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The awards and recognition that we receive reflect the generous and caring nature of our employees. Our service to our corporate and sponsored charities extends far beyond the initial donation. Through countless hours of volunteering, creative fund raising and a true commitment to the cause, we have shared our spirit. The same passion that has pushed us to the forefront of industry will lead us to greatness in philanthropy.
Chairman's Award for Community Chairman's Award for Community A Class Act in Community Service - Newly relocated to this Washington, D.C. community, a BAE SYSTEMS people-minded project
team solicited and donated holiday gifts, equipment, tuition and lots of spare time to benefit a local elementary school. Their
actions are improving the performance and morale of 280 children - as well as their fellow team members. Meanwhile, parents,
educators, local businesses and goverment officials are learning fast that the newest kid on the block is a model corporate
citizen. Freedom Award
San Diego 10 Leaders Award BAE SYSTEMS Mission Solutions in San Diego was the proud recipient of the 10 Leaders Award in 2001. Sponsored by Channel 10, a San Diego based ABC affiliate, the 10 Leaders Award salutes outstanding leaders in the community. During research for the award presentation Channel 10 reps were, "Blown away," by the employee enthusiasm and dedication to the San Diego and Elizabeth Hospices, according to Wendy Urushima-Simmons, Promotion Manger. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation JDRF recognized BAE SYSTEMS along with all of its major corporate sponsors with this "Thank You" created by children diagnosed with juvenile diabetes. Special Olympics Award
On May 21st, nearly 1,200 athletes, 400 coaches and 2,000 volunteers joined together at the University of Maryland to launch the 2002 Maryland Special Olympics games. BAE SYSTEMS was a proud sponsor of the three-day competition which offered a variety of Olympic-type sports for citizens with mental retardation. The Olympic games give these individuals an opportunity to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and partcipate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. 
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For its commitment to support employees who also serve in U.S. military guard or reserve components, BAE SYSTEMS Information & Electronic Warfare Systems was awarded the Department of Defense's "Freedom Award." In a ceremony in Washington, D.C., Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel Readiness, David Chu, presented IEWS President, Walt Havenstein, the award for the unit's ongoing support of its employees in the National Guard and Reserve. The company is one of five nationwide recipients of the 2001 award. BAE SYSTEMS was chosen from among business nominees in 13 northeastern states, and from a national pool of more than 12,000 companies that support the Guard and Reserve. 
BAE SYSTEMS is proud to display this Silver Sponsor award presented by the Maryland Special Olympics during the 2002 summer games held at the University of Maryland.