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The Mary Lyon Foundation joins the West County community in remembering Marion Taylor, a founding member of the Foundation and a lifelong champion of local education and community life.  Marion devoted decades to strengthening the region she loved through her work with local schools and through her deep involvement in organizations including the Girl Scouts,…

For many students in rural communities, learning to drive is more than a milestone. It is a gateway to independence, employment, and opportunity. This year, a new partnership between Mohawk Trail Regional High School and JaDuke Driving School is helping make that opportunity more accessible, with support from the Mary Lyon Foundation.  The collaboration brings a driver’s education course…

The Mary Lyon Foundation would like to extend heartfelt congratulations to Pat Thayer, President of Hilltown Churches Food Pantry, for being named the Greenfield Recorder’s Citizen of the Year. Pat’s generosity of spirit and passion for feeding and caring for the surrounding community are truly inspiring. The Foundation feels proud to work and partner with…

The Mary Lyon Foundation made a financial contribution to Mohawk Trail Regional School Student Council for three students to attend the MA Association of Student Council’s State Conference. Retired teacher Robert Mastorakis attended as a mentor and chaperone. MTRS Student Council President Landon Clark shares the impact of the experience on him as a student leader.  “This past week…

Last summer, four Union 38 students packed their lunches, boarded buses, and stepped into a summer they might not otherwise have had.  Because of support from the Mary Lyon Foundation’s Union 38 Family Fund, those four children were able to attend River Valley Day Camp, a place filled with field trips, laughter, new friendships, and…

In this edition of our spring newsletter, we pay homage to the beloved Marion Taylor, who recently passed away.  Marion’s vision and passion for the Mary Lyon Foundation continue to inspire us and shape our future. As one former board member shared, “Marion was a beacon of light, and her warmth and love for the…

Greenfield Savings Bank (GSB) has long been recognized for its commitment to supporting local nonprofits and contributing to the well-being of the communities it serves. Rooted deeply in Franklin and Hampshire Counties, GSB’s dedication to philanthropy comes from its status as a mutual financial institution, a model that prioritizes community prosperity over profit. “We’ve been…