Dr. Casterline honored as 'Outstanding Philanthropist'

Bill O’Boyle, The Times Leader, Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
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Nov. 19—PLAINS TWP. — Dr. Charlotte L. Casterline M.D. on Friday was named Outstanding Philanthropist at the Association of Fundraising Professionals NEPA Chapter's National Philanthropy Day Awards Luncheon, held at The Woodlands Inn.

Dr. Casterline was honored for her work with the Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA.

At the annual event, AFP honors individuals and organizations that demonstrate tireless dedication to philanthropy. Award recipients are nominated for outstanding commitment and leadership in all aspects of philanthropy.

This year's winners are:

—Outstanding Fundraising Professional winner, Lauren Pluskey McLain, Geisinger Senior Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, who was nominated by the AFP NEPA Chapter Board of Directors.

—Outstanding Lifetime Achievement winner, Maryla Scranton, nominated by Jo Ann Verduce,development director at Saint Joseph's Center.

—Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser winners, Mark and Diane Michalczyk, nominated by Kurt Bauman, vice president of community and economic development services at NEPA Alliance, and Eileen Brown, lead project manager at Messer.

—Outstanding Foundation winner, Robert H. Spitz Foundation, nominated by Scranton Area Community Foundation.

—Outstanding Corporation winner InterMetro, nominated by King's College.

The 2022 Philanthropy Day chair is AFP NEPA Chapter Treasurer and JCA of Northeastern PA CEO Gary Bernstein.

"November 18 is a special day set aside to celebrate and recognize the great contributions of philanthropy in our community and to those people active in the philanthropic community who work hard to enrich and strengthen our world," Bernstein said. "Please join me in congratulating all of this year's honorees and to celebrate the charitable work that EVERYONE does to make a difference in making our community safer, stronger and healthier."

The luncheon was sponsored by Geisinger, Berkshire Asset Management, King's College, M&T Bank, Moses Taylor Foundation, and PNC Bank.

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