Give Back in North Adams: Stop & Shop Community Bag Program Aims to Eliminate Single-Use Plastics While Donating to Local Non-Profits

Katrina Cardillo • March 1, 2022

Mar. 2, 2022 (North Adams, MA) – This year, local community non-profits are more in need of support than in any other time in the recent years’ past. Now shoppers can give back to the local community and help to reduce single-use plastics by purchasing a special reusable bag at Stop & Shop. BFAIR has been selected by local Stop & Shop store leadership as the benefiting non-profit in the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program for the month of March.

The Stop & Shop Community Bag Program is designed to give back to the local community with every reusable bag purchased. Every $2.50 reusable Community Bag sold supports a non-profit local to the store in which it was purchased. This program offers a way for shoppers to give back as part of the regular weekly routine.

Every month, at every Stop & Shop location a different local non-profit is selected to benefit from the sale of these special reusable Community Bags. BFAIR was selected as the March beneficiary by local store leadership at the store located at Stop & Shop located at 876 State Road in North Adams, MA.  BFAIR will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Community Bag purchased at this location in March.

“Community engagement and support that we receive from businesses, like through the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, is essential to our work at BFAIR. Through these partnerships, we can reach more community members and share about the important services we provide for individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and acquired brain injury. We are so thankful for our partnership with Stop & Shop and the support they provide to our organization,” said Tara Jacobsen, Fundraising & Grants Manager at BFAIR.

For more information on the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, visit stopandshop.bags4mycause.com.

Katrina Cardillo

BFAIR Promotes Katrina Cardillo to Senior Director of Marketing and Public Relations

By Katrina Cardillo • March 13, 2025
BFAIR (Berkshire Family & Individual Resources) is pleased to announce the promotion of Katrina Cardillo, MBA, to Senior Director of Marketing and Public Relations. In her new role, Cardillo will not only continue to lead marketing and PR initiatives but will also play an important role advancing BFAIR’s fundraising activities.
Ethel Altiery

Ethel Altiery Appointed Interim CEO of BFAIR

By Katrina Cardillo • March 11, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Katrina Cardillo Director of Marketing & Public Relations BFAIR 771 South Church Street North Adams, MA 01247 413.664.9382 kcardillo@bfair.org www.bfair.org Ethel Altiery Appointed Interim CEO of BFAIR Tue. March. 11, 2025 - (North Adams, MA) – BFAIR (Berkshire Family and Individual Resources) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ethel Altiery as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective March 28th. Altiery, who has served BFAIR for 25 years, brings extensive leadership experience and a deep commitment to the organization’s mission. Ethel Altiery has played a pivotal role in BFAIR’s operations, most recently as Chief Operating Officer. Her longstanding dedication to the organization, along with her comprehensive understanding of BFAIR’s programs and services, makes her an ideal leader to guide the agency through this transition period. “Our Board of Directors is thrilled to appoint Ethel as Interim CEO,” said Pete Mirante, BFAIR Board Chair. “Her unwavering commitment to our mission, staff, and the individuals we serve ensures strong and stable leadership as we continue our search for a permanent CEO.” The Board and Senior Management Team are confident that under Altiery’s direction, BFAIR will continue to excel in delivering high-quality services to individuals and families. For more information or to contact Ethel Altiery directly, you will reach her at (413) 664-9382 ext. 128 or ealtiery@bfair.org.
BFAIR 30th anniversary staff group photo

BFAIR Raises Over $140,000 in Celebration of 30 Years of Service

By Katrina Cardillo • February 12, 2025
BFAIR proudly celebrates 30 years of service with a milestone year of fundraising, raising over $140,000 through its 30th Anniversary Celebration, Giving Tuesday, and the annual Heart of BFAIR Campaign.
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