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$50,000 Gift Continues Tradition of Maine Cancer Foundation Support

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine  - January 27, 2012 - (BUSINESS WIRE) Maine Cancer Foundation, an independent statewide nonprofit, today announced a $50,000 contribution made by Wright Express in support of the Tri for a Cure and Twilight 5K events. The Tri for a Cure event is the premier all-women’s triathlon organized each summer by Maine Cancer Foundation. The Twilight 5K is a road race offered in June for men and women, run on the same South Portland course as the Tri for a Cure. Both events provide athletes an opportunity to fundraise in support of efforts to fight cancer.

“We are tremendously excited to have Wright Express as our presenting sponsor,” said Tara Hill, Executive Director of Maine Cancer Foundation. “Wright Express has been a sponsor of the Tri for a Cure since its inception. As the race has grown each year, so has Wright Express’ level of commitment. It’s wonderful to see a business that cares so much about our effort to fight cancer here in Maine.”

“We could not be more pleased to serve as the presenting sponsor for the Tri for a Cure and the Twilight 5K,” said Wright Express chairman, president and CEO, Michael Dubyak. “Maine Cancer Foundation is deeply committed to cancer research, education and patient support - and we are deeply committed to its mission to find a cure and to support the people of Maine who find themselves affected by this disease.”

Added Melissa Smith, Wright Express president of The Americas, “The Tri for a Cure combines support of a great cause with the opportunity to do something physically inspiring.” Acknowledging the impact of corporate donations, Smith noted “This event has grown to the point that we can envision Maine becoming a nationally recognized cancer research incubator with more than $3.2 million having been raised to date. We are very proud to be part of the investment in wellness and community and to support the important cancer research being conducted here in Maine.”

About Maine Cancer Foundation

Maine Cancer Foundation was established in 1976 by a small group of citizens seeking to create a charitable fund for cancer research, education and patient support services here in the state of Maine. Maine Cancer Foundation has grown considerably since then, distributing over $1 million in grants in 2011. The Foundation raises money through a combination of donations, corporate sponsorship and signature events including the Tri for a Cure Race Series, Mary’s Walk & Kerrymen Pub 5K, the Pink Tulip Project and the Cure Breast Cancer for ME luncheon. For more information about Maine Cancer Foundation, please visit mainecancer.org.

About Wright Express

Wright Express (NYSE:WXX) is a leading global provider of value-based, business payment processing and information management solutions. The Company’s fleet, corporate and prepaid payment solutions provide its more than 350,000 customers with unparalleled security and control across a wide spectrum of business sectors. The Company’s subsidiaries include Wright Express Financial Services, Pacific Pride and Wright Express International, including Wright Express Prepaid Cards Australia and Wright Express Fuel Cards Australia. Wright Express and its subsidiaries employ more than 850 associates in six countries. For more information about Wright Express, please visit wrightexpress.com.

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