MONSON — Monson Savings Bank is investing $100,000 in the Scantic Valley YMCA, a significant pledge aimed at revitalizing the community hub with crucial facility upgrades.
Dan Moriarty, President & CEO of Monson Savings Bank, and Michael Rouette, Executive Vice President & COO of the bank—who also chairs the YMCA of Greater Springfield’s board—recently presented the pledge to Dexter Johnson, President & CEO of the YMCA of Greater Springfield.
The capital campaign will fund several key improvements at the Scantic Valley YMCA, including a new roof, renovated locker rooms, a modernized 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 Moriarty. “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 highlighted the importance of the partnership, speaking to his dual role. “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 gratitude for the bank’s ongoing support and the impact the pledge will have on the YMCA’s growth.
“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.”
