On October 22, 2026, the One SouthCoast Chamber hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the relocation of the United Way of Greater Fall River to its new office at 141 North Main Street in downtown Fall River. Katie Green, Vice President of Marketing and Events at One SouthCoast Chamber, emceed the gathering, acknowledging ribbon cutting sponsor Mary Reynolds of Spectrum, chamber ambassadors, and attending community leaders and elected officials.
Kim Smith, Executive Director of the United Way of Greater Fall River, highlighted that the organization was entering its 80th year of service in the community, during which it had raised and invested nearly $90 million into local services and initiatives. She thanked community partners, staff, board chair Frank Souza, Helen Souza for space design assistance, and BankFive personnel for preparing the new location. Brief congratulatory remarks were offered by Fall River Mayor Paul E. Coogan, who praised the United Way’s enduring partnership and dedication to helping city residents.
State Representative Carole Fiola addressed the crowd on behalf of the local legislative delegation, including State Representatives Steven J. Ouellette and Alan Silvia, and presented an official legislative citation honoring the organization’s 80 years of service and new downtown headquarters. The ceremony concluded with the presentation of a One SouthCoast Chamber certificate of recognition by Katie Green and the official ribbon cutting.
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- 0:00 · Opening Welcome and Sponsor Recognition
Katie Green opens the ceremony celebrating the relocation of the United Way of Greater Fall River to 141 North Main Street and thanks event sponsor Mary Reynolds from Spectrum. - 1:36 · United Way Executive Director Address
Kim Smith discusses the United Way’s 80th year of service, noting nearly $90 million invested in community programs, and expresses gratitude to partners, staff, volunteers, and BankFive. - 6:07 · Mayor’s Remarks
Mayor Paul E. Coogan delivers brief remarks commending Kim Smith and the United Way for their vital community contributions and accessible new location. - 6:50 · Legislative Citation Presentation
State Representative Carole Fiola speaks on behalf of the legislative delegation and presents an official citation recognizing the United Way’s new office and 80-year milestone. - 8:12 · Chamber Presentation and Ribbon Cutting
One SouthCoast Chamber presents a certificate of recognition before attendees gather to perform the official ribbon cutting.