BINGHAMTON— M&T Bank today announced $41,200 in grant funding to 12 local nonprofit organizations that are fighting food insecurity in the Southern Tier.

M&T Bank representatives said the company is a longtime supporter of the region’s food banks, nutrition programs, and hunger-relief charities. The effort to combat hunger has additional significance with the pandemic taking a severe toll on the economy, creating greater need for food assistance throughout the community.

“We have a responsibility to look after our most vulnerable neighbors. During what has been an exceptionally difficult year, these 12 nonprofits have been putting food on tables, sustaining nutrition for children and seniors, and bringing dignity to those facing hardships,” said M&T Bank Regional President Peter Newman. “This contribution helps our local food pantries in that mission, which will bring some measure of relief this holiday season.”