Pittsfield Cooperative Bank Supports Berkshire County Nonprofits

PITTSFIELD — Pittsfield Cooperative Bank successfully concluded its year-end community giving initiative, combining direct donations with interactive Where’s the Action Cash Cube events to benefit local nonprofits across Berkshire County this holiday season.

Each participating not-for-profit organization received a $500 contribution from the bank, along with an on-site Cash Cube visit that gave them the opportunity to catch up to an additional $500. All events were held at the nonprofits’ locations and shared on the bank’s social media channels to spotlight the essential services they provide throughout the region.

Through the Cash Cube events, the nonprofits grabbed the following additional amounts:

• Berkshire Choral International: $211

• Berkshire County Arc: $151

• BFAIR: $394

• Christian Center of Pittsfield: $187

• Elder Services: $137

• Girls Inc. of the Berkshires: $219

• Hinsdale Food Pantry: $231

• Pittsfield Community Food Pantry: $75

• UCP of Western Massachusetts: $87

“These events were more than just moments of enjoyment — they created meaningful opportunities for our members to feel seen, valued, and connected to the broader community, while also shining a light on the important work happening every day,” said Randy Kinnas, CEO of UCP of Western Massachusetts. “The support from Co-op Bank, both financial and through visibility, helps strengthen our ability to serve individuals and families throughout the Berkshires.”

Since 1889, Pittsfield Cooperative Bank has been committed to enhancing the economic vitality and social welfare of the communities it serves through charitable donations. A major focus of the bank’s charitable giving is directed toward education, youth programs, community development, and health and human services. The bank contributed $4,500 in direct donations, with an additional $1,692 raised through the Cash Cube events, bringing the total combined contribution to $6,192 in support of Berkshire County nonprofits in December.

“Our nonprofit partners are addressing some of the most critical needs in Berkshire County, from food security and housing stability to arts, early childhood development, education, and human services,” said Gregg Levante, president of Pittsfield Cooperative Bank. “The Cash Cube events brought a little holiday cheer while highlighting organizations that truly make a difference. Supporting them is core to who we are as a community bank.”