LEE, Mass. — Although only living in the Berkshires for a few years, Evan Butts has already ingrained himself into the community. 

 

A server at the Italian restaurant Amici in West Stockbridge, Butts aims to helping others in his spare time, specifically with his journey raising funds for the charity Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy. 

 

Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy is one of the largest organizations in the state dedicated to advocating for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. 

 

Duchenne is a progressive muscle disease and is the most common form of muscular dystrophy diagnosed in childhood, said Nicole Herring, development and community engagement vice president of PPMD. 

 

"PPMD funds research, advocacy, care and education initiatives to help those with Duchenne live stronger, longer lives," Herring said. 

 

It is his efforts for the organization that has earned Butts the June Community Hero of the Month designation. Donate here. 

 

The Community Hero of the Month is a 12-month series that honors individuals and organizations that have made a significant impact on their community. This year's sponsor is Window World of Western Massachusetts. Nominate a hero here.