LAKE OSWEGO, Ore., May 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- West Coast Bank
(Nasdaq: WCBO) is a presenting corporate sponsor of the 20th
Annual Reach the Beach bike ride on Saturday, May 15, 2010, the official start of the
Oregon cycling season. Four
different route options from Portland, Salem, Amity
and Grand Ronde ensure that the
American Lung Association fundraiser is perfect for all cyclists.
Each participant raises support for the organization in this
premier Oregon cycling event.
Regional President Dave Hansen
said, "West Coast Bank's sponsorship of Reach the Beach
serves customers in our bank market area. Cycling enthusiasts and
bank employees alike team up on this worthwhile event to raise
funds for the American Lung Association."
Proceeds from Reach the Beach will help prevent and cure lung
disease and promote lung health through education, advocacy and
research. For more information and to register, visit
www.reachthebeach.org.
West Coast Bancorp is a Northwest bank holding company with
$2.7 billion in assets, operating 65
offices in Oregon and Washington. The Company combines the
sophisticated products and expertise of larger banks with the local
decision making, market knowledge and customer service of a
community bank. For more information, visit the Company web site at
www.wcb.com.
SOURCE West Coast Bank