It's crunch time. Right now, the Postal Regulatory Commission is making its final decision about whether it will do the right think and reject the Postal Service's demands to increase postal rates by ten times the rate of inflation.
We need you to take action today!
1. Download the fax template at
http://www.pianko.org/awsimages/AMA.doc
2. Personalize it, changing it in ways that make it personal to your situation and how rate hikes will affect you.
3. Then fax it today to the Postal Regulatory Commission at 202-789-6891.
Faxing is the best way to get to the PRC and make sure they pay attention. You can also call them at 202-789-6800. If they don't pick up, be sure to leave a message.
You can also find all this information on the Affordable Mail Alliance website at www.affordablemailalliance.org/
Thanks for your help!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Monday, September 20, 2010
Optimum Companies: Caring About Kids with Cancer
Optimum Companies: Caring About Kids with Cancer: "It's a lifeline of support and programs for many families in the Columbus area touched by childhood cancer - Kids 'n Kamp. The organization..."
Caring About Kids with Cancer
It's a lifeline of support and programs for many families in the Columbus area touched by childhood cancer - Kids 'n Kamp. The organization was founded by Beverly Circone and her husband Nick (a cancer survivor himself) in 1982. Bev and her staff of two provide activities that enable families to begin a healing process during and after battling cancer with a child. What amazing champions working for this wonderful cause!
At Optimum, we support Kids 'n Kamp as it unquestionably meets our Corporate Caring Mission of "supporting those in our community who advance the lives of others". Our CEO is also a child brain cancer survivor and providing support to other children who have cancer is his passion and purpose in life. As a company, we try to make a little bit of difference to help further this cause by:
- Being a volunteer at Christmas time at the Holiday Party in the Secret Santa shop with the young professionals from the Rotaract Club.
- Attend the Cherish the Moment Charity Social fundraiser hosted by Jim & Ellen Tressel.
- Provide in-kind printed materials for Kids 'n Kamp. This year, we printed their stationary
package for them.
As you probably already know, the best thing about giving back is that you reap more benefits than you sow.
We entered the Kids 'n Kamp printed stationary pieces into the Print Excellence Awards for the Printing Industry of America and won big time! Best of Central Ohio, Best of Region and Best of Show in the Stationary Category for Ohio and N.Kentucky! What an honor to be recognized by our peers for our quality and craftsmanship!
More than money, Kids 'n Kamp need people who have the time and the desire to help. Make A Difference Day is almost here. On Oct. 23rd, millions of Americans will volunteer in their communities making it the nation's largest day of doing good. My hope is you'll join the cause. For ideas, planning quides and tips visit makeadifferenceday.com. or sign up to help with Kids 'n Kamp at www.kidsnkamp.org/
At Optimum, we support Kids 'n Kamp as it unquestionably meets our Corporate Caring Mission of "supporting those in our community who advance the lives of others". Our CEO is also a child brain cancer survivor and providing support to other children who have cancer is his passion and purpose in life. As a company, we try to make a little bit of difference to help further this cause by:
- Being a volunteer at Christmas time at the Holiday Party in the Secret Santa shop with the young professionals from the Rotaract Club.
- Attend the Cherish the Moment Charity Social fundraiser hosted by Jim & Ellen Tressel.
- Provide in-kind printed materials for Kids 'n Kamp. This year, we printed their stationary
package for them.
As you probably already know, the best thing about giving back is that you reap more benefits than you sow.
We entered the Kids 'n Kamp printed stationary pieces into the Print Excellence Awards for the Printing Industry of America and won big time! Best of Central Ohio, Best of Region and Best of Show in the Stationary Category for Ohio and N.Kentucky! What an honor to be recognized by our peers for our quality and craftsmanship!
More than money, Kids 'n Kamp need people who have the time and the desire to help. Make A Difference Day is almost here. On Oct. 23rd, millions of Americans will volunteer in their communities making it the nation's largest day of doing good. My hope is you'll join the cause. For ideas, planning quides and tips visit makeadifferenceday.com. or sign up to help with Kids 'n Kamp at www.kidsnkamp.org/
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Optimum Companies: Affordable Mail Alliance is 1,000 Strong
Optimum Companies: Affordable Mail Alliance is 1,000 Strong: "They set out to recruit 1,00 members and did just that last week! On August 26th, Affordable Mail Alliance (AMA) announced that it had reac..."
Affordable Mail Alliance is 1,000 Strong
They set out to recruit 1,00 members and did just that last week! On August 26th, Affordable Mail Alliance (AMA) announced that it had reached its goal of 1,000 members. Non-profits, Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, major trade associations like the printing industry, consumer groups and citizens that represent the vast majority of the mail sent in the United States have all come together to tell the USPS that the proposed rate hike is too costly for us!
AMA says it is proud of this alliance and of all the work members have accomplished thus far. Members have successfully launched a tough, hard hitting campaign that has gotten the attention of not only the Postal Regulatory Commission but also the national media. In addition, they have organized substantial grassroots campaigns in target states around the country by engaging their elected officials, local media and participating in AMA's online community.
There is still a lot more to be done. The time is right to reinvigorate and re-energize their commitment to defeating the US Postal Service's proposed rate hike.
You can make a difference, if you haven't already, by joining them on Facebook or send an email with your story to affordablemailalliance@gmail.com or write to your Member of Congress.
There are many ways to get involved in your local community too. For more information or for help getting started, please contact Jessica McCreight at (202) 464-6900 or email affordablemailalliance@gmail.com.
Please help with this important grassroots effort for companies like Optimum who rely on our postal rates to be affordable to stay in business! by Dorothy Martin, President
AMA says it is proud of this alliance and of all the work members have accomplished thus far. Members have successfully launched a tough, hard hitting campaign that has gotten the attention of not only the Postal Regulatory Commission but also the national media. In addition, they have organized substantial grassroots campaigns in target states around the country by engaging their elected officials, local media and participating in AMA's online community.
There is still a lot more to be done. The time is right to reinvigorate and re-energize their commitment to defeating the US Postal Service's proposed rate hike.
You can make a difference, if you haven't already, by joining them on Facebook or send an email with your story to affordablemailalliance@gmail.com or write to your Member of Congress.
There are many ways to get involved in your local community too. For more information or for help getting started, please contact Jessica McCreight at (202) 464-6900 or email affordablemailalliance@gmail.com.
Please help with this important grassroots effort for companies like Optimum who rely on our postal rates to be affordable to stay in business! by Dorothy Martin, President
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