Spencer Savings Bank has donated the first half of a $10,000 two-year pledge to the Quaboag Valley Community Development Corp. (QVCDC) for business assistance programs.
The donation will help programs such as small business development courses and business planning training, according to a statement.
"We are proud of our partnership with the QVCDC because they are a great resource for the businesses in our area," said Spencer Savings Bank President K. Michael Robbins. "Their programs help boost our local economy during tough economic times."