Social Responsibility
THURSDAY
NOVEMBER 12, 2009
This year we collected 2581 lbs
The food will be donated to the Interreligious Food Consortium.
They will distribute the food to all the local food pantries
Helping Hands Across America
as of 12/09/09 2:56 p.m. (EST) |
| Current World Record |
510,000.00 |
| Our Current Total |
374,027.20 |
| Lbs. Needed to Beat Record |
135,972.80 |
The Guinness world record that we previously announced
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The dining hall uses locally grown produce from:
(during growing seasons)
Emmi & Sons Farms
Anna Farms
Nicotra Farms
Mueller Farms
Schader Farms
Williams Farms
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Food Alliance: Sustainable products are those considered to be environmentally friendly and socially responsible, and Food Alliance certified farmers must meet strict standards in reducing the use of pesticides, conserving natural resources and wildlife habitats conservation and providing safe and fair conditions for their workers. [ more ] |
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STOP Hunger: Since 1999, the Sodexo Foundation has been committed to being a driving and creative force that contributes to a hunger-free nation. In order to eliminate hunger that affects 36 million people in the U.S., we must fight its root causes... [ more ] |
Heros of Everyday Life 2008 |
Heroes of Everyday Life
Each year, the Sodexo Foundation recognizes Sodexo employees who invest their time, talent, and service spirit service spirit in helping some of the 35.5 million people who are at risk of hunger in the United States. Nominated by a colleague, friend, or employer, selected Heroes are honored by the Sodexo Foundation and a donation is made to their local hunger-related charities of choice.
Jim Toczydlowski, General Manager
Campus Services, Syracuse, NY
LeMoyne College
Since 2005, Jim has been involved with and served on the Board of the Interreligious Food Consortium (IFC), where he raises awareness and funds for the network of 75 local food pantries. From 2002 to present, Jim has been involved with a variety of canned food drives, including Sodexo Cans Across America, collecting nearly 9,000 pounds of food to date. In addition, Jim has donated surplus food to St. Lucy's Food Pantry, the Rescue Mission of Syracuse, and to Hopps Memorial CME Church. |
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Manufacturing Partners: Sodexo has been an active member of industry coalitions which encourage legislators, manufacturers and consumers to jointly develop rational, not reactionary, strategies to today's environmental needs... [ more ] |
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Sodexo's Environmental Action Program is complex and multifaceted, offering solid information and tools to make our customers, clients, employees, and society at large aware of environmental problems and how they can help. [ more ] |
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How You Can Help |
You can help us help the environment in a number of ways:
- Take only the number of napkins you need per meal.
- Take only one cup for each beverage purchase.
- Use paper bags for carryout, where provided.
- Join our Recycle Mug Program for beverage purchases.
- Recycle aluminum cans throughout campus at the designated recycling stations as well as at home.
- Dine in rather than carrying out.
- Get involved with your school and the Food Service Recycling Program.
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