Ballantine to Help Victims of Hurricane Katrina

Wayne, NJ (September 9, 2005) -- The devastation to Louisiana and Mississippi from Hurricane Katrina is heartbreaking and direct mail company, The Ballantine Corporation, is helping out with financial donations.

For all clients Ballantine produces work for during the month of September, they will make a donation in the client's name to the American Red Cross. They will then receive a card acknowledging this donation.

"Every little bit helps and we want to do our share," said John Coté, Executive Vice President of Ballantine. "Our thoughts and prays go out to all the victims affected by this disaster."

About The Ballantine Corporation:

Ballantine is a full-service direct mail production company providing creative, printing and mailing services. Established in 1966, their mission is to streamline the whole direct mail printing process for their clients, increasing their productivity while cutting their costs. http://www.ballantine.com

About the American Red Cross:

Today, in addition to domestic disaster relief, the American Red Cross offers compassionate services in five other areas: community services that help the needy; support and comfort for military members and their families; the collection, processing and distribution of lifesaving blood and blood products; educational programs that promote health and safety; and international relief and development programs. http://www.redcross.org

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