3.08.2005 ET

(CSRwire) NEW YORK - For the second year in a row, Deloitte & Touche USA LLP, one of the nation's leading professional services organizations, ran the largest-ever United Way electronic workplace giving campaign. The people of Deloitte pledged $14.4 million to charitable causes by using United eWay for its 2004 campaign. United eWay is the charitable organization's web-based application for electronic giving.

Deloitte has annually increased its total level of giving for the past several years. "Giving to our communities through United Way is an expression of our values," said William G. Parrett, Global CEO of Deloitte and board member of United Way of America. "We're a business leader in many respects, but nothing gives us greater pride than to lead in our support of the community."

Brian Gallagher, President of United Way of America, noted that Deloitte also broke its own record and continues to lead the country in corporate participation in United Way's prestigious Alexis de Tocqueville Society (AdT), which is comprised of individuals who contribute $10,000 or more. "Deloitte continues to set the standard in workplace giving," said Gallagher. "It's a true measure of leadership to consistently top the Alexis de Tocqueville list." With more than 500 donors at this level, Deloitte increased its number of AdT members by over 15 percent.

Deloitte considers its United Way campaign to be a major part of its overall commitment to the community. "Our workplace giving program allows our people to fully demonstrate their willingness to help others. I'm proud of these results and I appreciate the generosity of our people," said James H. Quigley, CEO of Deloitte & Touche USA LLP . "The United eWay tool facilitates giving by providing everyone with an easy way to contribute. We think our results are a testament to its effectiveness and efficiency."

Deloitte's United Way campaign complements the organization's workplace volunteerism and other philanthropic efforts throughout the year. In the spirit of its commitment to community service, Deloitte recently held IMPACT Day, its national day of volunteering. Nearly 20,000 employees in the United States took the opportunity to set aside their work for the day and volunteer in the community. Deloitte is widely recognized as a leader in groundbreaking human resource programs and community involvement and is known for fostering a culture that is inclusive, diverse, open and flexible. Deloitte considers community involvement a business imperative and encourages its people to volunteer their time and talent.

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