2 Ridgefield Non-Profits Score Funding From Local Bank Foundation

RIDGEFIELD, CT — The Union Savings Bank (USB) Foundation recently awarded $560,000 in funding to 61 local organizations — including two in Ridgefield — in Connecticut as part of the 159-year-old community bank’s ongoing effort to give back to those it serves.

Ridgefield organizations receiving 2025 grants are:

• Ann’s Place Inc.- The $25,000 in funding will go to their cancer wellness and workshop series.
• RVNA Health - The $7,500 in funding will support community dementia education and training.

The 2025 grant recipients offer a wide range of community services, including education and literacy programs, youth enrichment and developmental activities, the arts, health and wellness, mentorship, and support for food pantries, and more.

“We are proud to support organizations that deliver meaningful contributions to the well-being of communities across Western Connecticut and beyond,” said Union Savings Bank President and CEO, Chelen Reyes. “Their dedication to providing essential services that educate, enrich, and support individuals of all ages plays a vital role in enhancing quality of life. Union Savings Bank and the USB Foundation are honored to assist in furthering their important missions.”