Community Bank of the Chesapeake Wraps Up Annual Food & Toy Drive, Thanks Community For Support

WALDORF, Md., Dec. 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The spirit of giving was in the air this holiday season as representatives from the Southern Maryland Food Bank accepted a donation and over 500 pounds of food from Community Bank of the Chesapeake. The presentation marked the end of the Bank's Holiday Food & Toy drive, an annual event that supports local nonprofit organizations throughout its service area.

Community Bank of the Chesapeake representatives present a donation to the Southern Maryland Food Bank.

Community Bank's President and Chief Executive Officer, Bill Pasenelli, expressed his thanks to the many customers and community members who donated to the drive. "This drive is a testament to the generosity of the communities we serve," said Pasenelli said. "At this time of year, we are especially reminded about the importance of giving back. We feel extremely fortunate to live and work in communities that are so committed to helping those in need." 

This year's Food and Toy Drive ran from November 12 to December 12. All Community Bank of the Chesapeake branches served as donation sites for customers and members of the community to drop off new toys and nonperishable food items. A total of 274 toys were donated to the Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots programs in Southern Maryland, King George and Fredericksburg. Food donations benefitted the Southern Maryland Food Bank, the King George Food Pantry and the Fredericksburg Area Food Bank.

Headquartered in Waldorf, Maryland, Community Bank of the Chesapeake is a full-service commercial bank, with assets over $1 billion.  Through its 12 banking centers and four dedicated commercial lending centers, Community Bank of the Chesapeake offers a broad range of financial products and services to individuals and businesses.  Community Bank of the Chesapeake is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Community Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: TCFC). More information about Community Bank of the Chesapeake can be found at www.cbtc.com.

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SOURCE Community Bank of the Chesapeake

For further information: Diane Hicks, Assistant Vice President, Marketing Manager, (240) 427-1047, hicksd@cbtc.com