The Meredith Village Savings Bank Fund at New Hampshire Charitable Foundation has awarded $75,000 to 40 local nonprofit organizations.
This includes $58,000 donated to 23 local agencies and $17,000 to 17 local food pantries to help address food insufficiency in the bank's communities, the Union Leader reports.
The grants are in addition to MVSB's contributions throughout the year in the form of donations, sponsorships, scholarships, and volunteer efforts by employees.
"New Hampshire is so fortunate to have a network of exceptional nonprofits working to address challenges and improve our communities and to provide needed services to local individuals and families," said Marcus Weeks, MVSB president.
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