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The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Peninsula has named Oracle its 2007 Leading Corporation. The Leading Citizens Awards recognizes individuals and entities for their outstanding commitment and support of youth and is one of the most prestigious events in Silicon Valley.
Oracle has been a long-term supporter of the Boys & Girls Club, teaming up with the organization on a wide range of organized efforts from Oracle Community Impact Grants and Oracle Volunteer support to education program development and assistance from the Oracle Education Foundation.
“We are delighted to be honored by the Boys & Girls Club,” said Safra Catz, President and Chief Financial Officer, Oracle, who accepted the award on our company's behalf at the Leading Citizens Awards ceremony held in Palo Alto, California, on October 17, 2007. “Oracle is committed to making a positive impact on our local community. We have a long history of employee volunteerism, charitable giving, and a strong commitment to improving education. Our work with the Boys & Girls Club is a reflection of this commitment.”
It is the clubs’ mission to guide and inspire the youth of the community to develop the attitudes and life skills they need to achieve their full potential.
“Oracle is an amazing partner of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula,” said Peter Fortenbaugh, Director, Boys & Girls Club of the Peninsula. “Since 2003, the company and its foundation have contributed approximately $2 million to support the Club's Academics program. It has been very involved in regular program reviews and even facilitated a comprehensive evaluation of the Academic program, which led to further improvements in the program.”
In addition, Oracle employees in the Bay Area regularly volunteer at the clubs helping children learn to read, teaching them to use technology, and more.
“When we need IT support, office furniture or equipment, or even leadership training, Oracle is there,” said James Harris, Operations Director, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula.
Matt Mayerson, Vice President, Manufacturing & Distribution, Oracle, sits on the club's Boards of Directors. Oracle Chairman Jeff Henley is a Past President of the Board and continues to be a strong advocate for the clubs locally, in addition to being a long-time National Trustee for the Boys and Girls Clubs of America.
Oracle is committed to using our technology and resources to advance education in innovative ways, promote diversity, enrich the life of communities, and protect the environment. We are proud that the same innovative spirit behind Oracle’s technological success also drives the creation of innovative global corporate citizenship initiatives that benefit our communities. Our partnership with the Boys & Girls Club is an example one of our initiatives. |
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