Fall River-based Mechanics Cooperative Bank has donated $10,000 to the Fall River United Way’s annual capital campaign.

"The Fall River United Way has long been a crucial resource to the city of Fall River and its residents," said Joseph T. Baptista Jr., president and CEO of Mechanics Cooperative Bank. "At Mechanics Cooperative Bank, we are not only proud corporate supporters, but personal supporters as well through employee volunteerism and weekly payroll deductions – proof that our local employees understand the amazing benefits made possible by Executive Director Robert Horne and the entire staff at the Fall River United Way."

The bank’s donation will help support more than 35 health and human service agencies in the Fall River area, including food pantries and soup kitchens, according to a statement.

"Without this financial support and the commitment of Mechanics Cooperative Bank, many local organizations and thousands of people in Greater Fall River would not get the help they need," said Horne. "We could not be more thankful to have a great local partner like Mechanics Cooperative Bank."