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UPS Shows Morristown Teens Future Possibilities

August 15, 2007 – Morristown, NJ – In a matter of hours on Friday, August 10, 2007 teenagers from Morristown learned how hard work can lead to a great future, when UPS in Parsippany, NJ hosted a special tour for seven teenagers involved with the Teen/Tot Learning Project.  The UPS tour was an extraordinary opportunity for these teens to see future career opportunities, and see first-hand how dedication, perseverance, and smart choices pay off in the long run.

Gary Sanderson, UPS division manager, North Jersey district, hosted the special tour, and showed the boys everything from the company's boardroom to its gigantic car wash, designed especially for its fleet of trucks.  He shared some of the company's history, and talked with the teenagers about what it takes to start and maintain a career with UPS.
Sanderson also talked of the importance of a clean driving record – a must for any UPS driver.  He discussed the significance of making smart choices now – staying in school, staying off drugs, and wearing a seatbelt.  A challenge the teens were given was getting in and out of a UPS truck about 20 times, something real UPS drivers do 100 or more times daily.

The Teen/Tot Learning Project is a program that trains and employs teenagers as teacher assistants in Collinsville Child Care Center and Children on the Green, two United Way member agencies that primarily serve low-income children and families.  The project also provides leadership and vocational training opportunities to young men.

United Way of Morris County, Collinsville Child Care Center, and Children on the Green gratefully acknowledge UPS, Mr. Gary Sanderson, and his team for their generous support, and for taking the time to make a difference in the lives of our future leaders.

To find out more about the Teen/Tot Learning Project, and how you can be involved, email Jean Funk or phone 973.993.1160, x114 or phone Karen Wasick at 973.267.0082.

About United Way of Morris County
United Way of Morris County is dedicated to helping people and improving the quality of life for all residents. We address issues most critical to the future of Morris County by bringing attention, expertise, and resources to them. For more information, visit us on the web at www.uwmorris.org, or call 973.993.1160.

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Jean Funk
Marketing Communications
United Way of Morris County
973.993.1160, x114
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