Monson Savings Bank Donates $1,000 to Miracle League of Western Massachusetts

Monson, MA – Demonstrating its ongoing commitment to supporting organizations that strengthen local communities, Monson Savings Bank recently donated $1,000 to the Miracle League of Western Massachusetts through the Bank's 2026 Community Giving Initiative. The donation will help the organization continue providing children and young adults with disabilities the opportunity to experience the joy of playing baseball in an inclusive, supportive environment.
 
Monson Savings Bank President & CEO Dan Moriarty and Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Michael Rouette presented the donation to Brian Feeley, Board President of the Miracle League of Western Massachusetts, and Sue-Ann Hilton, Board Member and Media Relations representative for the organization.
 
"The Miracle League of Western Massachusetts creates opportunities for children of all abilities to build confidence, friendships, and lasting memories through sports," said Dan Moriarty, President & CEO of Monson Savings Bank. "At Monson Savings Bank, we are proud to support organizations that make a meaningful difference in the lives of local families, and we are honored to contribute to the important work of the Miracle League."
 
Brian Feeley, Board President of the Miracle League of Western Massachusetts, expressed gratitude for the Bank's support. "We are thankful to Monson Savings Bank for investing in our mission and the children and families we serve. Community partnerships like this help ensure that our players have access to a fun, safe, and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to participate and feel valued."
 
Sue-Ann Hilton, Board Member and Media Relations representative for the Miracle League of Western Massachusetts, added, "Every donation we receive helps us continue creating memorable experiences for our players and their families. We greatly appreciate Monson Savings Bank's generosity and commitment to supporting inclusive programs that bring people together."
 
Michael Rouette, EVP & COO of Monson Savings Bank, shared, "One of the things that makes our Community Giving Initiative so impactful is that it allows us to support organizations chosen by members of the communities we serve. The Miracle League of Western Massachusetts exemplifies the spirit of inclusion, and we are proud to help further their mission."
 
The Miracle League of Western Massachusetts was founded in 2015 by Ernie and Tammy Fitzell and serves children ages 4–19 with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. The organization provides participants of all abilities the chance to play baseball, be part of a team, and enjoy the benefits of recreation in an encouraging and accessible environment. To learn more about the Miracle League of Western Massachusetts, visit https://miracleleaguewestma.com/.
 
Monson Savings Bank's annual Community Giving Initiative supports local nonprofits and community organizations that make a meaningful impact throughout the region. Each year, community members are invited to vote for nonprofit organizations they would like the Bank to support. As a cornerstone of the Bank's commitment to community engagement, the initiative helps direct funding to organizations that improve the quality of life for local residents. To learn more, visit https://www.monsonsavings.bank/connect/our-community/community-giving-initiative.html.

 
About Monson Savings Bank
Incorporated as a mutually chartered community bank in 1872, Monson Savings Bank has one of the longest tenures of service and stability in its market. Civic leaders chartered the bank with the intent to give working men and women the opportunity to save, which – incredibly, they could not do prior to the bank’s inception.  Today, Monson Savings Bank retains its legacy of empowerment through savings, but has expanded to serve its customers with a variety of innovative financial services, including digital banking, online mortgage applications and business banking, and commercial lending. The bank has expanded on its promise of “where people save, businesses prosper, and communities benefit” by opening offices in Hampden, Wilbraham, Ware, and most recently East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. The bank also opened a retail and business loan operations center in Wilbraham in 2020. Member FDIC, Member DIF, Equal Housing Lender. NMLS ID #613363.
 
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