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LENOX â At the heart of Berkshire County is Lenox.
From here, one can access the entire region with ease.
But, the question begs, why would you leave town, when everything you want is already here? The town, after all, has been called home by such notable residents such as James Taylor, Yo-Yo Ma and Maureen Stapleton, and families like the Carnegies, Astors and Vanderbilts.
Sean and Kristina McGrath of New York City explore the leaf-lined pathways in the forest surrounding The Mount, Edith Whartonâs estate, in Lenox in October. Eagle File Photo
A community institution and supporter, Lee Bank recently asked us to take a closer look at Lenox, for this first installment A Day in the Life of â¦, a bimonthly UpCountry series that highlights what makes Berkshire Countyâs 32 towns such special places to visit, shop, work and live.
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LEE â After making a record amount of contributions to Berkshire nonprofits during 2020, Lee Bank has created its own foundation to continue and manage its charitable giving.
The Lee Bank Foundation, which is up and running, was funded with $5 million from Berkshire Financial Services, the community bankâs parent company.
The goal is to provide 5 percent of that sum, or $250,000, annually in foundation grants to nonprofits throughout the Berkshires that are helping to close the opportunity gap. Branch-based sponsorships will provide an additional $70,000 to these community organizations.
âOur goal both near and long term going forward is really to be more active in Berkshire County and invest more in Berkshire County across the board,â said Chuck Leach, the bankâs president and CEO. âAnd this is one element of that.â