Claremont Savings Bank and Granite United Way: Building a Stronger Sullivan County Together
Key Takeaways
- Strategic Expansion: Granite United Way expanded into Sullivan County to bring greater community impact to the Upper Valley.
- Core Partner: Claremont Savings Bank serves as a foundational partner in this expansion, leveraging its deep roots in the Upper Valley.
- Multifaceted Support: The partnership utilizes workplace giving, corporate donations, volunteerism, and creative employee-driven initiatives like “Jeans Day.”
- Leadership Alignment: Executives from both organizations emphasize that the collaboration aligns financial well-being with localized community stability.
What is the Scope of the Claremont Savings Bank and Granite United Way Partnership?
Claremont Savings Bank has emerged as one of Granite United Way’s most committed partners in Sullivan County. This past fall, Granite United Way expanded its reach to include Sullivan County, bringing our mission of strengthening families and communities to a region we’re proud to now serve. With deep roots in the Upper Valley, Claremont Savings Bank was there from the start.
“Partnering with organizations like Granite United Way allows us to extend our impact beyond financial services, helping to strengthen local families, schools, and neighborhoods. We believe that when our community thrives, we all thrive, and investing in meaningful partnerships is one of the most powerful ways to make that happen” said David Finnerty, President & CEO of Claremont Savings Bank.
How Does Claremont Savings Bank Support the Sullivan County Community?
The partnership between Claremont Savings Bank and Granite United Way in Sullivan County goes well beyond a single donation or event. Their team has shown up in multiple meaningful ways:
- Community Coat Drive: Collecting winter apparel to ensure neighbors stay warm through the New Hampshire winter.
- Upper Valley Food Drive: Direct mobilization to respond to local food insecurity.
- Day of Caring Sponsorship: Corporate investment in New Hampshire’s largest single-day volunteer event.
- Camp Starter Kit Donation: A $2,500 contribution providing local children with essential supplies to fully participate in summer camp.
How Does the “Jeans Day” Initiative Generate Community Funding?
One of the most creative programs to come out of this partnership is Claremont Savings Bank’s internal “Jeans Day” fundraiser where employees are invited to wear jeans on Tuesdays in exchange for a $1 donation.
These continuous micro-donations accumulated into significant community support while reinforcing a shared corporate dedication to giving back within the Claremont Savings Bank workplace.
“It’s a small gesture that adds up quickly, demonstrating how collective efforts, much like our partnership with United Way, can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in our community.”
— Ashleigh McFarlin, Senior Vice President, Claremont Financial Services
How Are These Shared Values Making A Lasting Impact in Sullivan County?
How is Our Expansion Making a Measurable Impact in Sullivan County?
Together we are delivering tangible support to local families and mobilized resources to address the immediate needs of this community.
- 300+ Winter Clothing Items distributed to families in need
- 225 Camp Starter Kits supplied to local children to fully participate in summer camp.
- 3 Food drives distributed to the Claremont Soup Kitchen to combat local food insecurity.
- Our first Day of Caring in the region connected volunteers to local nonprofits in need.
What makes the Claremont Savings Bank and Granite United Way partnership in Sullivan County work is the alignment underneath it, a shared belief that thriving communities don’t happen by accident.
Staff members regularly volunteer time to connect with neighbors and experience local impact firsthand.
The bank’s core mission of improving financial well-being directly intersects with Granite United Way’s focus on regional stability, education, and resource support.
“Our mission is to strengthen the financial well-being of the individuals and businesses we serve while supporting the communities we call home. Granite United Way shares that same vision of improving lives through collaboration, education, and support. By working together, we can create greater stability and opportunity for those in need, aligning with our core values of community, integrity, and service.”
— David Finnerty, President & CEO, Claremont Savings Bank
Looking ahead, Claremont Savings Bank is excited by the growing impact of this collaboration and the ripple effect it creates. As the partnership continues to deepen, so does its ability to respond to real needs, reach more neighbors, and create lasting change across the region.
How Can Other Organizations Get Involved in Sullivan County?
If you or your organization wants to make an impact in Sullivan County, we’d love to connect.
Regional Contact: Katie Berndsen
Email: Katie.Berndsen@graniteuw.org