Bikers Can Fill Up (On Corn) and Give Back

Motorcyclists now have an appetizing way to help their localcommunities. Over the next several months, America's leading motorcycleinsurer, Progressive, is giving away hot roasted corn on the cob atmotorcycle rallies across the country for a suggested donation of $1 anear.

The program, called "Corn for Kids," benefits local FeedingAmerica food banks to help feed needy children and their familiesand other charities such as Kids & Chrome in Sturgis, S.D.

"Riders are a charitable bunch”in fact, we recently surveyed male ridersand found that nearly half are involved in a charity or cause," saidMarcy Gray, long-time rider and a motorcycle product manager atProgressive. "We're thrilled to help feed bikers' desire to giveback¦and their bellies too."

Progressive's "Corn for Kids" program will be held at:

RallyCity, StateDatesSturgis Bike WeekRapid City, S.D.Aug. 1-Aug. 9American SaluteWinter Park, Colo.Aug. 14-16Milwaukee Bike FestMilwaukee, Wis.Sept. 4-6Roar to the ShowWildwood, N.J.Sept. 10-13Delmarva Bike WeekOcean City, Md.Sept. 17-20Bikes Blues and BBQFayetteville, Ark.Sept. 23-26Las Vegas Bike FestLas Vegas, Nev.Oct. 1-4South Padre Island RallySouth Padre Island, TexasOct. 8-11BiketoberfestDaytona Beach, Fla.Oct. 5-18Love RideGlendale, Calif.Oct. 23-25Lone StarGalveston, TexasOct. 29-Nov. 1-------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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About Progressive TheProgressive Group of Insurance Companies, in business since 1937, is oneof the country's largest auto insurance groups, the largest seller ofmotorcycle policies, and a market leader in commercial auto insurancebased on premiums written.

Progressive is committed to becoming consumers' #1 choice for autoinsurance by providing competitive rates and innovative products andservices that meet drivers' needs throughout their lifetimes, includingsuperior online and in-person customer service, and best-in-class,24-hour claims service, such as its concierge level of claims serviceavailable at service centers located in major metropolitan areasthroughout the United States.

Progressive companies offer consumers choices in how to shop for, buy,and manage their auto insurance policies. Progressive offers itsproducts, including personal and commercial auto, motorcycle, boat, andrecreational vehicle insurance, through more than 30,000 independentinsurance agencies throughout the U.S. and online and by phone directlyfrom the Company. Private passenger auto products and prices aredifferent when purchased directly from Progressive or throughindependent agencies. To find an agent or to get a quote, go to http://www.progressive.com.

The Common Shares of The Progressive Corporation, the Mayfield Village,Ohio-based holding company, are publicly traded at (NYSE:PGR).