Please note that community partnerships for
this year have been set, but if you are interested
in requesting funding or a merchandise dona-
tion, you may mail a request to:
Eddie Bauer Corporate Social Responsibility
PO Box 97000
Redmond, WA 98073-9700
Please limit your letter of inquiry to 2 pages. Be
sure to outline your organization's mission and
your specific request. Explain how Eddie Bauer's
support will help you better serve clients and how
you will involve our associates and promote
Eddie Bauer's participation. Include your organi-
zation's 501(c)3 tax identification number.
Please allow 3-4 weeks for a response. Because
we receive thousands of requests every year, we
cannot respond to phone calls regarding the sta-
tus of specific requests. When a decision has been
made concerning your application, our commu-
nity relations department will contact you by
mail or phone.
This report was prepared by:
Lurma Rackley, Director, Public Affairs and Social Responsibility
Kevin Martinez, Manager, Community and Civic Affairs
Miranda Bayne, Assistant Manager, Community Affairs
Special thanks to:
John E. Thomas Vice President, Corporate Social Responsibility
Elizabeth Borrelli, Director, Global Labor Practices
Our community partners for sharing photos, values and goals; and
Eddie Bauer executives for their commitment to social responsibility.
Layout and graphic design by Gayle Goldman
Eddie Bauer Executive Cabinet
Rick Fersch, President and CEO
Steve Newman, Division President, Apparel
Al Chambard, Senior Vice President/CFO
Ann Perinchief, Senior Vice President, Retail
Bill Michel, Senior Vice President, Marketing
Lisa Bayne, Senior Vice President, Creative Services
Amy Wellons, Senior Vice President, Global Sourcing & Supply Chain Operations
Michelle Clements, Vice President, Human Resources
Joel Gardner, Vice President and Managing Director, Outlets
Harvey Kanter, Vice President and Managing Director, Home
This brochure is printed on
Recycled paper
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Cover Photos:
Front: Eddie Bauer supports scholarships for college students like
the ones shown on the cover. Also shown on cover, at left, Eddie Bauer
associates plant the ceremonial three millionth tree in conjunction
with new store opening in Honolulu, At right, elementary students
enjoy a lesson through the Greater Washington (DC) Urban League's
environmental learning partnership with the federal Environmental
Protection Agency.
Back: Eddie Bauer created a series of ads reflecting our commitment
to diversity. These appeared in local newspapers and event journals.
This Social Responsibility Annual Report is published by Eddie Bauer for all
persons interested in our community activities. Use of the terms "partner,"
"partnerships," and "partnering" in this publication generally describes infor-
mal working relationships or community alliances and should not be inter-
preted as a legal description. Material contained in this publication should not
be considered legal, financial, or other professional advice. Eddie Bauer does
not assume liability for loss or damage as a result of reliance on this data.
Eddie Bauer prefers to make awards to programs that we believe can make a
significant difference in the quality of life in the communities where our cus-
tomers and employees and their families work, live, and play. Eddie Bauer funds
private, nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations with certified IRS 501(c) (3)
public charity status.
