Imagine this: a lifetime of hard work poured into a small business, a dream realized brick by brick. You’ve weathered economic storms, outpaced competitors, and built a loyal customer base. But what if, in an instant, a natural disaster – a hurricane, a wildfire, a flood – could sweep it all away

Approximately twenty-five percent of small businesses never recover from such catastrophes. That's not a statistic; it's a heart-wrenching reality for countless entrepreneurs. But it doesn't have to be yours.

On August 24th, NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin will be roaring onto the Daytona International Speedway with a message louder than any engine: prepare for the unexpected. His car will be a high-speed billboard for a lifeline: the Readiness for Resiliency (R4R) program.

Funded by FedEx and powered by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, R4R is a safety net for small businesses. It's like having a pit crew ready to jump in when disaster strikes. By completing a simple disaster preparedness checklist – available in both English and Spanish – you could be eligible for a $5,000 grant if a disaster hits your area.

Imagine that money repairing the damage, restocking shelves, or covering payroll. It’s fuel for your business to keep racing forward.

Every second counts in a race, and every minute counts in a disaster. Don't let a crisis catch you off guard. Register for the R4R program today. It's not just about surviving; it's about thriving. Because in the high-stakes game of business, preparedness is the ultimate victory.

Visit the R4R website now and start building your resilience. Your business deserves a fighting chance.

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FedEx Corporation

FedEx Corporation

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services. With annual revenue of $88 billion, the company offers integrated business solutions through operating companies competing collectively, operating collaboratively and innovating digitally as one FedEx. Consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its more than 500,000 employees to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities. FedEx is committed to connecting people and possibilities around the world responsibly and resourcefully, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040. To learn more, please visit fedex.com/about.

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