Mark R. Haranas, president and CEO of MutualOne Bank and chairman of the MutualOne Charitable Foundation has announced a $15,000 grant to the United Way of Tri-County (UWOTC).

According to Paul Mina, president and CEO of UWOTC, the grant will support the organization’s operations in Framingham which include a food pantry, free community meal program, Ready to Read literacy program, and several other social service programs.

“When people can meet their most critical needs, families and communities are stronger,” said Haranas. “We are pleased to support these programs that benefit local residents.”