Greenfield Savings Bank Reports 2024 Contributions, Volunteer Efforts

GREENFIELD — Greenfield Savings Bank (GSB) reported that 2024 marked a significant milestone in contributions and volunteer initiatives.

Last year, the bank invested more than $1 million in local communities through donations, event sponsorships, and underwriting. More than 275 nonprofit organizations received support for critical-cause areas, including health and human services, education, food security, community development, and the arts. Key recipients included the Treehouse Foundation, Cancer Connection, Community Action Pioneer Valley, Hampshire and Franklin County YMCAs, and the United Way of the Franklin Hampshire Region, each playing a vital role in improving lives across the region.

Beyond financial contributions, Greenfield Savings Bank employees dedicated more than 3,650 volunteer hours to local initiatives, including Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity, mobile food banks, financial-literacy workshops, community clean-up efforts, and youth-mentorship programs. With a 35% increase in volunteer hours, employees remain deeply committed to supporting and strengthening the community.

GSB has provided community leadership with dozens of employees participating in more than 50 boards. These vital leadership roles support the growth of many organizations and communities across Franklin and Hampshire counties.

One of the standout moments of the year was Greenfield Savings Bank’s full support of the 21st annual Hot Chocolate Run for Safe Passage. The bank hosted a one-day donation match event, resulting in a record-breaking fundraising day for the Hampshire County organization dedicated to addressing domestic violence. Additionally, employees showed up in full force, with more than 40 volunteers and participants, raising more than $15,000 in peer-to-peer fundraising to support Safe Passage’s mission.

“Giving back is at the core of who we are as a community bank,” said Tom Meshako, president of Greenfield Savings Bank. “Whether through financial contributions or rolling up our sleeves to volunteer, we are committed to making a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Our team is a part of the community; they live here, volunteer here, and support organizations and business that we serve. This is about more than writing checks.”