LyondellBasell Newark Plant United Way Campaign Exceeds $7,000
May 19, 2017
Communities to Benefit from Company and Employee Donations
NEWARK, New Jersey, May 19, 2017 – The Newark Plant of LyondellBasell, one of the world’s largest plastics, chemical and refining companies, recently announced donations totaling $7,796 to United Way of Essex and West Hudson.
“United Way mobilizes the caring power of communities to advance the common good; LyondellBasell is proud to be a part of their vital work,” said Bob Patel, LyondellBasell CEO and chairman of the management board. “I am grateful for our employees across the U.S. who demonstrated their tremendous generosity during the company’s annual United Way campaign. Through their volunteer efforts and financial contributions, our employees exemplify our company’s mission to be a good neighbor in the communities where we operate.”
One of the programs funded through the United Way of Essex and West Hudson (UWEWH) is the Financial Empowerment Center. UWEWH’s 10-year income goal is to cut in half the number of lower-income families who are financially unstable. Providing financial literacy classes and allowing participants to be taught financial independence, UWEWH also helps aid low-income and first generation college students in identifying financial aid resources for post-secondary education. Classes are also taught on helping individuals develop small business planning and execution skills.
“We are so thankful to LyondellBasell and its employees for contributing so generously, and creating a positive impact on our community through their annual United Way Campaign,” said Catherine Wilson, President and CEO of UWEWH. “With their contributions, we are able to provide more programs in education, health and income, making a difference for those in need.”
In 2016, LyondellBasell held United Way campaigns at 23 company sites across the U.S. and raised a total of $2.65 million.
“United Way has touched the lives of many of our families, neighbors and friends in times of need," said Terry Mallory, Newark site manager. "We're thankful we have the opportunity to give back to those who do so much for so many others."
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