April 11, 2008
Contact:
Vanessa Vaughan, The Conservation Fund, 703.908.5809, vvaughan@conservationfund.org
Minneapolis, MN – Ameriprise Financial today announced a $200,000 gift to The Conservation Fund that will help protect more than 7,200 acres of cypress and tupelo wetlands in Louisiana. This wetland buffer absorbs floodwaters, making its preservation vital.
“We are thrilled to be one step closer to safeguarding this beautiful, natural storm surge buffer to portions of the greater New Orleans area,” said Ray Herndon, The Conservation Fund’s director of the lower Mississippi region. “This grant provides the final piece of funding needed for a landmark conservation deal, which we expect to be completed this year.”
Robert Barham, secretary of Louisiana’s Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, added, “The conservation and restoration of our state’s coastal wetlands, like those found around Lake Pontchartrain, are of the utmost importance. The support of organizations like Ameriprise Financial and The Conservation Fund plays a critical role in ensuring that these vital resources are protected for generations to come.”
With its grant to The Conservation Fund, Ameriprise Financial recognizes and celebrates clients who are supporting environmental awareness by selecting paperless delivery of financial documents. In 2007, reductions in the company’s client mailings saved over 1,200 tons of paper, equivalent to roughly 20,000* trees.
“Through our support of The Conservation Fund - a truly world class organization - we hope to multiply the positive effect of paperless delivery on the environment,” said Brian Pietsch, head of community relations at Ameriprise Financial. “This new account feature enables our clients to join us in our effort to reduce paper usage and conserve natural resources, while also enhancing their online experience.”
Ameriprise Financial is dedicated to using the firm’s resources, talents and volunteer time to improve the lives of individuals and build strong communities. Through grantmaking, volunteerism and employee and advisor gift matching programs, the company supports a diverse group of over 5,000 nonprofits across the country. Additional information on the company and its Community Relations initiatives can be found at ameriprise.com.
Ameriprise Financial, Inc., is a leading financial planning and services company with approximately 12,000 financial advisors and registered representatives that provides solutions for clients’ asset accumulation, income management and insurance protection needs. The company’s financial advisors deliver tailored solutions to clients through a comprehensive and personalized financial planning approach built on a long-term relationship with a knowledgeable advisor. The company specializes in meeting the retirement-related financial needs of the mass affluent and affluent. Financial planning services and investments are available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., Member FINRA and SIPC. For more information, visit ameriprise.com.
* Conversion based on calculation tool provided at www.conservatree.com.
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