Giving Tree

bankESB proudly served as a $10,000 top sponsor of the City of Easthampton’s Millside Summer Series, a vibrant community celebration that brought residents and visitors together through world-class soccer, live entertainment, local artisans, and family-friendly activities at Millside Park. The summer-series featured a FIFA World Cup Watch Party experience with four match screenings at Millside …

While National Ice Cream Day may only be one day in July, bankESB is making the case for a month-long celebration. This July, the community bank is officially declaring National Ice Cream Month, bringing free ice cream, surprise giveaways, and family-friendly events to communities across Western Massachusetts as it celebrates summer and builds excitement for …

bankESB is proud to celebrate the success of its Funding Their Futures program, a community-driven initiative that supports local education while helping to strengthen the communities it serves. In 2025, the program raised more than $8,000, benefiting 13 local schools, school systems, and educational foundations. As part of The Giving Tree, bankESB’s charitable giving initiative …

bankESB’s parent company, Hometown Financial Group, announced today it has earned the 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award for the fourth time in five years. The award honors organizations with 150 or more employees that have created exceptional, people-first cultures. This year, more than 42,000 organizations were invited to participate. The winners are recognized for …

bankESB is proud to announce a $10,000 donation to the City of Easthampton Fire Department in support of its ongoing mission to protect the safety and well-being of Easthampton residents. The Easthampton Fire Department plays a critical role in the community, providing emergency response, fire suppression, medical assistance, and public safety education. The department’s dedicated …

bankESB is proud to announce that through its charitable giving initiative, The Giving Tree, the bank donated more than $716,000 to local nonprofits and charitable organizations in 2025, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to strengthening the communities it serves. bankESB has contributed more than $4.4 million over the past 10 years, supporting a wide range of …

Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank’s fifth annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive raised $42,000 for local food pantries. This brings the program’s five-year total to $161,734.92. The appeal is part of bankESB’s charitable giving program, The Giving Tree, which reflects the bank’s commitment to making a difference in …

bankESB is proud to announce a $10,000 donation to Valley Community Development (Valley) to support its critical efforts in fostering affordable housing, economic development, and entrepreneurship in the local community. This contribution is part of a three-year, $30,000 commitment and made through the Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) program, which allows businesses and individuals to …

bankESB is proud to announce its $10,000 sponsorship of Cooley Dickinson Hospital’s annual Golf FORE Health Tournament, a premier fundraising event that supports vital healthcare programs and services for the community. The Golf FORE Health Tournament, which was held on September 16th at The Ranch Golf Club in Southwick, MA, brought together local businesses, community …

bankESB announced a $100,000 multi-year commitment to Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts, in support of the Sister Mary Caritas Endowed Nurses’ Education Fund. This investment will help provide critical resources for the ongoing education, training, and professional development of nurses, ensuring patients in Western Massachusetts continue to receive the highest quality of compassionate care. …