Monson Savings Bank Donates $2,000 to Monson Free Library

MONSON — Monson Savings Bank is supporting Monson Free Library with a $2,000 donation as part of its 2026 Community Giving Initiative, a program driven by community participation and dedicated to supporting local nonprofit organizations.

Dan Moriarty, president and CEO of Monson Savings Bank and former member of the Monson Free Library finance committee, recently met with Hope Bodwell, director of Monson Free Library, to present the donation on behalf of the bank. They were joined by Michael Rouette, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Monson Savings Bank, and Kim Golinski, a member of the Monson Free Library board of directors. The contribution reflects the voices of the community, as Monson Free Library was selected through public voting in the bank’s annual initiative.

“We are proud to present this donation to the Monson Free Library on behalf of Monson Savings Bank,” Moriarty said. “As someone with deep roots in this community, I have seen firsthand how valuable the library is for residents of all ages. From educational programming to access to important resources, it plays an essential role in enriching lives throughout Monson and the surrounding area.”

Added Rouette, “supporting organizations like the Monson Free Library is a meaningful way for us to invest in the strength and vitality of our community. Libraries are essential spaces for learning, connection, and opportunity, and we are proud to stand alongside them in serving residents of all ages.”

Monson Free Library serves as a vital resource for the community, offering free access to reading materials, educational programming, technology, and cultural opportunities. Focused on supporting community priorities, the library provides a welcoming environment where individuals and families can learn, connect, and grow.

“We are incredibly grateful for Monson Savings Bank’s continued partnership and support,” Bodwell said. “We also extend our sincere thanks to the community members who voted for us through the Community Giving Initiative. Their support means so much and helps us continue to provide valuable services to the people we serve.”