Community Bank Contributed More Than $3.9 Million in 2024 Charitable Giving
DEWITT, N.Y. — Community Bank announced that its charitable giving, in conjunction with its parent company and affiliated subsidiaries, totaled more than $3.9 million in 2024. More than 2,200 nonprofit organizations that provide essential services to the communities the company serves received support through sponsorships and donations. The bank’s parent company, Community Financial System Inc., includes the companies OneGroup Insurance, Benefit Plans Administrators, and Community Bank Wealth Management.
“We’re pleased to continue our tradition of supporting local communities and organizations through charitable giving,” said Pam Brunet, director of Community & Corporate Relations for Community Financial System Inc. “This investment reflects the shared sense of responsibility and passion our team members have for making a difference, and we look forward to continuing to provide lasting support to our communities throughout 2025.”
Community Financial System Inc. has remained committed to its legacy of championing the communities it serves by empowering employees to engage in community events and support the local causes they’re passionate about. Among last year’s charitable-giving efforts, more than $200,000 was given to United Way agencies across the company’s footprint through a combination of corporate contributions and employee payroll deductions.
Beyond financial support, Community Bank branches often host charitable drives and events as a way for employees, customers, and community members to participate in charitable-giving efforts. Employees across Community Financial System Inc. also volunteer their time to a variety of local nonprofits, including cultural, civic, economic-development, and social-service organizations and charities. In 2024, the organization’s team members committed more than 17,800 hours to volunteer initiatives to give back to their communities, and more than 405 team members served on not-for-profit boards and committees.