PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield, through its Human Service Advisory Council (HSAC), is asking the public to comment on the human service needs in Pittsfield.
The Human Services Advisory Council is an 11-member advisory committee that provides funding recommendations to the mayor on how the city should allocate its human services funding. One of the considerations that the council uses to make those recommendations is to consider the input of Pittsfield residents and others.
Public comments will be accepted beginning Jan. 1, 2026 through 4:00 p.m. Jan. 31, 2026.
Comments may be submitted several ways: email at njoyner@cityofpittsfield.org; phone at (413) 499-9358; or by regular mail to Human Services Advisory Council, Department of Community Development, 70 Allen St. Room 205, Pittsfield, MA 01201.
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Co-op Supports Berkshire Nonprofits with Cash Cube Events
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Cooperative Bank (Co-op Bank) successfully concluded its year-end community giving initiative, combining direct donations with interactive "Where's the Action Cash Cube" events to benefit local nonprofits across Berkshire County this holiday season.
Each participating not-for-profit organization received a $500 contribution from Co-op Bank, along with an on-site Cash Cube visit that gave them the opportunity to catch up to an additional $500.
All events were held at the nonprofits' locations and shared on Co-op Bank's social media channels to spotlight the essential services they provide throughout the region.
Through the Cash Cube events, the nonprofits grabbed the following additional amounts:
Pittsfield Community Food Pantry: $75
UCP of Western Massachusetts: $87
Christian Center of Pittsfield: $187
BC Arc: $151
Girl's Inc of the Berkshires: $219
Elder Services: $137
BFAIR: $394
Berkshire Choral International: $211
Hinsdale Food Pantry: $231
"These events were more than just moments of enjoyment, they created meaningful opportunities for our members to feel seen, valued, and connected to the broader community, while also shining a light on the important work happening every day," said Randy Kinnas, CEO of UCP of Western Massachusetts. "The support from Co-op Bank, both financial and through visibility, helps strengthen our ability to serve individuals and families throughout the Berkshires."
Co-op Bank contributed $4,500 in direct donations, with an additional $1,692 raised through the Cash Cube events, bringing the total combined contribution to $6,192 in support of Berkshire County nonprofits in December.
"We are incredibly grateful to Co-op Bank for their Cash Cube initiative and for their generosity in supporting our mission. Watching our staff and students rally behind Abby was a powerful reminder of the community spirit that helps to define the Brigham Center. Congratulations to Abby on raising an additional $219, each dollar raised strengthens our ability to support children and families in our community," said Girls Inc. CEO, Kelly Marion.
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