Team members of the RBC FINCO, Palmdale Branch, recently donated a Dell desktop computer system to Columbus Primary School. The computer was handed over to the principal along with the head boy, head girl and deputy head girl during a ceremony on April 26, 2013 at the FINCO Palmdale Branch.
The system will be used by the school's literacy coordinator to assist with the school's intervention program. The intervention program is designed to support students with special learning needs so that they can progress academically without being completely separated from the mainstream educational system.
All funds for the purchase of the computer system were raised by the FINCO Palmdale Branch team. This recent donation builds upon the branch's efforts to make a difference in and contribute back to the local community. Earlier this year the branch made a cash donation and provided food and clothing to The Great Commission Ministries.
Jan Knowles, RBC manager, public relations and communications, congratulated the Palmdale team on the time and effort they allocate to initiatives that impact the community. "We are very proud of the staff of RBC FINCO Palmdale. They embody RBC's commitment to build stronger communities for a better future through sponsorships and volunteerism."
Marcus Hutcheson, branch manager, FINCO Palmdale Branch, explained: "As a branch, we are always trying to find ways in which we can positively impact the community.
"This initiative was truly an RBC FINCO Palmdale Branch team effort and to be involved in such a selfless act of giving provided a feeling of great satisfaction."
Roberts, principal, Columbus Primary School, thanked RBC FINCO Palmdale for their donation. "On behalf of the entire Columbus Primary family, I wish to thank RBC FINCO for their philanthropic support. Our staff and students are particularly grateful for the computer system which will serve us well," she exclaimed. "With responsive, responsible corporate citizens such as RBC, we are able to more effectively meet the demanding needs of the diverse student body of this fine institution."

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