INDIAN RIVER COUNTY – CASTLE, the premier agency for the prevention of child abuse on the Treasure Coast, is proud to announce that the Wachovia Foundation has contributed $5,000 to benefit its prevention programs. The Foundation has lent support to the CASTLE organization and its efforts to protect the stability of families for the past four years. Joseph P. Lembo, Wachovia’s Area President for the Treasure Coast and William Whall, Community Bank President of the Gold Coast North Region, presented the check to the CASTLE staff and several representatives from the CASTLE board and the CASTLE Foundation board. We were honored at the statement from Mr. Lembo, “The support of CASTLE reflects Wachovia’s commitment to help provide a safe, stable environment for children in our communities”. The Wachovia Foundation’s support is a perfect example of what an organization can do to make a world of difference in the lives of children. Their contribution could not have come at a better time. Contributions are essential to CASTLE’s ability to help prevent abuse to children. About The Wachovia FoundationThe Wachovia Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible 501(c) (3) tax-exempt organizations to support four primary focus areas: Education, Community Development, Health and Human Services and Arts and Culture. The mission of The Wachovia Foundation is to build strong and vibrant communities, improve the quality of life, and make a positive difference.CASTLE is a United Way partner organization and is supported by the area Children’s Services Councils as well as UFF. CASTLE facilities are located in St. Lucie County (772-465-6011), Martin County (772-781-4510) and Indian River County (772-567-5700). For further information, call Gundula Hargraves at (772) 567-5700 or visit our website at www.exchangecastle.org. For information on Wachovia Bank, contact Kathy Harrison at (904) 489-3602, Kathy.harrison@wachovia.com.
