Support spans youth development, economic growth, health services, and cultural initiatives across the Berkshires and South Shore
MountainOne is proud to announce that in the first quarter of 2026, it invested more than $160,000 in donations and sponsorships to nonprofit organizations across the Berkshires and South Shore. These contributions support a wide range of initiatives focused on youth development, economic opportunity, health and wellness, and community connection.
These investments help expand access to critical services, strengthen local economies, and create opportunities for individuals and families throughout the regions MountainOne serves.
Organizations recently supported by MountainOne include:
Berkshire Running Foundation – $25,000 as the lead sponsor for the fifth consecutive year of community races promoting health, wellness, and community engagement across the Berkshires
Lever Inc. – $25,000 to support economic development by helping entrepreneurs and startups access mentorship, funding connections, and resources to build and grow their businesses
Hillcrest Educational Foundation – $20,000 to support programs and services that provide therapeutic care, individualized education, and essential resources for vulnerable students
The Brien Center – $10,000 to support the Patrick Miller Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Program, providing prevention and early intervention services to Berkshire County youth
Scituate St. Patrick’s Day Parade – $5,000 to serve as a lead sponsor of this longstanding cultural tradition, supporting a community celebration that brings residents together
18 Degrees – $5,000 to support the Kids 4 Harmony Summer Concert Gala, helping provide no-cost, ensemble-based string instruction to students in Pittsfield and North Adams
Community Access to the Arts (CATA) – $5,000 to support adaptive arts workshops that expand access to creative programming for individuals with disabilities across Berkshire County
Berkshire Pride – $5,000 to support the 10th Annual Pride Festival and year-round programming, fostering inclusion, visibility, and community connection
Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. (QARI) – $4,000 to support the Annual Community Banquet, celebrating cultural diversity and funding youth scholarships
Berkshire Food Project – $2,500 to support meal services and community outreach efforts that provide nutritious food and expand access to essential resources
Images Cinema – $2,500 to support off-site film programming during theater renovations, providing accessible screenings across Northern Berkshire communities
Quincy Pride – $2,500 to support local Pride events that bring the community together, celebrate identity, and promote inclusivity across Quincy
Other sponsorships of varying amounts were made to support: Pine Cobble School, South Shore Habitat for Humanity, Northern Berkshire Habitat for Humanity, Berkshire International Film Festival, Berkshire United Way, Northern Berkshire United Way, Berkshire Arts & Technology Charter Public School, Quincy Public Schools, Baseball in the Berkshires, National Alliance on Mental Illness, South Shore YMCA, and more.
“These organizations are doing the kind of work that changes lives, often in ways that go unseen,” said Brenda Petell, Vice President, Community Engagement Officer at MountainOne. “We’re honored to stand alongside them and support efforts that bring hope, opportunity, and connection to so many across our communities.”
About MountainOne
Headquartered in North Adams, MA, MountainOne is the mutual holding company of MountainOne Bank and offers a full range of financial services through MountainOne Bank, MountainOne Insurance, and MountainOne Investments.
MountainOne Bank,founded in 1848 and headquartered at 93 Main Street in North Adams, MountainOne Bank (mountainone.com) offers deposit and lending products and services for individuals and businesses. Full-service offices are located in the Berkshires (North Adams, Pittsfield, Williamstown) and Boston’s South Shore (Rockland, Quincy, Scituate). Member FDIC, Member DIF, Equal Housing Lender.
MountainOne Insurance, a subsidiary of MountainOne Bank, MountainOne Insurance (mountainone.com/insurance) offers a wide range of insurance solutions, including personal and business property and casualty insurance, surety bonding, employee benefits, and life and Medicare coverage. Offices are located in the Berkshires (North Adams, Pittsfield, Stockbridge, Williamstown) and the Pioneer Valley (Longmeadow, West Springfield, Wilbraham).
MountainOne Investments, a division of MountainOne Bank, MountainOne Investments (mountainone.com/investments), and its financial advisors offer securities and advisory services through Commonwealth Financial Network®, member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser. Fixed insurance products and services are offered through CES Insurance Agency or MountainOne Investments. MountainOne Bank is not a registered broker-dealer or Registered Investment Adviser. MountainOne Bank and MountainOne Insurance are not affiliated with Commonwealth. MountainOne Investments’ main office is at 85 Main Street, Suite 100, North Adams, MA 01247. (413) 664-4025
Insurance and Investments are not insured by the FDIC and are not deposits or obligations of, or guaranteed by, any depository institution. Funds are subject to investment risks, including possible loss of principal investment.