Country Bank Grants $20,000 to Revitalize Community Development Corp.

WARE — Country Bank recently continued its longtime support of Revitalize Community Development Corp. (CDC) with a $20,000 donation.

Revitalize performs free critical repairs, modifications, and rehabilitation on the homes of low-income families with children, the elderly, veterans, and individuals with disabilities; helps bridge food insecurity gaps through delivery of fresh foods; and positions community members toward healthier lives through education and support for chronic conditions like asthma and diabetes.

“Over the last decade of working with Revitalize CDC, I have seen the organization grow into a vital pilar of support for the housing, health, and nutrition needs of our community. Since their founding in 1992, Revitalize CDC has served 30,000 individuals, investing over $52 million into Western Massachusetts,” said Ben Leonard, senior vice president, Commercial Banking team leader at Country Bank and vice chair of the Revitalize CDC board. “Especially during this time of uncertainty in the funding coming from federal and state sources, Country Bank is proud to continue our support of Revitalize CDC with an additional donation of $20,000. It is our sincere hope that this contribution inspires others to be generous in their support of Revitalize CDC and the critical services they provide.”

Colleen Shanley-Loveless, president and CEO of Revitalize CDC, noted that “we are incredibly grateful to Country Bank for their generous support and hands-on involvement in our #GreenNFit Neighborhood Rebuild program. Their donation, combined with the enthusiastic participation of their volunteers, demonstrates a deep commitment to strengthening our neighborhoods and improving the lives of those who need it most. Together, we’re not just repairing homes, we’re rebuilding hope and creating healthier, safer communities.”