Berkshire Community Action Council, Inc.

06/10/2026

Please note that BCAC offices will be closing early on Thursday, June 11, for a staff meeting. The North Adams office will close at 11:00 a.m., and the Pittsfield office will close at 11:45 a.m. This time allows us to work together to be stronger for you. Thank you for your understanding and for any inconvenience this may cause.

06/08/2026

Every child deserves a summer filled with discovery, friendship, and laughter. In this month's column, BCAC Executive Director Deborah Leonczyk writes about the barriers many Berkshire families face and how our community can help ensure every child has the chance to create lasting summer memories.

05/28/2026

For anyone with an incomplete fuel assistance application, the deadline to submit missing documentation is May 31st. You may drop off paperwork in the mail slot at 14 Maplewood Ave., Pittsfield.

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember the lives given in service to our nation and honor the legacy they leave behind.

05/21/2026

Members of BCAC’s Fuel and Weatherization Teams attended the NEUAC Annual Conference to continue strengthening our commitment to the communities we serve.

This conference provided an important opportunity to learn, connect, and share ideas:
• Addressing the growing need for energy assistance
• Supporting vulnerable populations facing energy insecurity
• Advancing energy efficiency, renewable energy, and weatherization
• Driving change through advocacy, policy, and education
• Building strong partnerships between utilities and nonprofits

As May is Community Action Month, this experience reinforces the importance of working together to create stronger, healthier communities and ensure families have access to the support and resources they need.

We look forward to bringing these insights back to our community and continuing the work of creating equitable, sustainable support for those who need it most.

05/13/2026

Only 2 Days left to unlock an extra $10 donation when you become a monthly donor!

May is Community Action Month. Small monthly gifts create powerful, lasting change in our community.

From May 11–15, every new member of the Berkshire Together Monthly Giving Club will unlock an additional $10 donation from GiveButter, boosting your impact right from the start.
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By Berkshire Community Action Council Inc

05/11/2026

May is Community Action Month. Small monthly gifts create powerful, lasting change in our community.

The Berkshire Together Giving Club is one of the most powerful and convenient ways to support Berkshire Community Action Council as we work to reduce the impact of poverty across our community.

When you become a monthly donor, you’re doing more than giving—you’re providing steady, reliable support that helps families in Berkshire County stay warm, safe, and secure in their homes, ensures children have warm clothing during the winter months, and eases the burden of putting nutritious food on the table or keeping up with utility bills. It’s simple to get started. Choose a donation amount that feels right for you, and your gift is automatically given each month.

And there’s never been a better time to join.

From May 11–15, every new member of the Berkshire Together Monthly Giving Club will unlock an additional $10 donation from GiveButter, boosting your impact right from the start.

Join today at https://givebutter.com/berkshire-together-giving-club-hfutvl and be part of a compassionate community committed to showing up for our neighbors, month after month.

Thank you for helping make Berkshire County a stronger, more caring place for all.

By Berkshire Community Action Council Inc

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day! Thank you to all the mothers who give so much of themselves to support their families and communities each day.

05/09/2026

We had a wonderful evening supporting the Dream Center and the incredible work they do for our community. Grateful to be surrounded by people who lead with compassion and purpose.

05/05/2026

Thank you to all of our partner agencies, the Berkshire Delegation, and friends who joined us on Friday for our annual meeting. Your presence was a powerful reminder that when we work and advocate together, our impact is even stronger.

Congratulations to this year’s award recipients:
• Volunteer of the Year: Deborah “Deb” Slater Goggia
• Dave Lachowski Service Award: Karen LaBombard
• Community Hero Award: Berkshire County Board of Realtors & its Community Service Committee

We are deeply grateful to our generous sponsors, Greylock Federal Credit Union, Adams Community Bank, and Hillcrest Educational Centers for making this event possible. Your support plays a vital role in our success.

Together, we continue building a stronger community.