PAWTUCKET – An after-school fitness program in the Pawtucket School Department received a $20,000 grant from Bristol County Savings Bank through its charitable foundation, according to a news release.
The grant will support the “Get Fit” program, a 15-week curriculum taking place at three Pawtucket middle schools that combines physical activity with nutrition education.
Bristol County Savings Charitable Foundation has committed more than $20 million to local nonprofits since 1996, with a focus on local education and literacy programs.
Nancy Lavin is a staff writer for the PBN. Contact her at lavin@pbn.com.