North Brookfield Savings Bank Assistant Vice President Caitlin O’Connor (left) presents a $2,000 check to the Ware Fuel Bank program, represented by church administrator Patricia Nicholas and the Rev. Charles Taylor of the United Church of Ware, to support local residents in need of emergency heating assistance. Photo courtesy of North Brookfield Savings Bank.

Allied Flooring and Paint

Allied Flooring and Paint donated $5,000 to the Mental Health Association Inc. to support the residential and support services the group provides to people impacted by mental illness, development disabilities, substance abuse and homelessness.

City Realty

City Realty donated $7,500 to Allston Village Main Streets at the site of Allston Square, City Realty’s upcoming six-building development.

North Brookfield Savings Bank

North Brookfield Savings Bank donated $2,000 to the Ware Fuel Bank program, in support of individuals and families in need.

Reading Cooperative Bank

Reading Cooperative Bank recently donated $5,000 to Mystic Valley Elder Services in support of its Elder Independence Fund, which provides emergency assistance to cover bare necessities for elders when no other help can be found.