DES PLAINES, IL (November 21, 2000) - The American Society of Safety Engineers Foundation (ASSEF) is pleased to announce a donation from the Louisville ASSE Chapter, targeted toward the advancement of safety.

      Through its programs, the ASSEF is committed to ensuring the future of occupational safety and health by providing financial resources to individuals and organizations. Each year the Foundation awards funds for applied safety research, scholarships, fellowships, internships and professional development nationwide.

      Foundation Manager Mary Goranson says the donation from the Louisville Chapter has no restrictions.

      The ASSEF was established in 1990 to provide professional development and financial resources to qualified individuals and non-profit organizations. The Foundation seeks to advance safety and health development and research and education in the public interest.

      Founded in 1911, the non-profit ASSE is the world's largest and oldest professional safety organization. Its 33,000 members located throughout the U.S. and the world, manage, supervise, research and consult on safety, health, transportation and environmental issues in industry, government, education and insurance.