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Country Bank Supports Scantic Valley YMCA with $25,000 Donation

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WARE — Country Bank announced a $25,000 donation to the Scantic Valley YMCA in Wilbraham in support of its ongoing capital campaign aimed at expanding community offerings and completing critical facility improvements.

Country Bank has been a long-time partner of the YMCA, supporting both the Scantic Valley and Springfield branches for many years. This latest contribution reinforces the bank’s commitment to investing in organizations that strengthen families, promote wellness, and enhance quality of life across the communities it serves.

The Scantic Valley YMCA capital campaign focuses on much-needed facility upgrades and program enhancements, including roof replacement, fitness center expansion and equipment upgrades, outdoor pickleball courts, parking lot improvements, locker room renovations, enhancements to childcare spaces, and signage, ensuring the facility continues to meet the evolving needs of members of all ages.

“The YMCA has long been a cornerstone in our communities, providing a welcoming place for individuals and families to grow, stay healthy, and connect,” said Russell Fontaine, chief Retail Delivery & Customer Experience officer at Country Bank. “We’re proud to support the Scantic Valley YMCA and its mission to serve thousands of members while ensuring the facility remains strong and accessible for generations to come.”

Dexter Johnson, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Springfield, added that “Country Bank’s generosity plays a vital role in helping the YMCA continue to serve our community in meaningful ways. Partnerships like this allow us to expand our reach, enhance our programs, and create lasting impact for the people who rely on the Y every day.”

Monson Savings Pledges $100,000 to Scantic Valley Y’s Capital Campaign

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MONSON — Monson Savings Bank has announced a $100,000 pledge to support the Scantic Valley YMCA’s Capital Campaign, helping fund major facility renovations and enhancements.

Monson Savings Bank President & CEO Dan Moriarty and Executive Vice President & COO Michael Rouette, who also serves as board chair and chief volunteer officer of the YMCA of Greater Springfield, recently presented the pledge to Dexter Johnson, President & CEO of the YMCA of Greater Springfield.

The capital campaign focuses on several key improvement projects for the Scantic Valley YMCA, including a new roof, renovated locker rooms, modernization of the workout area, and the construction of new outdoor pickleball courts.

“Monson Savings Bank has long believed in investing in the organizations that strengthen our communities,” said Dan Moriarty, President & CEO of Monson Savings Bank. “The Scantic Valley YMCA is one of those organizations. This pledge reflects our commitment to supporting their future, ensuring that local residents will benefit from a more modern facility for years to come.”

Rouette emphasized the significance of the partnership from both his roles at the bank and within the YMCA. “As both a member of the Monson Savings leadership team and the Board Chair and Chief Volunteer Officer of the YMCA of Greater Springfield, I am deeply proud of this moment,” he said. “The Scantic Valley YMCA is a hub for health, connection, and community. These capital improvements are essential to meeting the evolving needs of the people we serve, and I’m excited that Monson Savings Bank is stepping forward in such a meaningful way.”

Johnson expressed his appreciation for the Bank’s longstanding support and the impact this pledge will have on the YMCA’s ability to grow.

“We are incredibly grateful to Monson Savings Bank for this extraordinary pledge,” he said. “These upgrades, new locker rooms, an improved workout area, a new roof, and pickleball courts, will significantly enhance the member experience and expand our ability to serve local families. Monson Savings Bank continues to demonstrate what true community partnership looks like.”

Elks Grant Helps Scantic Valley YMCA Offer Movement-disorder Fitness Program

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WILBRAHAM — The Ludlow Elks awarded the Scantic Valley YMCA a $3,500 Beacon Grant from the Elks National Foundation to help the Y launch MOVE2Function, a movement-disorder fitness program.

When people think of a movement disorder, Parkinson’s disease comes to mind. While this is a movement disorder, there are others in which a supported functional exercise program can have positive results aimed at improving quality of life for those affected.

Movement disorders may include Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, Guillain-Barre syndrome, Huntington’s disease, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophym, and stroke.

The MOVE2Function trainers, health and fitness professionals backed by the clinical expertise of the staff at Alternatives in Physical Therapy, will offer MOVE2Function at the Scantic Valley branch of the YMCA of Greater Springfield. A maximum of eight people will be enrolled for a 10-week session for a total of 20 one-hour classes. Caregivers are encouraged to attend. The focus will be on transfers and flexibility, balance and muscle endurance, and cardiovascular endurance

For more information or to register, call Dawn Lapierre, Healthy Living director at the Scantic Valley YMCA, at (413) 596-2749, ext. 3107.