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GEICO Becomes USO Worldwide Strategic Partner
[February 12, 2015]

GEICO Becomes USO Worldwide Strategic Partner


GEICO and the United Service Organizations (USO) have announced a new Worldwide Strategic Partnership that will expand GEICO's support of the USO's mission to lift the spirits of America's troops and their families. As a Worldwide Strategic Partner of USO, GEICO will support 14 USO centers, which provide troops and their families with a comfortable place to connect with loved ones via phone or Internet, enjoy a snack, play a video game with friends and more. In addition, GEICO will support USO programs like the Mobile USOs, which act as a USO center on wheels, and Ride 2 Recovery, which provides wounded troops with bikes to help them build hope and confidence through cycling.

"We are pleased to have an important partner like GEICO help us fulfill our mission to support our troops and their families around the world," said USO President and CEO Dr. J.D. Crouch II. "Not only will GEICO help us fund our stationary USO centers, but they will also provide on the road resources to our Mobile USO program that reaches troops wherever they need it the most."

"The USO's commitment to improving the lives of our men and women in uniform and their families is unparalleled," said Tony Nicely, chairman and CEO of GEICO. "GEICO has been a proud supporter of the USO for years, so we're very pleased to take our partnership to the next level as a Worldwide Strategic Partner."

In addition to funding USO programs, the partnership will also provide opportunities for GEICO to build relationships with USO centers throughout the country and volunteer at USO events that support our military heroes.

"GEICO's expanded support of USO centers, Mobile USOs and USO programs shows how much they value our nation's military community," said Jeff Hill, USO Regional Vice President. "Partners like GEICO are priceless in allowing the USO to be by the side of our troops and their loved ones throughout every step of their journey."

"USO's programs, activities and events are huge morale boosters to our servicemen and servicewomen," said Mike Baker, GEICO's director of military marketing. "USO centers are a home away from home for our troops and their families, and we are eager to support additional chapters and programs."

The USO has more than 160 locations around the world that provide troos and their families with programs, entertainment and a home away from home. GEICO is a long-time supporter of the United States armed forces and the USO. Nicely is a member of USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore's Honorary Board Committee, and GEICO is a member of USO-Metro's Circle of Stars.



About the USO

The USO lifts the spirits of America's troops and their families millions of times each year at hundreds of places worldwide. We provide a touch of home through centers at airports and military bases in the U.S. and abroad, top quality entertainment and innovative programs and services. We also provide critical support to those who need us most, including forward-deployed troops, military families, wounded warriors, troops in transition and families of the fallen. The USO is a private, non-profit organization, not a government agency. Our programs and services are made possible by the American people, support of our corporate partners and the dedication of our volunteers and staff.


In addition to individual donors and corporate sponsors, the USO is supported by President's Circle Partners: American Airlines, AT&T (News - Alert), BNSF Railway, Clark Construction Group, LLC, The Coca-Cola Company, JCPenney, Jeep, Johnson & Johnson, Kroger, Northrop Grumman Corporation and TriWest Healthcare Alliance and Worldwide Strategic Partners: BAE Systems, BIC, The Boeing (News - Alert) Company, ConAgra Foods, FedEx, GEICO, Harris Teeter, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft Corporation, Procter & Gamble, TKS Telepost Kabel-Service Kaiserslautern GmbH & Co. KG and Wawa Inc. We are also supported through the United Way and Combined Federal Campaign (CFC-11381). To join us in this important mission, and to learn more about the USO, please visit uso.org.

About GEICO

GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and is the second-largest private passenger auto insurance company in the United States. GEICO, which was founded in 1936, provides millions of auto insurance quotes to U.S. drivers annually. The company is pleased to serve more than 13 million private passenger customers, insuring more than 22 million vehicles (auto & cycle).

Using GEICO's online service center, policyholders can purchase policies, make policy changes, report claims and print insurance ID cards. Policyholders can also connect to GEICO through the GEICO App, reach a representative over the phone or visit a GEICO local agent.

GEICO also provides insurance quotes on motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), travel trailers and motorhomes (RVs). Coverage for boats, life, homes and apartments is written by non-affiliated insurance companies and is secured through the GEICO Insurance Agency, Inc. Commercial auto insurance and personal umbrella protection are also available.

For more information, go to www.geico.com.


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