MELVILLE, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Henry Schein, Inc.
(Nasdaq: HSIC) is celebrating the holidays this December with more
than 1,000 underserved children and their families through its 19th
annual "Holiday Cheer for Children" program, a flagship corporate
initiative designed to ensure that participating children around
the world enjoy a fun and festive holiday season.
This year, Team Schein Members (TSMs) from 20 company locations
in the U.S., Canada, the U.K.,
Spain, and Germany, participated in the program. TSMs at
many Henry Schein locations sponsor individual children, purchasing
toys, clothing, games, and other gifts for them. The children's
families also receive gift certificates to major supermarket chains
through the program. The company partners with local social service
agencies to identify children and families who would most benefit
from participating in the program. At other Henry Schein locations,
TSMs raise funds and donate gifts to local charities and people in
need.
"We at Henry Schein are committed to giving back to the
communities in which we live and work, and the Holiday Cheer for
Children program is a perfect example of how our Team Schein
Members embody that spirit of generosity," said Gerry Benjamin, Henry Schein's Executive Vice
President and Chief Administrative Officer. "For 19 years, we have
celebrated this program and cherished the smiles of countless
children and families, and we look forward to many more smiles in
the years to come."
Many Henry Schein locations throughout the U.S. play host to
events where participating children receive their gifts, the
largest of which took place December
7 at the company's global headquarters in Melville, New York. TSMs presented their gifts
to nearly 700 Long Island kids at a Disney-themed celebration. The
event included dinner, games, music, and a visit from Santa and
Mrs. Claus.
Children and families were identified for participation in the
Melville event by the following
local social service agencies: Bethany
House, Espoir Youth Program, Family & Children's
Association, Family Service League, Hispanic Counseling Center,
Madonna Heights, Nassau County
Department of Social Services, Northwell Health, The Pederson-Krag
Center, The Raymar Children's Fund, and YES Community Counseling
Center.
"We are always grateful for Henry Schein's partnership this time
of year, as they share our commitment to helping children and
families across Long Island enjoy
a festive and safe holiday season," said Lynne Campbell, Volunteer Coordinator, Nassau
County Department of Social Services. "For the families we work
with, the Holiday Cheer for Children event is a wonderful way to
embrace the spirit of the holidays and enjoy a fun-filled evening
with their family and friends."
Holiday Cheer for Children is an initiative of Henry Schein
Cares, the company's global corporate social responsibility
program, and is supported by the Henry Schein Cares Foundation,
Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization that works to foster, support and
promote dental, medical and animal health by helping to increase
access to care for communities around the world.
About Henry Schein Cares
Henry Schein Cares stands on
four pillars: engaging Team Schein Members to reach their
potential, ensuring accountability by extending ethical business
practices to all levels within Henry Schein, promoting
environmental sustainability, and expanding access to health care
for underserved and at-risk communities around the world. Health
care activities supported by Henry Schein Cares focus on three main
areas: advancing wellness, building capacity in the delivery of
health care services, and assisting in emergency preparedness and
relief.
Firmly rooted in a deep commitment to social responsibility and
the concept of enlightened self-interest championed
by Benjamin Franklin, the philosophy behind Henry Schein Cares
is a vision of "doing well by doing good." Through the work of
Henry Schein Cares to enhance access to care for those in need, the
Company believes that it is furthering its long-term success.
"Helping Health Happen Blog" is a platform for health care
professionals to share their volunteer experiences delivering
assistance to those in need globally. To read more about how Henry
Schein Cares is making a difference, please visit our
blog: www.helpinghealthhappen.org.
About the Henry Schein Cares Foundation,
Inc.
Established in 2008, the Henry Schein Cares
Foundation works to foster, support, and promote dental, medical,
and animal health by helping to increase access to care in
communities around the world. The Henry Schein Cares Foundation
carries out its mission through financial and health care product
donations to non-profit organizations supporting health care
professionals and community-based programs focused on prevention,
wellness, and treatment; disaster preparedness and relief; and
capacity building of health institutions that provide training and
care.
The Foundation is a tax-exempt organization under Section
501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
Contributions to the Foundation are tax-deductible as provided by
law.
About Henry Schein, Inc.
Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) is the world's largest provider
of health care products and services to office-based dental, animal
health and medical practitioners. The company also serves
dental laboratories, government and institutional healthcare
clinics, and other alternate care sites. A Fortune 500®
Company and a member of the S&P 500® and the Nasdaq 100®
indexes, Henry Schein employs more than 22,000 Team Schein Members and serves more than 1 million
customers.
The company offers a comprehensive selection of products and
services, including value-added solutions for operating efficient
practices and delivering high-quality care. Henry Schein operates
through a centralized and automated distribution network, with a
selection of more than 120,000 branded products and Henry Schein
private-brand products in stock, as well as more than 180,000
additional products available as special-order items. The company
also offers its customers exclusive, innovative technology
solutions, including practice management software and e-commerce
solutions, as well as a broad range of financial services.
Headquartered in Melville,
N.Y., Henry Schein has operations or affiliates in 33
countries. The company's sales reached a record $11.6 billion in 2016, and have grown at a
compound annual rate of approximately 15 percent since Henry Schein
became a public company in 1995. For more information, visit
Henry Schein at www.henryschein.com, Facebook.com/HenrySchein and
@HenrySchein on Twitter.
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