Jamison Bedding Celebrates Long History of Customer Service by Partnering with The Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Middle Tennessee

NASHVILLE, Tennessee (January 3, 2008) – Beginning his month, Jamison Bedding celebrates its 125th Anniversary, honoring a history in which this independent, family-run business has developed into one of the finest quality bedding manufacturers in the world. To commemorate the company’s milestone, Jamison has partnered with the Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Middle Tennessee to serve as presenting sponsor for the Make-A-Wish® Stories of Light Campaign in January, 2008 and has created a 125th Anniversary bed. One percent of the 125th anniversary bed’s sales will go to Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Middle Tennessee and three other Make-A-Wish chapters.

“We are honored and proud to work with Make-A-Wish® Foundation,” says Jamison President Frank Gorrell. “It’s a great organization to work with, and they do such wonderful things for the community.”

Jamison Bedding President Frank Gorrell and his wife, Linda will also serve as honorary chairs of the campaign which culminates at the Celebration of Wishes gala on February 1, 2008.

“The fact that Jamison Bedding has chosen to commemorate its 125th anniversary by raising funds for the Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Middle Tennessee exemplifies the extraordinary values of this family-owned company,” said Make-A-Wish Executive Director Michelle Rosen. “Jamison is one of the most respected companies in its field, and we are very pleased to have them as a corporate partner in 2008.”

About Jamison Bedding

Founded in 1883 in Nashville, TN, Jamison Bedding has relied on excellent craftsmanship and state of the art manufacturing methods to produce quality mattresses and box springs throughout the last 125 years. Jamison Bedding’s commitment to manufacturing top-quality bedding has made Jamison one of the most respected bedding manufacturers in the country.

“We are excited that Jamison Bedding has reached such an incredible milestone,” said Frank Gorrell, Jamison Bedding President. “This journey has not been easy, but our legacy has thrived due to our dedicated staff and family members who ensure outstanding service that our loyal customers anticipate and value.”

The company’s mission is based on three principles: quality craftsmanship, customer service and family. “Our philosophy is simple,” said Frank Gorrell. “We don’t want to be the biggest. We want to be the best.”

With over 400 retailers throughout the southeast and commercial alliances with Hypnos Bedding, Intercontinental Hotels, Choice Hotels, and a 40-year history with Marriott, Jamison Bedding is one of the largest bedding suppliers in the United States.

About The Make-A-Wish® Foundation The Make-A-Wish® Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Born in 1980 when a group of caring individuals helped a young boy fulfill his dream of becoming a police officer, the Foundation is now the largest wish-granting charity in the world, with 67 chapters in the United States and its territories.

The Middle Tennessee Chapter of Make-A-Wish® has granted 568 wishes in Middle Tennessee since the chapter was founded in 2000. Individuals interested in helping can visit the Make-A-Wish® website at www.midtnwishes.org, call (615) 259-2324, or send donations to The Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Middle Tennessee, 209 10tth Avenue South, Suite 527, Nashville, TN, 37203.