BFAIR in Bloom Raises $40,000 for Programs and Services

Katrina Cardillo • July 27, 2026

BFAIR in Bloom Raises $40,000 for Programs and Services 

BFAIR planning committee for BFAIR in Bloom signature fundraising event

BFAIR in Bloom Raises $40,000 for Programs and Services 

BFAIR is proud to share the outstanding success of our annual BFAIR in Bloom signature fundraising event, held Wednesday, June 4, 2026, at the Proprietor's Lodge. The evening raised an incredible $40,000 to support BFAIR's programs and services for individuals with disabilities and their families across the Berkshire region. 


Community members, business leaders, and longtime supporters gathered for a beautifully curated evening of craft tastings, decadent desserts, live music, and stunning floral design. Guests sampled offerings from Antimony Brewing, Berkshire Brewing Company, M.S. Walker, and Village Garage Distillery, alongside sweets from Berkshire Cannoli. The Flower Lab Bouquet Bar transformed the venue with breathtaking arrangements, Patrick Gray set the mood with live music, and Jessica Ann Photography captured the night's best moments. 


"We are still completely blown away by the beauty and generosity of this evening," said Theresa Denette, Interim COO. "The support we received from our sponsors, partners, and guests made this event truly extraordinary. Every dollar raised goes directly toward supporting individuals with disabilities and their families in our community, and that impact is immeasurable." 



BFAIR extends its deepest gratitude to the sponsors and partners who made the evening possible: 


Blossom Sponsor 

  1. East Bay Pharmacy 


Sprout Sponsors 

  1. Greylock Federal Credit Union 
  2. Lenco Armored Vehicles 
  3. Polson Electric 
  4. Laureyns United 
  5. Amergis 
  6. MountainOne 
  7. Berkshire Health Systems 

Root Sponsors 

  1. MOLARI 
  2. Alliance Home Inc. 
  3. Moresi & Associates 
  4. GigTel 
  5. Adams Community Bank 


Seed Sponsors 

  1. Becks Printing, Skoller-Abbott, CATA, Berkshire Food Project, One Digital, Flynn & Dagnoli, Arace & Rice PC, BBE Office Interiors, Donovan O'Connor Dodig, Angell Pension, Interprint, Shire Wealth Management, UKG, UCP of Western MA, Pittsfield Cooperative Bank, SteadyCare LLC, Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention, and Hake-Westall Architects 


With Thanks to Our Event Partners 

  1. Venue: Proprietor's Lodge 
  2. Tasting Vendors: Antimony Brewing, Berkshire Brewing Company, M.S. Walker, Village Garage Distillery 
  3. Dessert: Berkshire Cannoli 
  4. Flowers: The Flower Lab Bouquet Bar 
  5. Music: Patrick Gray 
  6. Photography: Jessica Ann Photography 

 

Funds raised through BFAIR in Bloom directly support the full range of BFAIR's programs and services, including residential supports, day habilitation, employment services, and family support programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain injuries throughout Western Massachusetts.


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