase Program and One-Time Charges Associated with Expense Reduction Initiatives

Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. Announces Resumption of Share Repurchase Program and One-Time Charges Associated with Expense Reduction Initiatives New Canaan, CT – December 30, 2020 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG) (the “Company”) announced today that it will resume its previously authorized share repurchase program. Under the existing program, the Company may repurchase an addition

November 4, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2020 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: 001-36448 Bankw

October 28, 2020 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 3Q20 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated

a3q2020bwfginvestorprese Bankwell Financial Group 3Q20 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

October 28, 2020 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2020 June 30, 2020 March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 September 30, 2019 September 30, 2020 September 30, 2019 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 18,027 $ 18,459 $ 18,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER WITH STRONG CORE DEPOSIT GROWTH New Canaan, CT – October 28, 2020 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

October 28, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events - 8-K

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 28, 2020 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

August 12, 2020 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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, 2020 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fil

August 10, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2020 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: 001-36448 Bankwell F

July 28, 2020 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 2Q20 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated

a2q2020bwfginvestorprese Bankwell Financial Group 2Q20 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 28, 2020 EX-99.1

For the Quarter Ended For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 June 30, 2019 June 30, 2020 June 30, 2019 Interest and dividend income Interest and fees on loans $ 18,459 $ 18,985 $ 18,648 $ 19,540 $ 37,444 $ 39,636 Inte

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER, CONTINUED RESERVE BUILD AND MAINTAINS QUARTERLY DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – July 28, 2020 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 28, 2020 8-K

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

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 28, 2020 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

May 19, 2020 DEFA14A

- DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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)(

May 11, 2020 10-Q

Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 or o 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

April 30, 2020 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 1Q20 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated

a1q2020bwfginvestorprese Bankwell Financial Group 1Q20 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 30, 2020 8-K

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

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 29, 2020 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 30, 2020 EX-99.1

March 31, 2020

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE FIRST QUARTER, RESERVE BUILD AND MAINTAINS QUARTERLY DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – April 29, 2020 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

April 15, 2020 DEFA14A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. DEFA14A - - DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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)(

April 15, 2020 DEF 14A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. DEF 14A - - DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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)(

February 28, 2020 10-K

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. 10-K - Annual Report - 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Finan

February 28, 2020 EX-4.1

Description of the Registrant's Common Stock

Exhibit 4.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc., a Connecticut corporation (the “Company”), has the following classes of securities registered pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. DESCRIPTION OF COMMON STOCK The following description of the Company’s

February 28, 2020 EX-10.19

Agreement dated February 5, 2020 between Lawrence B. Seidman and Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

agreementreseidmandirect AGREEMENT This AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of February 5, 2020 (the “Effective Date”), by and among Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

February 12, 2020 SC 13G/A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / BANC FUNDS CO LLC - NONE Passive Investment

Schedule 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 01)* Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 06654A103 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2019 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule p

February 7, 2020 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 7, 2020 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

February 7, 2020 EX-10.1

AGREEMENT This AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of February 5, 2020 (the “Effective Date”), by and among Bankwell Financial Group, Inc., a Connecticut corporation (the “Company”), and Lawrence B. Seidman, an individual (“Seidma

agreementreseidmandir2b8 AGREEMENT This AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of February 5, 2020 (the “Effective Date”), by and among Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

February 6, 2020 SC 13D/A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / SEIDMAN LAWRENCE B - BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. SCHEDULE 13D AMENDMENT NO. 4 Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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.

January 27, 2020 8-K

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

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 27, 2020 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

January 27, 2020 EX-99.1

December 31, 2019

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE FOURTH QUARTER AND DECLARES AN INCREASE TO THE FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – January 27, 2020 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 27, 2020 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 4Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company”). Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated

a4q2019investorpresentat Bankwell Financial Group 4Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 15, 2020 EX-99.1

Bankwell Financial Group Analyst Meeting January 15th, 2020 All 2019 numbers, metrics and related references are unaudited Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (the “Company

a2019january15thanalystm Bankwell Financial Group Analyst Meeting January 15th, 2020 All 2019 numbers, metrics and related references are unaudited Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 15, 2020 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 15, 2020 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

November 1, 2019 10-Q

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2019 or o 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: 001-36448 Bankw

October 31, 2019 EX-99.1

Bankwell Financial Group 3Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

a3q2019investorpresentat Bankwell Financial Group 3Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

October 31, 2019 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 31, 2019 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

October 30, 2019 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 3Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

a3q2019investorpresentat Bankwell Financial Group 3Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

