Attention Gen- Zers!! Help Make a Difference in Your Community with $2,500 from Pop-Tarts and United Way
Kellogg Company, in partnership with United Way, has launched an initiative inviting young individuals aged 13 to 22 to submit ideas for community improvement. From now until December 31, 20 selected winners will each receive $2,500 to help realize their projects. The initiative aims to address various issues such as food insecurity, education access, and mental health. Winners will be announced in January 2021. This effort aligns with Kellogg's commitment to creating Better Days for 3 billion people by 2030.
- Kellogg partners with United Way to support youth-driven community initiatives.
- 20 winners will receive $2,500 each to implement their ideas.
- The initiative addresses significant issues including food insecurity and education access.
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BATTLE CREEK, Mich., Sept. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- What's your idea to improve your city and bring about real change?
If you're between the ages of 13 and 22, United Way and Pop-Tarts want to help turn your idea into reality! Between now and December 31, 20 winners will each receive
Whether your submission is a written story, video, or illustration, it doesn't matter. We just want to spark your creativity and help bring your idea, energy, and passion for your city to life.
Make sure your idea and application addresses these questions:
- What's the issue or problem you'd like to help address in your community?
- What's your BIG IDEA to help address the issue?
- When would your project take place?
- Who will you partner with to help succeed (i.e., your local United Way, a local non-profit, your school or church)
- How will you know the project has been a success?
For more information and to submit your entry, go here. Winners will be announced in January 2021.
"Pop-Tarts wants to empower young people to use their creativity and curiosity to drive change in their community," said Pop-Tarts' Sarah Reinecke, Senior Director, Brand Marketing. "Pop-Tarts and Kellogg are committed to creating Better Days for 3 billion people by the end of 2030."
"United Way is pleased to partner once again with Pop-Tarts to engage our next generation of problem-solvers and see what ideas they come up with to support stronger, more resilient communities," said Stan Little, Chief Experience Officer, United Way Worldwide. "Community building is in our DNA and we are always on the lookout for a fresh perspective on the problems we tackle every day. Gen Z is our first truly digital-native generation and are known for their open-mindedness, innovation and focus on solutions. These are all traits that United Way values and I am looking forward to seeing how they approach some of the issues facing us today."
About Kellogg Company
At Kellogg Company (NYSE: K), we strive to enrich and delight the world through foods and brands that matter. Our beloved brands include Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Special K®, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®, Pop-Tarts®, Kellogg's Corn Flakes®, Rice Krispies®, Eggo®, Mini-Wheats®, Kashi®, RXBAR®, MorningStar Farms® and more. Net sales in 2019 were approximately
About United Way
United Way fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community. Supported by 2.9 million volunteers, 8.1 million donors worldwide and
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