BATTLE CREEK, Mich.,
Nov. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizenship Center
named Kellogg Company the winner of the 2019 Citizens Awards, in
the category of Best Economic Empowerment Program. This year marks
the 20th anniversary of the annual awards program, which recognizes
the most innovative and impactful corporate citizenship initiatives
raising the bar on social responsibility and spearheading the
transformation to a strong, healthy and sustainable future.
Kellogg partnered with the international nonprofit organization
TechnoServe on the award-winning program, which trains farmers in
India on climate-smart
agricultural practices to improve yields, quality, and resilience
on their farms, as well as to reduce food waste. The program has
also helped these farmers access better markets and supplies by
building the entrepreneurship skills of farmer-owned small
businesses that provide those services. As a result, more than
12,000 participating farmers have increased their incomes by 20
percent.
In addition, the program also teaches families to grow organic
kitchen gardens in order to improve nutrition and reduce food
expenditures. The average household with a garden now consumes
vegetables daily, and their spending on vegetables has decreased by
nearly 75 percent.
"This work contributes to our Kellogg's Better Days
commitment to create better days for 3 billion people worldwide by
the end of 2030," said Amy Senter,
Kellogg Company Chief Sustainability Officer. "We are committed to
supporting farmers and TechnoServe has been a tremendous partner in
this work. We are honored to be recognized for the meaningful
impact we are making on families and communities through our
collaboration."
"Feeding the world starts with ensuring that farming families
have good, sustainable livelihoods—especially as smallholder
farmers face increasing pressures from climate change," said
TechnoServe CEO William Warshauer.
"We are proud to partner with Kellogg on this high-impact
initiative, and we are honored that it has been recognized in this
way by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation."
"Kellogg's partnership with TechnoServe to transform the lives
of smallholder farming families in India demonstrates the kind of impact that
business can have as a force for good," said U.S. Chamber
Foundation Senior Vice President Marc
DeCourcey. "That's why it's such an honor to recognize
Kellogg with this award."
The Chamber Foundation announced the winners of the 2019
Citizens Awards on November 14 at a
ceremony in Washington, D.C. Learn
more about this award-winning program by clicking on this video or
read about it in our latest Corporate Responsibility Report.
About Kellogg
At Kellogg Company, we strive to enrich and delight the world
through foods and brands that matter. Our beloved brands include
Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Special K®, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®,
Pop-Tarts®, Kellogg's Corn Flakes®, Rice Krispies®, Eggo®,
Mini-Wheats®, Kashi®, RXBAR®, MorningStar Farms® and more. Net
sales in 2018 were approximately $13.5
billion, comprised principally of snacks and convenience
foods like cereal and frozen foods. Kellogg brands are beloved in
markets around the world. We are also a company with Heart &
Soul, committed to creating Better Days for 3 billion people by the
end of 2030 through our Kellogg's® Better Days global purpose
platform. Visit http://www.KelloggCompany.com or
www.OpenforBreakfast.com.
About TechnoServe
TechnoServe is a leader in harnessing the power of the private
sector to help people lift themselves out of poverty. A nonprofit
organization operating in 29 countries, we work with enterprising
men and women in the developing world to build competitive farms,
businesses, and industries. By linking people to information,
capital, and markets, we have helped millions to create lasting
prosperity for their families and communities. With 50 years of
proven results, TechnoServe believes in the power of private
enterprise to transform lives.
About Corporate Citizenship Center
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Corporate Citizenship
Center is a leading resource for businesses dedicated to making a
difference. For nearly 20 years, our programs, events, research,
and relationships with key NGO and governments have helped
businesses make the world a better place.
About U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is dedicated to
strengthening America's long-term competitiveness. We educate the
public on the conditions necessary for business and communities to
thrive, how business positively impacts communities, and emerging
issues and creative solutions that will shape the future.
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