CHANTILLY, Va., Dec. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Perspecta Inc.
(NYSE: PRSP), a leading U.S. government services provider,
announced today that it raised more than $320,000 for the American Heart Association's
(AHA) 2019 Greater Washington Heart Walk. This fundraising
achievement makes Perspecta the largest, single-year fundraising
company in history for the Greater Washington Heart Walk, two years
in row, breaking its previous record of $310,000.
Employee populations across the country participated in local
heart walks, Perspecta offices held fundraising events and the
company held its annual Perspecta Has Heart Charity Golf
Tournament, which raised an impressive $254,000 for the cause.
"Each year, our employees never cease to amaze me with their
commitment to this cause and ability to exceed fundraising targets
year-over-year," said Mac Curtis,
president and chief executive officer of Perspecta. "Supporting the
missions of our customers continues to be our top priority, but
second to that is our commitment to the communities in which we
live and work. I am incredibly proud of this accomplishment and
look forward to a long-term partnership with AHA in the years to
come."
"Congratulations to Perspecta for continuing to break records
for the Greater Washington Heart Walk," said Soula Antoniou, executive director of the
Greater Washington Region American Heart Association. "Your team's
continued success raises funds in support of critical
cardiovascular research. On behalf of the entire American Heart
Association, we thank you for your steadfast dedication and support
of our purpose."
Perspecta's social responsibility program is robust. The company
puts the health and wellbeing of its employees and their families
first, through partnerships with AHA and other wellness
organizations. The company is also dedicated to honoring and
supporting the men and women of the military through its Home of
the Brave campaign, which included providing 650 volunteers and
supporting 100 veteran facilities across the nation during the
weeks surrounding Veteran's Day. Additionally, Perspecta provides
generous fundraising and volunteers to various science, technology,
engineering and math (STEM) events throughout the year.
About Perspecta Inc.
At Perspecta (NYSE: PRSP), we question, we seek and we solve.
Perspecta brings a diverse set of capabilities to our U.S.
government customers in defense, intelligence, civilian, health
care and state and local markets. Our 270+ issued, licensed and
pending patents are more than just pieces of paper, they tell the
story of our innovation. With offerings in mission services,
digital transformation and enterprise operations, our team of
14,000 engineers, analysts, investigators and architects work
tirelessly to not only execute the mission, but build and support
the backbone that enables it. Perspecta was formed to take on big
challenges. We are an engine for growth and success and we enable
our customers to build a better nation. For more information
about Perspecta, visit perspecta.com.
About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a leading force for a
world of longer, healthier lives. With nearly a century of
lifesaving work, the Dallas-based
association is dedicated to ensuring equitable health for all. We
are a trustworthy source empowering people to improve their heart
health, brain health and well-being. We collaborate with numerous
organizations and millions of volunteers to fund innovative
research, advocate for stronger public health policies, and share
lifesaving resources and information. Connect with us on
heart.org, Facebook, Twitter or by calling
1-800-AHA-USA1.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements.
These forward-looking statements are made on the basis of the
current beliefs, expectations and assumptions of the management of
Perspecta and are subject to significant risks and uncertainty.
Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such
forward-looking statements. All such forward-looking statements
speak only as of the date they are made, and Perspecta undertakes
no obligation to update or revise these statements, whether as a
result of new information, future events or otherwise. Although
Perspecta believes that the expectations reflected in these
forward-looking statements are reasonable, these statements involve
a variety of risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results
to differ materially from what may be expressed or implied in these
forward-looking statements.
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