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The funds were raised through a unique in-store event for ACE associatesand customers called "Give a Little," and represent the largest contributionthat ACE has made to the March of Dimes.
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"The March of Dimes campaign is the largest fundraiser that we conducteach year, and the real credit goes to our ACE associates," said Jay B.Shipowitz, ACE's President and CEO. "This is a new record for charitablegiving at ACE. I am particularly pleased with the response we've receivedfrom our customers. Their generosity is what fuels this campaign and helpedmake this year's donation the largest ever."
ACE conducts the annual fundraiser as a part of its commitment to formstronger connections among employees, customers and communities in which ACEdoes business. In total, ACE has raised over $1 million for the March ofDimes, while also contributing to other national charitable organizationsincluding the American Red Cross and Junior Achievement.
"We are grateful to ACE Cash Express and its associates for their support,which is enabling us to fund new research and community-based programs so morefamilies can experience the joy of a healthy baby," stated Dr. Jennifer L.Howse, president of the March of Dimes. "ACE employees and customers can takegreat pride in the important role they're playing in the success of our workto give every baby a healthy start in life."
About ACE
ACE Cash Express, Inc. is a leading retailer of financial services,including check cashing, short-term consumer loans, bill payment and prepaiddebit card services, and the largest owner, operator and franchisor of checkcashing stores in the United States. As of June 30, 2007, ACE had a networkof 1,712 stores in 38 states and the District of Columbia, consisting of 1,528company-owned stores and 184 franchised stores. ACE focuses on servingconsumers, many of whom seek alternatives to traditional banking relationshipsin order to gain convenient and immediate access to financial services.
About The ACE Community Fund
ACE Cash Express, Inc. implemented a corporate giving program in 2003, theACE Community Fund, as a way to give back to communities where ACE has stores.The ACE Community Fund supports charities that help children, supporteducation and promote financial literacy. Each year, ACE sets aside onepercent of the previous year's net income to support these worthwhile causesthrough the ACE Community Fund. Since its inception, the ACE Community Fundhas donated over $1,143,000 to 41 charities.
About The March of Dimes
The March of Dimes is a national voluntary health agency whose mission isto improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth,and infant mortality. Founded in 1938, the March of Dimes funds programs ofresearch, community services, education, and advocacy to save babies and in2003 launched a campaign to address the increasing rate of premature birth.For more information, visit the March of Dimes Web site athttp://www.marchofdimes.com or its Spanish language Web site athttp://www.nacersano.org.
SOURCE ACE Cash Express, Inc.
