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UPS Delivers Sixth Straight Year of Top Giving to United Way

UPS Delivers Sixth Straight Year of Top Giving to United Way

Published 03-02-06

Submitted by United Way of America

Alexandria, VA- For the sixth consecutive year, UPS has set a new record for United Way giving. In 2005, UPS pledged more than $57.4 million, topping all previous records for United Way giving by a U.S. corporation.

This year's support, based on giving from employees and the company through The UPS Foundation, surpasses the previous record donation set by UPS in 2004. UPS was the first company to exceed the $50 million mark in one annual campaign when it donated $52.2 million in 2001, and the giving has continued to grow since.

"UPS, its employees and retirees continue to raise the bar each year with their extensive engagement in communities around the country," said Brian Gallagher, president and CEO of United Way of America. "Their generosity and commitment to making a difference starts at the local level. With this kind of dedication and participation, it is no surprise they are ranked #1 byFortune magazine for social responsibility."

More than 237,000 UPS employees participated in this year's campaign, contributing more than $49.4 million. The company then contributed $8 million through The UPS Foundation. In the company's hometown of Atlanta, Georgia, UPS and its employees donated $4.4 million, the largest contribution to United Way of any Atlanta-based company.

"UPS and United Way share a common goal of building stronger communities and helping those in need," said Evern Cooper Epps, president of The UPS Foundation. "We are so proud of our employees who continue to show their dedication to a range of important causes, including United Way."

In addition to the monetary contributions, UPS employees also volunteer their time and talents to help those in need.

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About United Way of America
United Way of America is the national organization dedicated to leading the United Way movement in making a measurable impact in every community across America by focusing on the root causes of the most serious problems. The United Way movement includes approximately 1,400 community-based United Way organizations. Each is independent, separately incorporated, and governed by local volunteers. For more information about United Way of America, please visit: www.unitedway.org.

About The UPS Foundation
Founded in 1951 and based in Atlanta, Ga., The UPS Foundation identifies specific areas where its support will clearly impact social issues. The UPS Foundation's major initiatives currently include programs that support increased global volunteerism, literacy and hunger relief. In 2005, The UPS Foundation donated $43.5 million to charitable organizations worldwide. Visit community.ups.com for more information about UPS's community involvement.

About UPS
UPS is the world's largest package delivery company and a global leader in supply chain services, offering an extensive range of options for synchronizing the flow of goods, information and funds. Headquartered in Atlanta, UPS serves more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. UPS's stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange (UPS) and the company can be found on the Web at ups.com.

United Way of America

United Way of America

United Way of America is the national organization dedicated to leading the United Way movement in making a measurable impact in every community across America by focusing on the root causes of the most serious problems. The United Way movement includes approximately 1,400 community-based United Way organizations. Each is independent, separately incorporated, and governed by local volunteers.

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