Pioneer donates to six non-profits that help others in need

Capital Region businesses are in a giving mood this holiday season. Pioneer recently marked “Giving Tuesday” by making $2,500 donations to six local non-profits that deliver programs and services to help kids in need.

The checks went to: Arc of Rensselaer County, The Arts Center of the Capital Region, Capital District Miracle League, Joseph’s House, Northern Catskill Youth Association and Shenendehowa United Methodist Church.

Pioneer President and CEO Tom Amell saids: “We take seriously our responsibility to lift up Capital Region children and families in need, and led by our caring and committed employees, strive to embody the spirit of ‘Giving Tuesday’ throughout the year.”

The Pioneer Charitable Foundation has provided more than $1.2 million in financial support to nearly 400 Capital Region non-profits since 2018.