[OMAHA, Neb.], January 21, 2010 — The Heartland Chapter of the American Red Cross appreciates the leadership of TD AMERITRADE Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: AMTD) in stepping forward within the first days of the Haiti Earthquake relief effort with a corporate gift of $50,000 to support those in Haiti through the Red Cross International Relief Fund. TD AMERITRADE has also agreed to match employee donations one to one up to another $50,000. The money raised will provide food, water and shelter at a time it is needed most.
“As an Omaha business leader, TD AMERITRADE demonstrates a true commitment in its corporate generosity and its support of the generosity of its workforce across the country. “The immediate compassionate response of TD AMERITRADE and their workforce is an inspiration to us all,” said Tina Price, CEO of the Heartland Chapter. Price noted TD AMERITRADE’s significant past support of the Red Cross during the Katrina response in the United States in 2005.
“At TD AMERITRADE, we strive to be the better investment firm for today’s investor, but that vision goes beyond financial services,” said Fred Tomczyk, president and CEO of TD AMERITRADE. “It means being a better company – a better employer for our associates, a better steward to our shareholders and a better corporate citizen. Our associates are passionate about helping others live better lives, and we are pleased to be in a position that allows us to provide this much-needed support to the people of Haiti.”
Already in just the first days of what will be a long relief operation, the American Red Cross is helping in Haiti by:
• American Red Cross is sending approximately 3 million pre-packaged meals to Haiti, and will partner with the World Food Program to distribute them to survivors.
• We are providing more than 1 million water purification packets and thousands of jerry cans so people can collect and transport clean drinking water.
• American Red Cross staff, armed with first aid kits, are treating the wounded and getting the severely wounded to hospitals.
• American Red Cross is providing basic relief items such as tents for shelter, blankets, tarps, soap, hygiene supplies, kitchen sets and first aid supplies.
• Nearly 70 American Red Cross Creole-speaking volunteers are serving as interpreters for patients receiving medical care from the U.S. military on the USNS Comfort.
What the Red Cross International Movement is doing in Haiti:
• There are now Red Cross and Red Crescent teams from 30 countries helping in Haiti.
• Red Cross responders from seven countries are treating injuries and performing surgery at hospitals and medical centers throughout the capital city.
• Red Cross teams from Latin America and Asia, trained in urban search and rescue, are supporting local authorities.
• Other Red Cross members are focused on purifying the water supply available in the country and expect to deliver clean drinking water to 200,000 people (17 settlements) each day by truck.
• Local Haitian Red Cross volunteers are providing emotional support for traumatized survivors and responders as well as first aid support.
The American Red Cross stands ready to provide further assistance for those affected by this disaster in Haiti and we are grateful to have your support that brings hope and comfort to those affected by these devastating earthquakes. Once again, thank you for your compassionate support of the American Red Cross.
How to Help
You can help the victims of countless crises around the world each year by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross International Response Fund, which will provide immediate relief and long-term support through supplies, technical assistance and other support to help those in need. Donations to the International Response Fund can be sent to the American Red Cross, 2912 S. 80th Ave, Omaha, NE 68124 or made by phone at 1-800-REDCROSS or 1-800-257-7575 (Spanish) or online at www.redcrossomaha.org. Donors can also text "Haiti" to 90999 on their cell phone to send a $10 donation to support Red Cross relief efforts in Haiti.
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation's blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org or join our blog at http://blog.redcross.org.
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