FedEx Express Assists Water Missions International in Honduras Response

At the request of the First Lady of Honduras, Water Missions sent 10 water purification units to Teguicigalpa in response to recent flooding, with FedEx donating the transportation. Each unit will purify 10,000 gallons of water per day, permanently. FedEx Honduras cleared the freight on October 31 and Water Mission volunteers will immediately install the systems.

Feeling the Love

The social responsibility award recognition we received on October 30th from the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai was especially sweet in that the China office of ORBIS International initiated the award application process. The award is the fruit of a wonderful ongoing collaboration between FedEx and ORBIS. We certainly “feel the love” from ORBIS. They are so gracious and appreciative of the support we provide them.

FedEx Abre Puertas (FedEx Opens Doors)

In my house, living with two parents who both had their Masters and a mom who was president of the school board, college was clearly in my future. However, we weren't always sure if we could afford it. In the end, it was the generosity of the community that allowed me to begin college in the fall of ‘94 with a handful of scholarships.

Keep Kids Safe This Halloween

As Halloween approaches, I have one challenge for all of us. If only for this one day, put away the cell phone or Blackberry as you drive home. Seriously. Also, forget about snagging a few pieces of Halloween candy from the back seat as you keep half an eye on traffic in front of you. And let's keep kids safe this Halloween!

FedEx elves join Jerry Rice in helping those in need

Over 40 FedEx elves joined in the fun at the 14th Annual Jerry Rice toy drive and holiday festival. Thousands of toys were collected that will benefit 15 different children’s charities all around the Bay Area including Children’s Hospital Oakland and Shelter Network of San Mateo County.