American Express Refunds Merchant Discount Rate for Charitable Contributions for Hurricane Sandy Rel
American Express Refunds Merchant Discount Rate for Charitable Contributions for Hurricane Sandy Relief
Company Also Contributes $1,000,000
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy, American Express (NYS: AXP) today announced that it will rebate the merchant discount rate for charitable contributions for Hurricane relief that Cardmembers make directly to these non-profit organizations using their American Express Cards:
The rebate is effective retroactively from Monday, October 29 through December 31, 2012.
Cardmembers can also use their Membership Rewards® points for charitable contributions to these organizations as well as others.
In addition, American Express will donate $1,000,000 to the American Red Cross and other organizations involved in Hurricane relief efforts.
About American Express
American Express is a global services company, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Learn more at americanexpress.com and connect with us on facebook.com/americanexpress, foursquare.com/americanexpress, linkedin.com/companies/american-express, twitter.com/americanexpress, and youtube.com/americanexpress.
Key links to products and services: charge and credit cards, business credit cards, travel services, gift cards, prepaid cards, merchant services, business travel, and corporate card
Media Contact:
Marina Norville, marina.h.norville@aexp.com, +1.212.640.2832
KEYWORDS: United States North America New York
INDUSTRY KEYWORDS:
The article American Express Refunds Merchant Discount Rate for Charitable Contributions for Hurricane Sandy Relief originally appeared on Fool.com.
Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
Copyright © 1995 - 2012 The Motley Fool, LLC. All rights reserved. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
