H.J. Heinz Company Foundation

The H.J. Heinz Company Foundation aims to make contributions to the sustainable health of people in communities where Heinz operates. The Company Foundation is a separate legal entity that was established in 1951 in the U.S. and is funded by Company donations from our World Headquarters office.

Heinz regional affiliate headquarters and local factories also support their communities in the form of charitable giving and volunteerism. Foundations and/or Charitable Trusts have been established for Heinz Benelux (Belgium, The Netherlands and Luxembourg), Heinz UK, Heinz North America and Heinz Australia.

Around the world, Heinz donated more than $16.2 million in cash and in-kind products during Fiscal Years 2008 and 2009.

The H.J. Heinz Company Foundation is focused on these primary programs and areas:

Heinz Micronutrient CampaignHeinz Micronutrient Campaign

  • Heinz has provided vital micronutrient assistance to three million children around the world through this groundbreaking program, which distributes essential vitamin and mineral sachets. The Company committed $1.8 million to this program in Fiscal Years 2008 and 2009 and intends to contribute an additional $5 million for future years.

Heinz Community Grants>Heinz Community Grants

  • The H.J. Heinz Company Foundation underwrites grants in the key areas of Nutrition, Diversity and Fostering Healthy Communities.

Community Service ProjectsCommunity Service Projects

  • Heinz partners with numerous organizations by supporting their efforts and encouraging employees to participate in many programs and widespread campaigns for the good of local communities. The volunteer work of our employees benefits thousands of people.

Product and Monetary DonationsProduct and Monetary Donations

  • Heinz has a history of providing humanitarian aid to communities affected by natural disasters. Whether we donate much-needed food supplies or monetary funds, relief agencies around the world look to Heinz for help when disasters strike. Food banks and other charities also benefit from the hundreds of thousands of pounds of products that we provide each year.