Ryder Achieves Biggest Employee Campaign Results to Date for United Way

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Ryder System, Inc. R, a leader in commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions, is proud to announce it has surpassed its 2014 United Way Campaign goal, with a total contribution of $700,000, constituting Ryder's largest contribution and record setting employee pledge total to the United Way to date.

Funds raised through the annual campaign are invested in programs and initiatives that prepare children and youth for success in school and life, help individuals and families pave a path to financial stability, and offer health screenings and resources that help individuals, families, and older adults improve their health.

These funds were raised during Ryder's “Greater Giving” campaign at four major employee centers including the Company's Global Headquarters in Miami, Fla., and Company offices in Novi, Mich; Alpharetta, Ga.; and Ft. Worth, Tex. Co-chaired by Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Karen Jones and Vice President of Asset Management Eugene Tangney, the campaign consisted of an event-filled week that included a Ryder “Top Chef” competition, “Live and Learn” workshop sessions, employee tours of United Way-sponsored organizations, and an entertaining Ryder Variety Show.

“Ryder's commitment and passion for helping others is unwavering,” said Harve A. Mogul, United Way of Miami-Dade president and CEO. “The Ryder employee campaign is one of the largest and oldest in our history and a wonderful example of a model campaign where staff at every level is engaged in making Miami a better place for all of us.”

Ryder has supported the United Way of Miami-Dade for more than 40 years. Each year, the annual campaign is organized by Company officers at the Miami Headquarters and a group of volunteers who planned and executed a week of fundraising activities and donations made through an online pledging portal. Donations made by Ryder's employees play a critical role in meeting the goal.

“Co-chairing this worthy cause was both fun and rewarding,” shared Mr. Tangney. “I was extremely pleased to see so many here at Ryder share of their time, talent, and treasure.”

“It is important that we continue to raise the bar in helping those in need within our communities,” said Ms. Jones. “The fact that we continue to surpass our goal year after year is a true testament to the importance we place on greater giving at Ryder.”

“Giving back in the communities where we work and live is an inherent part of our culture at Ryder,” said Ryder's Chairman and CEO Robert Sanchez. “Thanks to the continued growth in the number of people who are coming together to make a difference in the lives of others, we have been able to help United Way further their mission.”

About Ryder

Ryder is a FORTUNE 500® commercial fleet management and supply chain solutions company. Ryder's stock R is a component of the Dow Jones Transportation Average and the Standard & Poor's 500 Index. Inbound Logistics magazine has recognized Ryder as a top third party logistics provider and green supply chain partner. In addition, Security Magazine has named Ryder one of the top companies for security practices in the transportation, logistics, supply chain, and warehousing sector. Ryder is a proud member of the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program, supporting national and local disaster preparedness and response efforts. For more information, visit www.ryder.com and follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.