Kyowa Hakko Contributes Over $200,000 To Aid Disaster Victims

December 1, 2001

New York, N.Y. - In lieu of its traditional holiday acknowledgements to clients and business partners, Kyowa Hakko USA and Kyowa Hakko Kogyo Co. are making contributions to two disaster relief organizations on their behalf.

Combined contributions of over $200,000 have been made to the World Trade Center Fund and to the American Red Cross by the two companies.

"In light of recent events and in keeping with America's undaunted spirit of unity and renewal, we believe this to be a more meaningful way to celebrate this season of joy, hope and sharing," stated Toshi Asada, President and CEO of Kyowa Hakko USA. "We are sure our clients will share in that opinion," he added.