BOSTON, Oct. 26, 2026 — Beacon Bank and the bank’s foundation invested more than $460,000 in its communities through charitable giving to over 150 nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Vermont from July to September.
“Meaningful change happens when we invest in the people and organizations working every day to strengthen our communities,” said Lori Kiely, director of the bank’s foundation and charitable giving. “By supporting local nonprofits, we’re helping create greater opportunity, improve lives and build a brighter future for individuals and families across the communities we serve.”
Examples of nonprofits that received funding in the third quarter include:
In Berkshire County, Massachusetts:
- Boys and Girls Club of the Berkshires Inc.
- Literacy Network of South Berkshire Inc.
In Greater Boston:
- Supportive Living Inc.
- 2Life Communities Inc.
In Central Massachusetts:
- Habitat for Humanity Metrowest – Greater Worcester Inc.
- Worcester Regional Research Bureau Inc.
In Eastern Connecticut:
- Northeast Connecticut Education Foundation Inc.
- The Arc Eastern Connecticut
In Greater Hartford:
- Intercommunity Inc.
- Our Piece of the Pie Inc.
In New York’s Capital Region:
- Glens Falls Area Habitat for Humanity
- Senior Citizens Center of Saratoga Springs Inc.
In New York’s Central Region:
- Learning Disabilities Association of Central New York Inc.
- On Point for College Inc.
In the Pioneer Valley, Massachusetts:
- Initiative for a Competitive Inner City Inc.
- The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts
In Rhode Island:
- Rhode Island College Foundation
- Rhode Island Oral Health Foundation
In Vermont:
- VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region Inc.
- Wonderfeet Kids Museum
Beacon Bank invests in the success and vibrancy of its local communities by supporting programs and organizations that focus on one of three areas: neighborhood revitalization and preservation, education and critical services.
Learn more by visiting the Community Support page on our website.