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Published in House and Home on Tuesday, June 22nd 2010 at 5:37 GMT by Market Wire🞛 This publication is a summary or evaluation of another publication
CAMDEN, N.J.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) will be honored tonight by the American Heart Association at its annual New York City Heart Ball with the aMission Achievement Award.a Campbell is the first recipient of the award, which was established to recognize an organization whose extraordinary efforts help to advance the mission of the American Heart Association through consumer public education and awareness, corporate support and industry leadership in prevention.
"We are honored to be recognized for our efforts to promote a heart-healthy lifestyle, from our great-tasting, heart-healthy soups, sauces, beverages and breads in the marketplace, to the culture of wellness we have created in the workplace."
Denise Morrison, President of Campbell North America Soup, Sauces and Beverages, will accept the award on behalf of Campbell. aThe American Heart Association represents the gold standard for heart health awareness and they are a key strategic partner of Campbell,a said Morrison. aWe are honored to be recognized for our efforts to promote a heart-healthy lifestyle, from our great-tasting, heart-healthy soups, sauces, beverages and breads in the marketplace, to the culture of wellness we have created in the workplace.a
Campbell has been a national supporter of the AHAa™s Go Red For Women movement since 2006 and has pledged more than $3.6 million to help raise awareness of heart disease in women. Through Campbella™s aAdDress Your Hearta program, the company helps women learn about their risk of heart disease and the importance of healthy eating to manage disease risk factors.
aThe American Heart Association is proud to honor Campbell Soup Company with the Heart of New York Mission Achievement Award,a said Jeffrey C. LeSage, Chairman of the Board of the American Heart Association - New York City Board of Directors and National Managing Partner, Tax, KPMG. aCampbell continues to lead the charge against heart disease and stroke. Through its products in the marketplace and corporate wellness programs in its facilities across the country, Campbell is making a real contribution in helping to build longer and healthier lives for all Americans.a
Committed to Heart Health in the Marketplace and Workplace
Campbell works closely with the AHA on programs to promote a healthy lifestyle.
In the marketplace, Campbell offers more than 115 products that meet criteria to display the American Heart Associationa™s heart-check mark, which helps people to easily identify heart-healthy foods. Among the products that display the heart-check mark are 25 varieties of Campbella™s Healthy Request soups, 28 varieties of Pepperidge Farm whole grain breads, Low Sodium V8 juice and all V8 V-Fusion juices, Prego Heart Smart Italian sauces and Swanson Chicken.
In the workplace, Campbell provides a variety of wellness programs to encourage employees to take charge of their health. The AHA has recognized Campbell as a platinum-level aFit Friendly Companya for four years. This is the highest level of recognition, accorded because of the companya™s efforts to promote a heart-healthy lifestyle for employees. Campbell offers a host of health and wellness programs at all of its U.S. locations that promote physical activity, balanced eating and disease prevention.
Healthy Achievements
In May, Morrison also was honored by the AHAa™s North Jersey affiliate with their aWomen of Distinctiona award. This award recognizes and celebrates women who promote a healthy lifestyle for or among women.
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 aCampbella™s,a aPepperidge Farm,a aArnotta™sa and aV8.a 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 ].