Merrimack County Savings Bank Foundation has awarded $55,000 to 21 nonprofit organizations serving New Hampshire communities 

“Giving back has always been central to our mission,” Linda Lorden, president of the bank, said in a statement. “The foundation allows us to support organizations that strengthen our communities, and it helps to positively impact the lives of our customers, employees and the local community as a whole.”  

Among the grant recipients were the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Nashua ($1,500), CATCH Neighborhood Housing of Concord ($2,00), Catholic Charities of Manchester ($2,500) and the Concord Dental Sealant Coalition ($4,000).