LyondellBasell Newark United Way Campaign Exceeds $8,000
March 31, 2016
Communities to Benefit from Company and Employee Donations
NEWARK, N.J. – March 31, 2016 – The Newark Plant of LyondellBasell, one of the world’s largest plastics, chemical and refining companies, recently announced donations totaling more than $8,000 to United Way of Central Jersey and United Way of Essex and West Hudson as part of its completed 2015 campaign.
“We are committed to being a responsible, good neighbor in the communities where we operate,” said LyondellBasell CEO Bob Patel. “We are very proud of our efforts and the generosity of our employees in giving back to their communities through charitable giving and volunteer service.”
In 2015, LyondellBasell held United Way campaigns at 22 company sites across the U.S. and raised a total of $2.7 million. The money raised by the company’s campaign will benefit thousands of programs across the country that people in need rely upon.
“Thanks to LyondellBasell, children are succeeding, families are stronger and our communities are healthier,” said George Xuereb, United Way of Essex and West Hudson director of resource development. “Their commitment to the United Way allows programs and initiatives to operate throughout Essex County and West Hudson to help thousands of our neighbors share the LIVE UNITED spirit.”
In addition to supporting the United Way, in 2015 LyondellBasell Newark employees and their families participated in Global Care Day, the company’s annual day of service, where they beautified the grounds of the Marist High School in Newark.
“We are thrilled with the generosity our employees have shown during this United Way campaign,” said Newark Plant Site Manager Terry Mallory. “Their contributions and efforts positively impact our neighbors and community.”
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