October 30, 2019 8-K

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

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 30, 2019 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

October 30, 2019 EX-99.1

September 30, 2019

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS OPERATING RESULTS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER AND DECLARES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – October 30, 2019 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 31, 2019 10-Q

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. 10-Q - Quarterly Report - 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2019 or o 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: 001-36448 Bankwell F

July 30, 2019 EX-99.1

June 30, 2019

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD QUARTERLY NET INCOME OF $5.6 MILLION OR $0.71 PER SHARE FOR THE SECOND QUARTER AND DECLARES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – July 30, 2019 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG) reported GAAP net income of $5.6 million or $0.71 per share for the second quarter of 2019, versus $4.7 million or $0.60 per share for the same period in 2018. The Co

July 30, 2019 8-K

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

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 30, 2019 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

July 30, 2019 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 2Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

a2q2019investorpresentat Bankwell Financial Group 2Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

May 30, 2019 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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 29, 2019 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 29, 2019 8-K

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

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 29, 2019 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 29, 2019 EX-99.1

DeWyngaert Will Retire as EVP, Chief Lending Officer at Bankwell

DeWyngaert Will Retire as EVP, Chief Lending Officer at Bankwell NEW CANNAN, Conn.

May 7, 2019 10-Q

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. 10-Q Quarterly Report 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2019 o 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Fin

April 24, 2019 8-K

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

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 24, 2019 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 24, 2019 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group 1Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

ex992q12019investorprese Bankwell Financial Group 1Q19 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

April 24, 2019 EX-99.1

March 31, 2019

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD QUARTERLY NET INCOME OF $5.1 MILLION OR $0.65 PER SHARE FOR THE FIRST QUARTER AND DECLARES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – April 24, 2019 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG) reported GAAP net income of $5.1 million or $0.65 per share for the first quarter of 2019, versus $4.6 million or $0.59 per share for the same period in 2018. The Co

April 18, 2019 DEFA14A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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)(

April 18, 2019 DEF 14A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION 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)(

March 4, 2019 10-K

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. 10-K (Annual Report)

TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018 ¨ 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: 001-36448

February 12, 2019 SC 13G/A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / BANC FUNDS CO LLC - NONE Passive Investment

Schedule 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 01)* Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 06654A103 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2018 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule p

February 12, 2019 SC 13G/A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / Wellington Management Group LLP - 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. 4 )* Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 06654A103 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2018 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to wh

January 30, 2019 8-K

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

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 30, 2019 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

January 30, 2019 EX-99.1

December 31,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR OPERATING RESULTS AND DECLARES AN INCREASE TO THE FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – January 30, 2019 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

January 30, 2019 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group4Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

Bankwell Financial Group4Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

January 25, 2019 SC 13D/A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / SEIDMAN LAWRENCE B - BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. SCHEDULE 13D AMENDMENT NO. 3 Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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.

December 31, 2018 SC 13D/A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / SEIDMAN LAWRENCE B - BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. SCHEDULE 13D AMENDMENT NO. 2 Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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.

December 20, 2018 SC 13D/A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / SEIDMAN LAWRENCE B - BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. SCHEDULE 13D AMENDMENT NO. 1 Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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.

December 19, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

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 19, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission F

December 19, 2018 EX-99.1

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP ANNOUNCES THE ADOPTION OF A SHARE REPURCHASE PLAN

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP ANNOUNCES THE ADOPTION OF A SHARE REPURCHASE PLAN New Canaan, CT – December 19, 2018 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

December 13, 2018 SC 13D

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / SEIDMAN LAWRENCE B - BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. SCHEDULE 13D Activist Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 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.

November 9, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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): November 9, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

November 9, 2018 EX-99.1

Bankwell Financial Group3Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

Bankwell Financial Group3Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

November 1, 2018 10-Q

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2018 o 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

October 31, 2018 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group3Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

Bankwell Financial Group3Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

October 31, 2018 8-K

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

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 30, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

October 31, 2018 EX-99.1

September 30,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD QUARTERLY NET INCOME OF $4.9 MILLION OR $0.62 PER SHARE FOR THE THIRD QUARTER AND DECLARES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – October 30, 2018 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG) reported GAAP net income of $4.9 million or $0.62 per share for the third quarter of 2018, versus $4.3 million or $0.55 per share for the same period in 2017. The

August 7, 2018 EX-10.18

Employment Agreement of Christine Chivily

chivilyemploymentagreeme Employment Agreement This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of June 1, 2018 effective January 1, 2018 by and among Christine Chivily (the “Executive”) on the one side, and Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

August 7, 2018 10-Q

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) þ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2018 o 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Fina

August 7, 2018 EX-10.4

Employment Agreement by and among Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. and Heidi S. DeWyngaert

dewyngaertemploymentagre Employment Agreement This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of June 1, 2018 effective January 1, 2018 by and among Heidi S.

