"This year we had a tremendous need for gift wrappers that State Street really helped us out with," cited Lorraine Minor, Associate Executive Director of Programs & Administration. "They sent 20 folks to us last week that helped with wrapping and even decorating. This week, 35 will be here to help with the wrapping. They are an amazing blessing!"

Mike Bonham, an employee with State Street, coordinated the effort this year. He said:

This is my first year, so I really appreciated Charles Geddes. He did it last year and kind of walked me through it. I was overwhelmed with the response I received. So many people wanted to volunteer, and the attitude and work ethic was fantastic! I was proud of all involved!  One thing I love about State Street is how they foster volunteerism. They give us 2 paid days a year to volunteer. It’s a great place to work with great people.

About State Street
State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) is the world's leading specialist in providing institutional investors with investment servicing, investment management and investment research and trading. With $11.3 trillion in assets under custody and $1.6 trillion in assets under management as of September 30, 2006, State Street operates in 26 countries and more than 100 geographic markets worldwide.

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