Global-branded food company recognized for
empowering young changemakers and supporting their efforts to make
the world a better place
AUSTIN,
Minn., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods
Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a global branded Fortune 500 food company,
was honored this week at the third-annual Anthem Awards, which
recognized the company for the success of its 10 Under 20 Food
Heroes program. Hormel Foods was honored for impactful work in the
Humanitarian Action & Services category, a testament to the
company's commitment to fostering a better world for all of us.
Launched in 2020, the Hormel Foods 10 Under 20 Food Heroes
program recognizes and supports 10 young changemakers and
entrepreneurs under the age of 20 who are working to improve access
to and equity within our food systems. These Food Heroes are
selected for the impact of their initiatives, their innovative
ideas and their ability to inspire others. Honorees gain access to
invaluable resources and support from Hormel Foods, including
mentorship, internship options and hands-on experiences, empowering
them to increase their positive impact on the world.
"Empowering these young people has been a privilege and an
honor," said Jeff Baker, group vice
president, Retail Marketing – Value-Added Meats at Hormel Foods.
"We are excited to receive this Anthem Award, and just as excited
to watch our 10 Under 20 Food Heroes continue their collective
mission of making this world a better place. There is a bright
future in store for each of these Food Heroes, and Hormel Foods is
honored to support their efforts."
In September, Hormel Foods announced its second cohort of
honorees and hosted the group at its global headquarters in
Austin, Minnesota. During their
visit, honorees had an opportunity to connect with and learn from
company leaders and discuss opportunities to further scale the
impact of their respective projects. Each honoree also received a
monetary donation from the company.
For more information on all Hormel Foods global-impact
initiatives, visit hormelfoods.com/global-impact.
About Hormel Foods — Inspired People. Inspired
Food.™
Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food
company with over $12 billion in
annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands
include Planters®, Skippy®,
SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®,
Applegate®, Justin's®, Wholly®,
Hormel® Black Label®,
Columbus®, Jennie-O® and more than
30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500
Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of
the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one
of America's most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on
Fast Company's list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators,
received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023-24 Corporate Equality
Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its
corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company
lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired
Food.™ — to bring some of the world's most trusted
and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information,
visit hormelfoods.com.
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