Shanghai, 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 8000 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).
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 Australia, Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam and New Zealand 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 leukemia, 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.
In Chinese Mainland, 81 FedEx volunteers partnered with 6 NGOs of their choice to donate nearly 1 ton of supplies to over 600 beneficiaries. The contributions include:
- Donated nearly 97kg of books, stationery, and toys to around 170 students in 2 schools in Aohan Banner, Inner Mongolia.
- Donated and planted 10 mangrove saplings at the Mangrove Science Popularization Corridor in Tantou Village, Nansha District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, to help protect Southern China’s mangrove forests, reduce soil erosion and provide wildlife habitat.
- Donated nearly 700kg of daily necessities and medical supplies to more than 30 children with leukemia in Sanhe City, Hebei Province, including 855 goggles, 1000 disposable shoe covers, 1500 masks, 200 veils, 10 single beds, 30 mattresses and beddings, etc.
- Delivered 14 painting kits to 14 families with 30 members including children to support them during their medical treatment in Guangzhou. Each kit contains drawing books, thermos flasks, crayons, and Christmas hats.
- Donated nearly 144kg of instant food and bottled water to 35 homeless individuals in Dongguan to help them survive the winter.
- Donated and delivered 1,200 books to 319 students and 30 teachers at Jiang Wa Kou Primary School in Tianjin.
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.”
“Since FedEx first entered the Chinese market in 1984, we have been dedicated to supporting local communities through strategic investments in our people, resources, and network,” said Poh-Yian Koh, senior vice president of FedEx and president of FedEx China. “Our mission goes beyond connecting China to the world; we are equally committed to giving back to the communities where we live, serve, and work. The FedEx Cares Purple Tote Campaign transforms the passion and commitment of our team into meaningful actions that make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need. As we look to the future, we will continue to expand our efforts, working toward a brighter and more prosperous tomorrow for all.”
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 focusing 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