Berkshire Bank Volunteering & Community Service
Berkshire Bank demonstrates its commitment to community service, with 700 employees volunteering during Xtraordinary Week. These dedicated individuals supported 31 nonprofits across five states, tackling critical issues like hunger and homelessness, and enhancing community well-being. Learn how Berkshire Bank amplified its community service impact thru focused volunteer efforts in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Vermont, and Rhode Island. In 2024, 100% of employees volunteered over 11,500 hours. The XTEAM program encourages active participation in corporate volunteerism. At News Directory 3, we commend Berkshire Bank’s dedication. Discover how Berkshire Bank plans to further engage in community service—explore the details!
Berkshire Bank Volunteers Boost Community Service Impact
Updated June 19, 2025
SPRINGFIELD — Berkshire bank’s recent Xtraordinary Week (X Week) saw 700 employees dedicate their time to community service, partnering with 31 nonprofit organizations. The initiative, held June 9-13, aimed to uplift communities where the bank operates.
The bank’s volunteer efforts,a key component of their community service impact,spanned Massachusetts,New York,Connecticut,vermont,and Rhode Island.More than 35 projects addressed critical issues such as hunger and homelessness, while also focusing on enhancing the overall well-being of residents.
In the Pioneer Valley, Berkshire Bank employees volunteered at the Zoo in Forest Park & Education Center in Springfield, the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts in Chicopee, and White Oak School in Westfield.
The XTEAM Employee Volunteer and Giving Program, named after the bank’s logo, encourages employees to actively participate in community service and corporate volunteerism throughout the year.in 2024, 100% of Berkshire employees volunteered, contributing over 11,500 hours through more than 250 company-sponsored projects.
Employees can also use up to 16 hours of paid time off annually to volunteer with the nonprofits of their choice, further amplifying the bank’s community service impact.
“Giving back is a core part of who we are as a company because we believe that lasting impact starts with local action,” said Lori Kiely, managing director of the Berkshire Bank Foundation. “Throughout X Week, our employees helped build stronger, more resilient communities — and stronger connections with one another.”
What’s next
Berkshire Bank plans to continue its commitment to community service through ongoing volunteer programs and partnerships with local nonprofits.