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01/23/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/23/2025 00:52

FedEx Teams Spread Festive Cheer, Supporting Relief Efforts for Flood-Affected Communities in Thailand

Bangkok, Thailand, January 23, 2025 - Demonstrating unwavering commitment to community support, over 800 team members from Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world's largest express transportation companies, dedicated more than 1,000 volunteer hours to collect and donate more than 3,600 kilograms (almost 8,000 pounds) of essential supplies for those in need. These efforts have benefited over 1,650 individuals, including young children, the elderly, and underserved groups, through collaboration with more than 20 non-profit organizations (NGOs).

In collaboration with the Mirror Foundation in Thailand, over 200 FedEx team members collected 53 boxes and 75 purple totes of relief supplies, such as beddings, kitchenware, and cleaning supplies, amounting to 450 kilograms. These items were donated to rural communities impacted by the prolonged floods in Northern Thailand. The Mirror Foundation plays a crucial role in ensuring that aid reaches vulnerable communities impacted by natural disasters, particularly those who lack access to essential resources.

These donations of supplies were made as part of the annual FedEx Cares Purple Tote Campaign which ran between October - December 31, 2024, to empower FedEx team members to see their impact and support the NGOs they value most in their local communities. FedEx volunteers from 11 markets in the region including Thailand, Australia, China, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam took part in the program.

This year, FedEx team members once again united across the region, forming teams of various sizes. The team members ensured the contributions made a meaningful difference and included supporting children with leukaemia, providing educational supplies, and assisting families and individuals in need. Each team worked with their chosen charities, gathering essential items such as packaged food, books, toys, winter clothing, and hygiene kits. These donations were delivered in FedEx Cares purple tote bags, symbolizing care, and compassion. Beneficiaries - including young children, the elderly, and underserved groups - received these heartfelt donations from FedEx team members.

Kawal Preet, President of FedEx Asia Pacific, shared her enthusiasm for the campaign's success: "At FedEx, we know that building real connections and making a difference in our communities is at the heart of what we do. The FedEx Cares Purple Tote Campaign is a powerful reminder of how much we can achieve when we come together to help others. It makes me incredibly proud to see our team members step up and support those in need - this reflects the values of 'teamwork' and "'taking care of each other' that shape who we are. Showing up for our communities where we live, and work is part of our contribution towards positive change across the region."

Sasathorn Phaspinyo, managing director of FedEx Thailand added, "We are incredibly proud of the proactive participation from our team members for this initiative, which underscores our unwavering commitment to supporting underserved communities. Through this campaign, our team members have demonstrated that connecting people and possibilities goes beyond business - it is about making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Together with the Mirror Foundation, we are making collective efforts to deliver hope and care to those most affected by natural disasters across the country."

As part of FedEx Cares, team members around the globe are encouraged to come together to 'Drive forward. Give back' by volunteering and participating in countless acts of service throughout the year. Every year, FedEx Cares promotes charitable giving, employee volunteer efforts, and in-kind shipping services that help support the communities the company serves. In FY24, FedEx contributed $55 million[1]in total charitable contributions around the world focussing on programs supporting Delivering for Good, Sustainable Logistics, and Global Entrepreneurship. Learn more at fedexcares.com.

[1] 2024-FedEx-Economic-Impact-Report.pdf- page 42