GARDINER — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Kennebec Valley has received a $50,000 donation from Kennebec Savings Bank in honor of local business leader and philanthropist Richard O’Connor.
The donation, which is designated to the Great Future of the Club, was presented at an event honoring O’Connor for more than four decades of service to the Kennebec Savings Bank’s Board of Directors.
“This incredible gift will support our commitment to the children of Kennebec Valley,” O’Connor said.
“Dick O’Connor represents the very best of what this community has to offer,” said Andrew Silsby, president and CEO of Kennebec Savings Bank. “Through this gift in his honor, we hope that we are able to convey our sincere gratitude for his incredible leadership, vision, and dedication to our organization and many more throughout the Kennebec Valley region.”
O’Connor began his career in the auto business when he joined his father and brother in running O’Connor GMC in 1971. During his tenure, the business grew to be among the top 10 Chevrolet dealers in the country. The O’Connor’s have given in both volunteer time and charitable donations to numerous local causes in the Kennebec Valley.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Kennebec Valley, formerly of Greater Gardiner, is on Pray Street, where it serves more than 1,800 members each year.
Kennebec Savings Bank has offices in Augusta, Waterville, Winthrop and Farmingdale.
