Square One receives grant to help rebuild center ravaged by 2011 tornado

SPRINGFIELD, Mass (WWLP) – Local and state officials as well as Square One leaders, staff and even a few kiddos went to the site of the old Square One building in the South End for the announcement of a special gift.

Recently, Balise Auto donated $1 million dollars and on Friday, the MassMutual Foundation announced another $1 million dollar grant for a rebuilding project. MassMutual Foundation President and CEO, Dennis Duquette said they are happy to support Square One with their mission.

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“This is a dream come true” said Square One President and CEO, Dawn DiStefano.

Some of the Square One children put on their construction vests and helmets and visited the construction site of the new Square One center. The site used to be home to the Square One center until it was destroyed in the 2011 Tornado that hit western Massachusetts…

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