August 7, 2018 EX-10.14

Employment Agreement by and among Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. and David Dineen

dineenemploymentagreemen Employment Agreement This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of June 1, 2018 effective January 1, 2018 by and among David Dineen (the “Executive”) on the one side, and Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

August 7, 2018 EX-10.15

Employment Agreement of Penko Ivanov

ivanovemploymentagreemen Employment Agreement This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of June 1, 2018 effective January 1, 2018 by and among Penko Ivanov (the “Executive”) on the one side, and Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

July 26, 2018 EX-99.1

June 30,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD SECOND QUARTER NET INCOME OF $4.7 MILLION OR $0.60 PER SHARE AND DECLARES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – July 26, 2018 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG) reported GAAP net income of $4.7 million or $0.60 per share for the second quarter of 2018, versus $3.8 million or $0.49 per share for the same period in 2017. The Company's Board of D

July 26, 2018 8-K

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

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 26, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

July 26, 2018 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group2Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

Bankwell Financial Group2Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

July 19, 2018 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

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, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

May 31, 2018 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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 30, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 11, 2018 EX-99.1

Bankwell Financial Group1Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

Bankwell Financial Group1Q’18 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

May 11, 2018 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 11, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 10, 2018 10-Q

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2018 ¨ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Fin

May 1, 2018 8-K

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

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, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

May 1, 2018 EX-99.1

JAMES M. GARNETT, JR. APPOINTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. AND BANKWELL BANK

EX-99.1 2 ex99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 - PRESS RELEASE JAMES M. GARNETT, JR. APPOINTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. AND BANKWELL BANK New Canaan, CT – May 1, 2018 – On April 25, 2018, Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.'s (the "Company", the holding company for Bankwell Bank, the "Bank") Board of Directors elected James M. Garnett, Jr. to serve as a director of the Company and

April 30, 2018 DEF 14A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. DEF 14A

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)) ☒ Defini

April 27, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

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, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 27, 2018 EX-99.1

March 31,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS FIRST QUARTER NET INCOME OF $4.6 MILLION OR $0.59 PER SHARE, REPRESENTING 24% YEAR OVER YEAR GROWTH AND DECLARES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT – April 25, 2018 – Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG) reported GAAP net income of $4.6 million or $0.59 per share for the first quarter of 2018, versus $3.7 million or $0.48 per share for the same period

April 4, 2018 8-K

Other Events

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 4, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

March 30, 2018 10-K

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. FORM 10-K (Annual Report)

TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017 ☐ 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: 001-36448

March 16, 2018 NT 10-K

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. NONE

United States Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 Notification of Late Filing (Amendment No. 0)* OMB Number 3235-0058 SEC File Number 001-36448 CUSIP Number 06654A103 (Check one): √ Form 10-K Form 20-F Form 11-K Form 10-Q Form 10-D Form N-SAR Form N-CSR For Period Ended: December 31, 2017 Transition Report on Form 10-K Transition Report on Form 20-F Transition Rep

February 14, 2018 SC 13G/A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / ENDICOTT MANAGEMENT CO - BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, no par value (Title of Class of Securities) 06654A103 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to w

February 14, 2018 SC 13G

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / BANC FUNDS CO LLC - NONE Passive Investment

Schedule 13G UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. n/a )* Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 06654A103 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule

February 8, 2018 SC 13G/A

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. / Wellington Management Group LLP - 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. 3 )* Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 06654A103 (CUSIP Number) December 29, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to wh

February 1, 2018 8-K

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

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 31, 2018 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

February 1, 2018 EX-99.1

For The Quarter Ended

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD YEAR-END OPERATING RESULTS AND DECLARES A 71% INCREASE TO THE FIRST QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT ? January 31, 2018 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc.

