Friday, March 11, 2011

Aflac Pledges 100 Million Yen ($1,200,000) to Japan Disaster Relief

Aflac is the largest insuren in Japan with about 1 in every 4 households having at least a Aflac policy. Imagine the claims that they will be paying due to injuries sustained in today's disaster. Their pledge of 100 Million Yen in disaster relief shows the social consience of the compnny. I am very proud to represent such an outstanding company.

Here's the Press Release:

Aflac Pledges 100 Million Yen to Red Cross Disaster Relief for Japan
COLUMBUS, Ga., March 11, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

Aflac has pledged 100 million yen to the International Red Cross to assist with their disaster relief efforts in Japan. Aflac is the largest insurer in Japan based on policies in force.

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Japanese people during this very difficult time," Aflac Chairman and CEO Dan Amos said. "We stand ready to assist in the healing process and are pledging these funds to ensure that basic needs are cared for during this crisis."

Aflac will work with the International Red Cross to expedite this contribution.

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