WILBRAHAM — Rick’s Place, a nonprofit providing free grief support programs for children, teens, and their caregivers, has been selected for a community donation by Community Bank, N.A. as the bank prepares to open its new branch on Boston Road in Springfield in early December.
During the branch’s soft launch period, Community Bank will donate $25 for every new account or loan opened, with a guaranteed minimum gift of $2,500 to Rick’s Place. Community Bank representatives shared that Rick’s Place was chosen because of the organization’s mission and its long-standing service to local families.
Rick’s Place offers peer-based grief support groups for youth ages 5-18 and their caregivers, training for schools and community partners, and resources that help families navigate life after a significant loss. All programs for youth and caregivers are provided at no cost.
“We’re incredibly grateful for Community Bank’s support and for their recognition of how essential grief support is for families in our region,” Executive Director Therese Ross said. “This partnership helps us continue to provide a welcoming and inclusive space where kids and caregivers can connect with others who understand what they’re going through.”
