Bay State Bank

🇺🇸 As we head into Memorial Day weekend, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

This week, our team partnered with the Worcester County Sheriff's Office, alongside veterans organizations, community groups, and local businesses, for the annual flag placement at Saint John’s Cemetery in Worcester.

Together with more than 180 volunteers, over 5,000 American flags were placed to honor veterans laid to rest there. Each flag serves as a reminder that freedom comes at a cost and that remembrance matters.

We are grateful to stand alongside our community in honoring those who served and gave everything.

As we continue our four-part series highlighting the nonprofits featured in our Community Giving initiative, we’re turning to Friendly House, MA.

When we think about organizations that truly show up for Worcester families, Friendly House is one that stands out. For more than 100 years, they have been a steady source of support through programs that strengthen families, support youth, and help neighbors meet urgent needs.

From after-school and summer programming to shelter, food pantries, and social services, Friendly House meets people where they are with care and compassion. More than 25,000 residents received assistance from Friendly House in the past year, reflecting the depth of their impact across the city.

We believe in organizations like Friendly House that help build stability, opportunity, and hope for the future.

Vote for Your Favorite Non-Profit and help direct $13,000 to local nonprofits serving children and families, now through April 30: https://lnkd.in/ejKUbP2b