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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jessica Hover JHover@thinkcommunica.com AccuShred Celebrates $200,000 in Donations to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Through "Shred Cancer" Program Toledo, Ohio, August 6, 2024 – AccuShred is proud to announce a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to fighting breast cancer. Since the inception of its innovative "Shred Cancer" program, AccuShred has donated a remarkable $200,000 to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Northwest Ohio Affiliate. The "Shred Cancer" initiative encourages AccuShred customers to use the company’s secure Pink Shred Bins for storing their sensitive information to be destroyed. For every Pink Shred Bin serviced, customers make a donation, which AccuShred matches dollar for dollar. This unique program ensures that 100% of the contributions go directly to supporting breast cancer research and awareness through the Susan G. Komen organization. AccuShred was one of the first information destruction companies in the nation to introduce secure Pink Shred Bins, setting a new standard in the industry. "Shred Cancer" exemplifies how businesses can creatively collaborate with their customers and local communities to make a substantial difference. In 2023, AccuShred was awarded the “Power Partner” designation by Business Media due to its track record of excellence, including the “Shred Cancer” campaign. "Breast cancer has touched the lives of so many families in our community," said Nate Segall, President at AccuShred. "Our 'Shred Cancer' program demonstrates how a local company can take an innovative approach to give back. We are incredibly proud of the impact we’ve been able to make together with our customers and the Komen organization." Since the launch of "Shred Cancer," AccuShred has diligently worked to ensure every customer contribution is accurately credited and matched. The company has established a robust accounting and reporting system and continues to actively promote the program to both existing and prospective customers. Executive Director of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Northwest Ohio Affiliate, Gretchen Awad, expressed her gratitude for the continued support. "We are thrilled by the dedication and generosity AccuShred has shown through their 'Shred Cancer' program. Seeing Pink Shred Bins at companies across the region signifies the growing support in our fight to end breast cancer." As AccuShred celebrates this milestone, it remains committed to its mission of supporting breast cancer research and awareness. The company looks forward to continuing its partnership with the Susan G. Komen organization and making a lasting impact in the fight against breast cancer. To learn more about AccuShred, please visit www.accushred.net. ### About AccuShred AccuShred, based in Toledo, Ohio, is a high-security data protection company that provides service to clients in Ohio, Michigan and Northeast Indiana. AccuShred is an innovative leader focused on the complete secure destruction of sensitive paper and electronic records and various forms of media, including hard drives, tapes and disks, as well as privacy assessment and data breach reporting solutions. The company is an EPA-approved vendor for electronic waste recycling. AccuShred is a subsidiary of the State Paper and Metal Company. For more information, call (419) 244-SHRED (7473) or visit www.accushred.net. AccuShred 1114 W. Central Avenue, Toledo, Ohio, 43610 United States For all inquiries, please contact us at: jhover@thinkcommunica.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Jessica Hover
JHover@thinkcommunica.com
AccuShred Celebrates $200,000 in Donations to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Through "Shred Cancer" Program
Toledo, Ohio, August 6, 2024 – AccuShred is proud to announce a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to fighting breast cancer. Since the inception of its innovative "Shred Cancer" program, AccuShred has donated a remarkable $200,000 to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Northwest Ohio Affiliate.
The "Shred Cancer" initiative encourages AccuShred customers to use the company’s secure Pink Shred Bins for storing their sensitive information to be destroyed. For every Pink Shred Bin serviced, customers make a donation, which AccuShred matches dollar for dollar. This unique program ensures that 100% of the contributions go directly to supporting breast cancer research and awareness through the Susan G. Komen organization.
AccuShred was one of the first information destruction companies in the nation to introduce secure Pink Shred Bins, setting a new standard in the industry. "Shred Cancer" exemplifies how businesses can creatively collaborate with their customers and local communities to make a substantial difference. In 2023, AccuShred was awarded the “Power Partner” designation by Business Media due to its track record of excellence, including the “Shred Cancer” campaign.
"Breast cancer has touched the lives of so many families in our community," said Nate Segall, President at AccuShred. "Our 'Shred Cancer' program demonstrates how a local company can take an innovative approach to give back. We are incredibly proud of the impact we’ve been able to make together with our customers and the Komen organization."
Since the launch of "Shred Cancer," AccuShred has diligently worked to ensure every customer contribution is accurately credited and matched. The company has established a robust accounting and reporting system and continues to actively promote the program to both existing and prospective customers.
Executive Director of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Northwest Ohio Affiliate, Gretchen Awad, expressed her gratitude for the continued support. "We are thrilled by the dedication and generosity AccuShred has shown through their 'Shred Cancer' program. Seeing Pink Shred Bins at companies across the region signifies the growing support in our fight to end breast cancer."
As AccuShred celebrates this milestone, it remains committed to its mission of supporting breast cancer research and awareness. The company looks forward to continuing its partnership with the Susan G. Komen organization and making a lasting impact in the fight against breast cancer.
To learn more about AccuShred, please visit www.accushred.net.
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About AccuShred
AccuShred, based in Toledo, Ohio, is a high-security data protection company that provides service to clients in Ohio, Michigan and Northeast Indiana. AccuShred is an innovative leader focused on the complete secure destruction of sensitive paper and electronic records and various forms of media, including hard drives, tapes and disks, as well as privacy assessment and data breach reporting solutions. The company is an EPA-approved vendor for electronic waste recycling. AccuShred is a subsidiary of the State Paper and Metal Company. For more information, call (419) 244-SHRED (7473) or visit www.accushred.net.
AccuShred 1114 W. Central Avenue, Toledo, Ohio, 43610 United States For all inquiries, please contact us at: jhover@thinkcommunica.com