Henkel team donates prize money to CannedWater4kids to help save the children
Sussex, WI – January 23, 2019 A Henkel business team recently donated 5,000€ (approximately $5,600) to CannedWater4Kids. This donation – prize money from a global teamwork award – represents Henkel’s commitment to social responsibility and sustainable business. After receiving the monetary award, the leadership team of Henkel’s Metal Packaging business sought potential charitable outlets consistent with its values and daily business activities.
CannedWater4Kids (CW4K) was selected as an organization consistent with Henkel’s mission and values. “We loved the CW4K mission – to ensure clean, safe drinking water for children around the world,” said Laurie Andriate, Corporate Vice President, Henkel Corporation - Metal Packaging. Moreover, they fulfill their mission using aluminum cans. “Not only is CW4K doing great things, but the nonprofit is also using the most sustainable packaging container, an aluminum beverage can to promote its message. CW4K demonstrates that clean and refreshing drinking water comes in cans, a container more sustainable than plastic. We are proud to donate our monetary award to make an enduring impact on the lives of many people,” added Andriate.
“We are grateful for this generous donation from an industry leader like Henkel,” said Greg Stromberg, Founder & CEO of CW4K. “Too many children are dying from a lack of safe drinking water. Henkel's kindness and support will allow us increased visibility and potential to develop, fund, and deliver clean, safe drinking water solutions at a faster pace,” added Stromberg.
One of the ways CW4K drives awareness and raises funds for their water projects is through North American sales of their drinking water packaged in aluminum bottles and cans. Whether you are looking to support corporate or personal sustainability goals, or believe in giving back, this product accomplishes both. CW4K canned water is the perfect replacement for the minimally recyclable plastic water bottles.
“Every time you buy & drink our premium water, you are making a difference,” said Peter Gorman, CW4K Board Member and CMO. “We call our water 'Drinking water - with a purpose.' That's because it keeps you hydrated, it tastes great, is infinitely recyclable, and 95% of all money collected by CW4K from the sale of this water goes to help fund & deliver sustainable clean, safe drinking water programs worldwide.”
Upscale hotels, like the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel in California and Radisson Red in Minneapolis, Minnesota include CW4K water in rooms for their guests. CW4K drinking water in aluminum bottles and cans is also available in America’s national parks like Yosemite, Denali, and Mesa Verde.
CW4K premium drinking water is currently only available in North America. It comes in 16oz aluminum bottles, and 12oz cans– perfect for home, boardroom, office meetings, school, hospitality, or vending.
To learn more about CW4K and how you can help, please visit http://www.cannedwater4kids.org/howtohelp
About CannedWater4Kids
CannedWater4Kids is a 501c3 charity based in Sussex, WI. The organization’s purpose is to ensure all children have access to clean, safe drinking water. CW4K funds its initiatives with cash donations, grants and through the North American sales of their premium drinking water in aluminum cans and bottles. Ninety-five cents of every dollar collected goes to support clean water programs. Projects include assisting the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee’s Engineers Without Borders in bringing sustainable water purification solutions to the highlands of Guatemala, and support for well/water tank and Bio Sand Filter projects in Zambia, Kenya, and Tanzania, Africa. Recent disaster and hurricane –relief efforts include the sending of truckloads of canned drinking water to Michigan, Texas, Florida, and Puerto Rico. To learn more, visit http://www.cannedwater4kids.org
About Henkel in North America
Henkel operates across its three business units – Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care and Laundry & Home Care – in North America. Its portfolio of well-known consumer and industrial brands includes Schwarzkopf® hair care, Dial® soaps, Right Guard® antiperspirants, professional hair care brand Sexy Hair®, Persil®, Purex® and all® laundry detergents, Snuggle® fabric softeners as well as Loctite®, Technomelt® and Bonderite® adhesives. North America is an important region for Henkel: With sales of around 5.8 billion US dollars (5.2 billion euros) in 2017, North America accounts for 26 percent of the company’s global sales. Henkel employs more than 9,000 people across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit www.henkel-northamerica.com.
About Henkel
Henkel operates globally with a well-balanced and diversified portfolio. The company holds leading positions with its three business units in both industrial and consumer businesses thanks to strong brands, innovations and technologies. Henkel Adhesive Technologies is the global leader in the adhesives market – across all industry segments worldwide. In its Laundry & Home Care and Beauty Care businesses, Henkel holds leading positions in many markets and categories around the world. Founded in 1876, Henkel looks back on more than 140 years of success. In 2017, Henkel reported sales of 22.6 billion US dollars (20 billion euros) and adjusted operating profit of around 3.9 billion US dollars (3.5 billion euros). Combined sales of the respective top brands of the three business units – Loctite, Schwarzkopf and Persil – amounted to 7.2 billion US dollars (6.4 billion euros). Henkel employs more than 53,000 people globally – a passionate and highly diverse team, united by a strong company culture, a common purpose to create sustainable value, and shared values. As a recognized leader in sustainability, Henkel holds top positions in many international indices and rankings. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX. For more information, please visit www.henkel.com.
Source: CannedWater4Kids
