The initiative, with the assistance of nonprofit partners, will focus on providing access to healthy foods, improving nutrition education, identifying sustainable food resources and raising awareness of the global crisis. In conjunction with the launch of the initiative, the Company also announced its partnership withFeed the Children, a nonprofit organization committed to defeating childhood hunger worldwide.
Herbalife Nutrition (NYSE: HLF), a premier global nutrition company, recently announced the launchof the Nutrition for Zero Hunger global initiative, pledging $2 million to help end world hunger, ensurepeople have access to good nutrition and address rising obesity.
Feed the Children has designated September as Defeat Hunger Month and as a lead partner ofNutrition for Zero Hunger, Herbalife Nutrition will support their programs to help end hunger aroundthe world.
“The Nutrition for Zero Hunger initiative addresses key pandemic problems and through our workwith our partners, like Feed the Children, we hope to build a world where everyone has access toquality food and nutrition.” ~Alan Hoffman, Executive Vice President, Global Corporate Affair
As a leader in the global nutrition, Herbalife Nutrition was founded, nearly 40 years ago, on theimportance and value of good nutrition, providing a reliable source of nutritious food through anetwork of independent distributors to customers worldwide.
“Feed the Children is proud to partner with Herbalife Nutrition to address the important issue ofchildhood hunger. The problem cannot be tackled alone. We know that when we combine our efforts, we will have a greater impact on thelives of families who need us most around the world. We have seen how healthy nutrition impacts people’s lives, and we are committedto supporting this critical need to vulnerable populations all around the world.” ~Travis Arnold, Feed the Children president and CEO
Feed the Children is an organization that is dedicated to supporting families and communities by providing food assistance and resources to help achieve stable lives both in the U.S. and internationally in 10 countries. In 2018, Feed the Children distributed 88.6 million pounds of food andessentials, working with community partners to support 6.5 million people globally.
In addition to supporting strategic partnerships, Nutrition for Zero Hunger aligns with the UnitedNation’s Sustainable Development Goal #2, which calls for bold action to end hunger in all its formsby 2030, as well as solutions to achieve food security and improve nutrition worldwide. Through the$2 million pledge, the Company will:
- Partner with organizations addressing hunger, food security and malnutrition.
- Provide in-kind donations of nutritious food and nutrition products to vulnerable people.
- Deliver resources to support nutrition education.
- Engage and educate communities globally through integrated campaigns Hoffman added.
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About Herbalife NutritionHerbalife Nutrition is a global nutrition company whose purpose is to make the world healthier andhappier. The Company has been on a mission for nutrition - changing people's lives with greatnutrition products and programs - since 1980. Herbalife Nutrition offers high-quality, science-backedproducts, one-on-one coaching with an Herbalife Nutrition independent member, and a supportivecommunity that inspires customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle. Herbalife Nutrition’s targeted nutrition, weight-management, energy and fitness and personal careproducts are available through its independent distributors in more than 90 countries. Herbalife Nutrition supports the Herbalife Nutrition Foundation, a non-profit organization that assists community organizations focused on providing good nutrition. Herbalife Nutrition is also proud tosponsor more than 190 world-class athletes, teams and events around the globe. Herbalife Nutrition has more than 8,300 employees worldwide.
To learn more, visit IAmHerbalife.com.
About Feed the ChildrenAt Feed the Children, we feed hungry kids. We envision a world where no child goes to bed hungry. In the U.S. and internationally, we are dedicated to helping families and communities achieve stable lives and to reducing the need for help tomorrow, while providing food and resources to help them today. We distribute product donations from corporate donors to local community partners, we provide support for teachers.
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