PHILADELPHIA -- The Southeastern Pennsylvanian Chapter of the American Red Cross today announced that SAP America, Inc., a subsidiary of SAP AG (NYSE: SAP), is on par to raise in excess of $15,000 by hosting its annual SAP ParsForCharity Golf-A-Thon, a year-long, Internet-based multiple round golf challenge that increases the Golf-A-Thon monies raised based on points earned for pars or better scores.
Since 2004, SAP Americas has supported the Southeastern Pennsylvania American Red Cross in many ways, including through this virtual golf tournament. Teams of employees throughout the organization get involved for a good cause – and in hopes of earning the title of “National Champion.” Prizes are awarded in a number of categories, including best golfers and most money raised. This year, the American Red Cross will also present the Red Cross Short Game Trophy to a deserved winner at a year-end tournament.
“The Red Cross values its partnership with SAP Americas, and we are gracious for their leadership involvement and continual support of our efforts here in Southeastern Pennsylvania,” said Tom Foley, CEO, American Red Cross SEPA Chapter. “We are especially happy that SAP has chosen the Red Cross as the beneficiary of such an innovative employee engagement activity.”
“ParsForCharity is a unique way to blend SAP’s strong philanthropical commitment to the Philadelphia area with our passion for technology,” said Terry Laudal, SVP, Human Resources, SAP America, Inc. “This is truly a case of combining doing good and having fun.”
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
About SAP
SAP is the world’s leading provider of business software*. More than 41,200 customers in more than 120 countries run SAP® applications—from distinct solutions addressing the needs of small and midsize enterprises to suite offerings for global organizations. Powered by the SAP NetWeaver® platform to drive innovation and enable business change, SAP software helps enterprises of all sizes around the world improve customer relationships, enhance partner collaboration and create efficiencies across their supply chains and business operations. SAP solution portfolios support the unique business processes of more than 25 industries, including high tech, retail, financial services, healthcare and the public sector. With subsidiaries in more than 50 countries, the company is listed on several exchanges, including the Frankfurt stock exchange and NYSE under the symbol “SAP.”
About ParsForCharity
The ParsforCharityTM Golf-a-thon use the GolfChamp databank to calculate/track pledges; rank individuals, teams, organizations and regions against each other; provide a daily results snapshot and project status that it displays 24/7. Additional information can be found at www.parsforcharity.org.
