Berkshire Bank Foundation
The Berkshire Bank Foundations are guided by the values of the financial institutions that created them, a strong commitment to community, to leadership, and to preserving the character of our communities while fostering change that will keep communities strong and vital. The Foundations share a vision of healthy, vibrant, sustainable communities where educational and economic opportunity abound.
In carrying out its work, the Foundations follow the stewardship principles for corporate grant makers adopted in 2004 by the Council on Foundations:
1. We have governing boards that establish the mission, guide the operations, oversee the effectiveness, ensure the ethical conduct and monitor the fiscal affairs of the foundations.
2. We recognize and act upon our obligations to multiple stakeholders: the corporate donor and its directors and employees, shareholders, grantees and grant seekers, the public and governmental bodies.
3. We respect our nonprofit partners' missions and expertise and strive for relationships based on candor, understanding and fairness
4. We welcome public comment and communicate openly.
5. Our philanthropic activities are aligned with the company's vision, mission, values, culture and strategies.
