1in9 Organization Secures $10,000 from Worldwide Express
Newly Created Nonprofit Helps Breast Cancer Patients
RALEIGH, NC, January 30, 2011
Worldwide Express (www.wwex.com), a global air and ground shipping company with more than 150 franchises in the United States, is contributing $10,000 to the recently established nonprofit 1in9 (www.1in9.com). Started in 2010, the organization strives to financially support women enduring breast cancer treatments in a means that removes the red tape."There are a number of outstanding organizations dedicated to breast cancer research. While many are worthy of support, we chose to fund 1in9 because the money goes toward women who are less fortunate financially and battling breast cancer," says Tom Madine, Worldwide Express president and COO. "Worldwide Express is honored to be a sponsor of 1in9, and to be able to contribute to an organization where our support can immediately assist patients in need."
Proceeds from 1in9 are donated to patients in ways that will ease the emotional and financial burdens related to cancer care. Examples include: transportation assistance, lodging, food and medical co-pays.
For more information on corporate sponsorships of 1in9, visit http://www.1in9.com/sponsors.
About Worldwide Express:
Worldwide Express specializes in global air and ground shipping for the small to medium-sized business market. More than 30,000 customers trust Worldwide Express to handle more than 10 million shipments each year via Worldwide Express' extensive network of carrier partners. Worldwide Express is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and maintains 150-plus franchises across the country. For more information, visit http://www.wwex.com.
About 1in9:
One in nine women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. 1in9.com is a website and blog dedicated to supporting breast cancer patients and their families, and raising awareness of their needs. The proceeds from 1in9 are donated to patients in ways that will ease the emotional and financial burdens related to cancer care including: transportation, lodging, food and medical co-pays. In addition, 1in9 strives to promote community awareness regarding the incidence of breast cancer and the importance of early diagnosis through yearly mammograms, physical exams and monthly self-exams. For more information, visit http://www.1in9.com.