Beach Pilot Club gives and receives

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PHOTO PROVIDED 24/7 Fitness Club shows the 40 bikes that were contributed by contestants at its the annual Spirit of the Holiday's Bench Press Contest. The Beach Pilot Club donated helmets for each bike contibuted.

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PHOTO PROVIDED Pilot Club President Judy Owen accepts a $500 check from Wachovia Bank V.P. and Senior Financial Specialist, Jeanie Zumar.

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‘Tis the season for the Fort Myers Beach Pilot Club, a non-profit organization which gave and received during the holiday season.

— Giving.

The Fort Myers Beach Pilot Club recently participated in the Annual Spirit of the Holiday’s Bench Press Contest held at 24/7 Fitness club benefiting the San Carlos Park Elementary School. This is the third year owner Bryan Raymond has held the event. Contestants were asked for an entry fee of $10 and/or a new unwrapped toy. This year he offered a free personal training session for anyone contributing a bike. He received 40 bikes. The Pilot Club donated a helmet for each bike received.

— Receiving.

On the receiving end, the Pilot Club Foundation of Fort Myers Beach received an award of $500 from Wachovia Bank. Annually, Wachovia a Wells Fargo company, supports nonprofit organizations that work to strengthen our communities. Through corporate and foundation grants, they give back to non-profit organizations that address vital community needs and issues, including community development, education, human services and cultural/civic projects.