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Federated Department Stores, and its Macy's and Bloomingdale's store divisions, have a long and generous history of partnership with United Way. In 2004, Federated contributed more than $11.4 million to United Ways across the country - $8.4 million from individual employees and $3 million from the Federated Foundation. Among other National Corporate Leadership companies, this level of support places Federated in the top 25 overall. With Federated's merger with The May Department Stores Company (which gave $10.3 million to United Way through its Foundation and employees in 2004), the number of Macy's stores will double in 2006 and community commitment will remain strong in scores of new Federated cities.
Federated's interest in becoming a United Way National Corporate Leader involved much more than financial commitment. It is the wide-ranging support of Federated for the community, evidenced by the company's cornerstone value of "Give Back," that makes the United Way partnership so strong. Company-wide involvement starts with the leadership team (Chairman Terry Lundgren serves on the United Way of New York Executive Committee) and is especially evident in the engagement of employees nationwide through its "Partners in Time" volunteer program. In 2004, employees gave more than 118,000 hours in service through 2,600 projects with United Way and other nonprofits, valued at more than $2 million. Partners in Time was honored in 2005 with the Points of Light Foundation "Award for Excellence in Workplace Volunteer Programs." Macy's and Bloomingdale's also share the important "Give Back" message through customer campaigns that bring awareness and funds to United Way, partnered agencies and other nonprofit organizations throughout the year.
ABOUT FEDERATED DEPARTMENT STORES, INC.
Federated Department Stores, Inc., with corporate offices in Cincinnati and New York, is one of the nation's premier retailers. By September 2006, the company will operate about 850 Macy's stores and nearly 40 Bloomingdale's stores, as well as macys.com and Bloomingdales by Mail. In addition to strong community commitment, Macy's and Bloomingdale's are known for fashion apparel for men, women and children; unique accessories, intimate apparel, shoes and cosmetics; and distinctive merchandise for the home. Federated has a reputation as a diverse and inclusive organization that puts customers first and develops its employees as its most important asset. For more information, visit www.fds.com.
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 U.S. Bancorp and its employees have an incredible partnership with United Way. In 2004, U.S. Bancorp contributed a total of $10.1 million to United Ways across the country. Employees generously pledged $5.4 million and the additional $4.7 million was given by the U.S. Bancorp Foundation. Among other National Corporate Leadership companies, this level of support puts U.S. Bancorp in the top 35 overall and highest in corporate per capita giving in their industry.
U.S. Bancorp´s invitation to become a part of United Way of America´s National Corporate Leadership program was, however, based on much more than just their financial commitment to United Way. It is U.S. Bancorp´s passionate commitment to the communities where they live and work that makes this partnership with United Way so incredible. The company-wide commitment to and enthusiasm for United Way starts with the leadership team but is most evident in the engagement of all employees through their volunteer efforts with both United Way and other local programs.
For all these reasons and many more, it is with great pleasure that we welcome U.S. Bancorp as a National Corporate Leader. ABOUT U.S. BANCORP:
U.S. Bancorp (NYSE:USB), with $204 billion in assets, is the 6th largest financial holding company in the United States. The company operates 2,383 banking offices and 4,877 ATMs in 24 states, and provides a comprehensive line of banking, brokerage, insurance, investment, mortgage, trust and payment services products to consumers, businesses and institutions. U.S. Bancorp is home of the Five Star Service Guarantee in which the company pays customers if certain key banking benefits and services are not met. U.S. Bancorp is the parent company of U.S. Bank. Visit U.S. Bancorp on the web at www.usbank.com.com. |
 Xcel Energy and its employees share a long and generous history of giving to United Way. In 2004, its employees and retirees made their caring count, contributing $2,068,100. The Xcel Energy Foundation matched those gifts dollar-for-dollar, for a total contribution of more than $4.1 million in critical community support. In the last three years, Xcel Energy has increased their giving to United Way by 47%.
The invitation to become a part of United Way of America´s National Corporate Leader program was extended to Xcel Energy because of the importance they place on being engaged in their communities. More than 800 employees and retirees in over 200 company locations volunteered their time and skills to United Way in 2004. In addition, the company´s "Dollars for Doers" program makes dollar donations for each hour employees´ volunteer at qualifying nonprofit organizations. Last year, that was almost 13,000 hours!
It is because of this tremendous enthusiasm and dedication to their partnership with United Way that we are pleased to welcome and recognize Xcel Energy as a National Corporate Leader. ABOUT EXCEL ENERGY
Xcel Energy is the fourth largest combination natural gas and electricity company in the nation with regulated operations in 10 Western and Midwestern states. Xcel Energy provides a comprehensive portfolio of energy related products and services to 3.3 million electricity customers and 1.7 million natural gas customers through its regulated operating companies. Company headquarters are located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. More information is available at www.xcelenergy.com.com.
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 Ford Motor Company and its employees have been one of United
Way´s most generous supporters for decades. In 2004, employees of Ford gave a remarkable $14,383,679 which, combined with gifts from the
company of $2,765,000, improved numerous lives in communities across America. This level of giving from Ford ranks it amongst the top twenty most generous corporations supporting United Way.
Ford was invited to be part of United Way of America´s National
Corporate Leadership program because of its longstanding dedication to our nation´s communities. Community Relations Committees, which are employee-led groups in many of the locations where Ford has facilities, support a range of programs with their volunteered time and through contributions. They aim to make our world a better place to live, one community at a time. "Ford has been a valuable partner to the United Way movement for decades," said Brian Gallagher, United Way of America president and CEO. "We are pleased that they are formalizing this partnership by joining our esteemed National Corporate Leadership
program." ABOUT FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures and distributes automobiles in 200 markets across six continents. With more than 325,000 employees and 110 plants worldwide, the company's core and affiliated automotive brands include Aston Martin, Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercury and Volvo. Its automotive-related services include Ford Motor Credit Company and Hertz. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit www.fordvehicles.com. |
 ING and its employees are strong supporters of United Way and its mission to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities. Not only through the employee and corporate giving campaign but also through ING´s outstanding Volunteer Program.
ING is incredibly committed to volunteerism and encourages volunteering among its employees through three key programs; ING Community Partners, Volunteer Time Away and Volunteer Matching Gifts.
ING is a groundbreaker in the territory of streamlining their Volunteer Time Away Program through use of technology. ING is a premier user of United eWay´s Volunteer Solutions tool and have created a new online application to capture and track employees´ time away from the office to volunteer. ING is the first NCL Company that has taken this step and created such a state of the art approach to their Volunteer Program!
In 2004, ING employees, combined with the company match, gave $1.6 million to help improve communities across America.
ING was invited to be part of United Way of America´s National Corporate Leadership program because of their dedication to making an impact in our nation´s communities through their highly structured campaign, corporate match and stellar volunteer program. ING is a great addition to the NCL family and we are proud to have them as a friend and supporter of United Way. ABOUT ING
ING Group N.V. (NYSE: ING) is one of the largest integrated financial services companies in the world, providing insurance, banking, and asset management products. The company strives to provide an innovative, client-focused approach to its financial products and services through strategic global distribution channels. In the U.S., ING offers a comprehensive array of financial services to retail and institutional clients which include financial planning, mutual funds, retirement plans, managed accounts, alternative investments, direct banking, institutional investment management, annuities, life insurance, employee benefits, and reinsurance. ING holds top-tier rankings in key U.S. markets and serves over 14 million customers across the nation. Globally, ING serves over 60 million private, corporate, and institutional clients throughout 50 countries. For more information, visit www.ing.com. |
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