Foundation Recognizes Camden Leaders for Contributions to the City
CAMDEN, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jan. 24, 2012– The Campbell Soup Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB), recognized two Camden community leaders at a breakfast held at the company’s world headquarters. The Campbell Soup Foundation Community Awards pay tribute to individuals who have made significant contributions to improving the lives of Camden residents. More than 115 local non-profit leaders attended the event.
The Hometown Hero award was created in 2003 to recognize and encourage those who have dedicated themselves to making Camden a better place to live and work. The recipient receives a $1,000 cash gift and a framed certificate. The Lifetime Achievement Award honors an individual who has worked over time to improve the lives of Camden residents. The recipient receives a $5,000 grant for their organization in their name and a framed certificate.
This year’s award recipients are:
“Each year we look forward to recognizing individuals in our community who have made significant contributions to improve the quality of life in Camden,” said Dave Stangis, President of the Campbell Soup Foundation. “Everyone involved with the Campbell Soup Foundation Community Awards is dedicated to making Camden a better place to live and to work.”
Through its “Nourishing” corporate social responsibility program, Campbell has been widely recognized for making a positive impact in the workplace, in the marketplace and in the communities in which it operates. The company has been added to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes, named to the 100 Best Corporate Citizens List by Corporate Responsibility magazine, named to the list of 2010 World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere magazine and named a Catalyst Award Winner in 2010. Campbell Corporate Social Responsibility report can be accessed in its entirety at www.thecampbellscompany.com/csr.
About Campbell Soup Company
Campbell Soup Company is a global manufacturer and marketer of high-quality foods and simple meals, including soup and sauces, baked snacks and healthy beverages. Founded in 1869, the company has a portfolio of market-leading brands, including “Campbell’s,” “Pepperidge Farm,” “Arnott’s” and “V8.” Through its corporate social responsibility program, the company strives to make a positive impact in the workplace, in the marketplace and in the communities in which it operates. Campbell is a member of the Standard & Poor’s 500 and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes. For more information, visit www.campbellsoup.com.
Source: Campbell Soup Foundation
Campbell Soup FoundationAmanda Bauman, 856-342-5264