Dedham Savings Community Foundation Supports Friends of Blue Hills
The Dedham Savings Community Foundation has donated to Friends of Blue Hills for improvements to Blue Hills Reservation. Grant funds will be used to purchase essential tools and equipment required to construct a bridge that will significantly improve trail accessibility, address structural repairs, and ensure usability of existing trails for visitors.
ABOUT FRIENDS OF BLUE HILLS
The Friends of the Blue Hills (FBH) is a 1,000-member non-profit organization devoted to preserving and protecting the Blue Hills Reservation’s natural beauty, diverse natural habitats, and many recreational opportunities. FBH’s mission is to protect and preserve the Blue Hills Reservation in its natural state.
ABOUT DEDHAM SAVINGS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
The Dedham Savings Community Foundation was formed by Dedham Savings for the purpose of funding requests from community organizations which provide services to the communities that they serve. These communities generally, but not exclusively, include Dedham, Needham, Norwood, Sharon, South Boston, Walpole, and Westwood. Typical requests are usually received from such organizations as schools, libraries, family service organizations and non-profit organizations. The Trustees of the Foundation will accept grant requests from community organizations and make awards twice a year.
Organizations wishing to request funding from the Foundation may apply online on our Community Giving Page.
ABOUT DEDHAM SAVINGS
Incorporated in 1831, Dedham Savings has assets of over $2.0 billion. Its mission is to promote financial strength and success in the individuals, families, and businesses of the communities it serves. Dedham Savings offers a broad range of financial and electronic banking services to individuals, businesses, and organizations through full-service locations in Dedham, East Dedham, Needham, Norwood, Sharon, South Boston, Walpole, and Westwood.