G4S Named Outstanding Philanthropic Corporation

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Nov. 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- G4S Secure Solutions (USA), the leading integrated security provider in the United States, was named Outstanding Philanthropic Corporation by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) of Palm Beach County. The AFP represents more than 30,000 members in 200 chapters throughout the world, advancing philanthropy through advocacy, education and certification programs. G4S was recognized for the impact the company and its workforce have made on local communities.

"We believe in giving back to our communities and we are honored to be recognized," said Drew Levine, President G4S Secure Solutions North America. "Whether they use our Match-It! Program to double the money they raise for charity or join colleagues at a Habitat for Humanity build, we support the impact that our employees make when they support good causes in their local communities."

In South Florida, G4S has been significantly involved, sponsoring Habitat for Humanity home builds since 2013 and the G4S Cycling team in charitable rides since 2008. On Nov. 4, G4S hosted its 21st annual Golf Tournament, raising more than $130,000. Proceeds from the event support organizations nationally and locally, including Gold Coast Down Syndrome, military support organizations and cancer foundations. All told, G4S has donated nearly $3 million and thousands of hours to charitable organizations across the country.

In addition to corporate giving, G4S supports employees' individual philanthropic efforts through its G4S Match-It! program, matching funds raised (up to $500) for charities or community causes. Since 2013, has matched $32,816 of the $90,000 raised by employees.

To celebrate this honor, G4S encourages its 55,000 employees in North America to support Giving Tuesday on Nov. 28 and apply for matching funds through Match-It! To learn more about the positive impact G4S employees make on local communities, view the community service playlist or visit the G4S website.

About G4S

G4S is the world's leading global, integrated security company specializing in the delivery of security and related services to customers across six continents. The group is active in more than 100 countries, and is the largest employer quoted on the London Stock Exchange with over 585,000 employees and has a secondary stock exchange listing in Copenhagen. For more information on G4S, visit G4S.us.

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