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Yahoo
05-04-2025
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New Gray House director focuses on community engagement and funding
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield community got to meet the new executive director at the Gray House. It was a bonding moment between the executive director and the community. The community got to learn about the current work they do and upcoming projects. Isabella Brady-Prankus is the new executive director at the nonprofit human service agency. Prankus has been with the Gray House for the past three years. She's helped to increase enrollment in their education programs and develop new community says she'd like to continue these efforts. 'I'm working hard to ensure that we're engaging with our community and we're engaging with funders that are now entering the workforce,' Prankus says. 'I am excited to reach out and meet with individuals who are right out of college and starting their journey into the workforce and starting to realize that in the community service needs that they have.' The Gray House currently provides groceries to people in need. Along with providing educational services to adults and offering a Kid's serves children 2 through 5. It helps provide academic support, engage in activities, and enjoy nutritious food. And if you're looking to show your support, the non-profit is always looking for non-perishable food donations. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Gray House hosts 34th Annual Spaghetti Supper
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Gray House and their neighbors of Springfield lent a helping hand Thursday evening at the 34th Annual Spaghetti Supper. The non-profit hosted more than 100 community members including several sponsors at the Greek Cultural Center. 'Whether it be somebody who just needs a jacket for the winter or somebody who really needs food every single week, we're happy to help whoever comes in our door,' shared Isabella Brady-Prankus, Executive Director for the Gray House. The community got the chance to take part in raffles and enjoy a spaghetti dinner. Each year the event honors a group of people or an individual making an impact in the region. This year's honoree was awarded to the North End C-3 unit of the Springfield Police Department. The supper is the only in-person event the Gray House hosts all year, though it is a favorite of those giving back in Springfield. 'I'm on a pasta line. I've been doing this since the beginning for 33 years.' shared Albert Saulnier with Knights of Columbus. Annually 11,000 people are served by the Gray House and more than 100 volunteers take part in supporting those in need. Since the Gray House opened its doors in 1984 donations have been important to maintain their services. For a detailed list of some of the items they provide visit here. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
