ADESA, Inc. Raises Nearly $185,000 for Red Cross Hurricane Relief Efforts
CARMEL, Ind., Oct. 25, 2005 -- ADESA, Inc. today presented a check for $184,542.20 to the American Red Cross for its continuing hurricane relief efforts in the U.S. Gulf Coast. The money was donated during the months of September and October at the company's locations located across the U.S.
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040708/DETH017LOGO )
"I'm overwhelmed by this outpouring of generosity from our employees, business partners and customers," said ADESA, Inc. Chairman, President and CEO David Gartzke, "We're pleased to be able to support the Red Cross and the critical role it plays in responding to disasters whenever and wherever they occur.
"I'm struck by the magnitude of devastation and suffering in the area," Gartzke continued. "However, I'm also struck by the way people from all around the world have pulled together to help relief efforts on the front line of this disaster. We hope this donation will be put to good use in the southern states to help families put their lives back together."
According to John Lyter, CEO of the Greater Indianapolis American Red Cross, "I want to thank ADESA employees and customers for their efforts on behalf of the Red Cross and everyone who has been affected by this human tragedy. This significant contribution will help us to shelter and feed those whose lives have been impacted in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina."
About ADESA, Inc.
Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, ADESA, Inc. is North America's largest publicly traded provider of wholesale vehicle auctions and used vehicle dealer floorplan financing. The company's operations span North America with 53 ADESA used vehicle auction sites, 32 Impact salvage vehicle auction sites and 84 AFC loan production offices. For further information on ADESA, Inc., visit the company's Web site at http://www.adesainc.com/.
About American Red Cross
All Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people. You can help the victims of this and other disasters by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Local Disaster Relief Fund, which enables the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance to those in need. Contributions can be mailed to the American Red Cross of Greater Indianapolis at 441 East 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202-3338; or made online at http://www.redcross-indy.org/ or by calling 317.684.1441.
Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040708/DETH017LOGOPRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com