ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- In November,
Marriott Vacations Worldwide (NYSE: VAC) created and hosted its
first-ever Harvest for Hunger global food drive which resulted in
53,327 pounds of food donated to food banks worldwide. From
November 9 through 30, non-perishable
food items were collected from associates, Owners and guests at
participating Marriott Vacation Club resorts and at Marriott
Vacations Worldwide offices globally. All donations benefitted
local food banks near the resorts and offices.
For several years Marriott Vacation Club resorts have
participated in a Lobby Food Basket Program, where Owners and
guests were given the opportunity to partner with associates to
donate non-perishable food items during their stay or upon
check-out. Given the success of this program, the Harvest for
Hunger concept was conceived as an opportunity to organize a
concentrated three week company-wide food drive campaign to
maximize donations.
An aggressive goal was set for the first year of the Harvest for
Hunger global food drive – to collect eight tons, or 16,000 pounds
of non-perishable food items from November 9
through 30, matching the collection results for the entirety
of 2014.
"Our Associates, Owners and guests showed great passion and
commitment to Harvest for Hunger and more than tripled our company
goal for food items collected," said Stephen P. Weisz, president and chief executive
officer of Marriott Vacations Worldwide. "It is because of their
generosity that we are able to improve the lives of families in
need worldwide. We look forward to continuing the Harvest for
Hunger initiative for many years to come."
Marriott Vacations Worldwide is committed to giving back to the
communities in which their associates live and work and in which
their Owners and guests vacation. Marriott Vacations Worldwide
celebrates the "Spirit to Serve" by serving its communities to
support these signature issues:
- Shelter and Food
- Environment
- Readiness for hospitality careers
- Vitality for children
- Embracing global diversity and inclusion
Marriott Vacations Worldwide is home to approximately 10,000
associates worldwide. The company focuses on providing
unforgettable vacation experiences to over 410,000 Marriott
Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club and Grand
Residences by Marriott Owners and Members around the globe.
About Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation
Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation is a leading global
pure-play vacation ownership company, offering a diverse portfolio
of quality products, programs and management expertise with 62
resorts. Its brands include Marriott Vacation Club, The
Ritz-Carlton Destination Club and Grand Residences by Marriott.
Since entering the industry in 1984 as part of Marriott
International, Inc., the company earned its position as a leader
and innovator in vacation ownership products. The company preserves
high standards of excellence in serving its customers, investors
and associates while maintaining a long-term relationship with
Marriott International. For more information, please visit
www.marriottvacationsworldwide.com. Follow us on Twitter at
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