February 1, 2018 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group4Q’17 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

Bankwell Financial Group4Q?17 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

November 9, 2017 10-Q

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2017 ¨ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

October 27, 2017 EX-24

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. The undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints Penko Ivanov and Matthew Oxx, individually or collectively my true and lawful attorneys with full power to sign for me and in my name, in the capacities indicated below with respect to Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. Forms 3, 4 and 5, and such other Forms or materials that are or may be promulgated by the Securities and

October 18, 2017 EX-99.2

Bankwell Financial Group3Q’17 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

Bankwell Financial Group3Q?17 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

October 18, 2017 8-K

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

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, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

October 18, 2017 EX-99.1

September 30,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD THIRD QUARTER NET INCOME OF $4.3 MILLION OR $0.55 PER SHARE AND DECLARES FOURTH QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT ? October 18, 2017 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG) reported net income of $4.3 million or $0.55 per share for the third quarter of 2017, versus $3.1 million or $0.41 per share for the same period in 2016. The Company's Board of Dire

August 9, 2017 10-Q

BWFG / Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2017 ¨ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Fina

July 31, 2017 EX-99.1

Bankwell Financial Group2Q’17 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding anticipated future events and can be identifie

Bankwell Financial Group2Q?17 Investor Presentation Safe Harbor This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements about the Company.

July 31, 2017 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

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 31, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

July 26, 2017 EX-99.1

June 30,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD SECOND QUARTER NET INCOME OF $3.8 MILLION OR $0.49 PER SHARE AND DECLARES THIRD QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT ? July 26, 2017 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG) reported GAAP net income of $3.8 million or $0.49 per share for the second quarter of 2017, versus $2.9 million or $0.38 per share for the same period in 2016. The Company's Board of D

July 26, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

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 26, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

June 1, 2017 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

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 31, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

May 10, 2017 10-Q

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 (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2017 ¨ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell Fin

April 26, 2017 EX-99.1

March 31,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD FIRST QUARTER NET INCOME OF $3.7 MILLION OR $0.48 PER SHARE, EXCEEDS 10% RETURN ON EQUITY AND DECLARES SECOND QUARTER DIVIDEND New Canaan, CT ? April 26, 2017 ? Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BWFG) reported GAAP net income of $3.7 million or $0.48 per share for the first quarter of 2017, versus $3.0 million or $0.40 per share for the same period in

April 26, 2017 8-K

Bankwell Financial Group BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. 8-K 4 26 17 (Current Report/Significant Event)

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, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 17, 2017 DEF 14A

Bankwell Financial Group DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

t1700095-def14a - none - 6.7286728s 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 per

April 13, 2017 EX-16.1

April 13, 2017

April 13, 2017 Office of the Chief Accountant Securities and Exchange Commission 460 Fifth Street N.

April 13, 2017 8-K

Bankwell Financial Group BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. 8-K 4 7 17 (Current Report/Significant Event)

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 7, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

April 4, 2017 8-K

Bankwell Financial Group BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP 8-K 3 29 17 (Current Report/Significant Event)

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 29, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

March 16, 2017 10-K

Bankwell Financial Group FORM 10-K (Annual Report)

t170009410k - none - 22.0092007s TABLE OF CONTENTS ? ? UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 ? For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2016 ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 ? For the transition period

March 16, 2017 EX-10.1

Employment Agreement of Christopher R. Gruseke dated December 29, 2016

Exhibit 10.1 Christopher R. Gruseke Employment Agreement This Employment Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of June 1, 2016, by and among Christopher Gruseke (the “Executive”) on the one side, and Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. a Connecticut bank holding company (the “Company”) and its wholly-owned bank subsidiary, Bankwell Bank (the “Bank”). Unless a distinction is appropriat

February 24, 2017 8-K

Other Events

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 24, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission F

February 13, 2017 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

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 7, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

February 9, 2017 SC 13G/A

Bankwell Financial Group SEC SCHEDULE 13G (Passive Acquisition of More Than 5% of Shares)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2 )* Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 06654A103 (CUSIP Number) December 30, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to wh

February 8, 2017 8-K

Bankwell Financial Group BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. 8-K 2 6 17 (Current Report/Significant Event)

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 6, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

January 26, 2017 8-K

Bankwell Financial Group BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. 8-K 1 25 17 (Current Report/Significant Event)

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, 2017 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

January 26, 2017 EX-99.1

December 31,

BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP REPORTS RECORD FOURTH QUARTER AND ANNUAL NET INCOME OF $3.

December 30, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

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 29, 2016 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission F

November 10, 2016 8-K

Bankwell Financial Group BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. 8-K 11 9 16 (Current Report/Significant Event)

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): November 9, 2016 Bankwell Financial Group, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Connecticut 001-36448 20-8251355 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

November 10, 2016 EX-99.1

IVANOV APPOINTED EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AT BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

IVANOV APPOINTED EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AT BANKWELL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

November 9, 2016 10-Q

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 (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2016 ¨ 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: 001-36448 Bankwell

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