Newman's Own

Bright MLS "Open Housing Marketplace" Campaign Selected as 2X Bronze Winner in Prestigious Webby Anthem Awards

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards honors the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies and organizations worldwide.

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  • Launched in 2021 by The Webby Awards, The Anthem Awards honors the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies and organizations worldwide.
  • Straightforward and consumer-facing campaign assets were created to educate, inform and encourage support of the fair and open housing marketplace.
  • That's why I am incredibly proud of the internal Bright team who developed this powerful campaign," said Amit Kulkarni, Bright MLS Chief Marketing Officer.
  • A portion of program revenue is allocated to the Anthem Award's grant program, The Anthem Fund.

Newman’s Own Foundation Announces $100k Community Giveaway

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Newman’s Own Foundation has been working with leading, community-based food justice organizations as part of its mission to nourish and transform the lives of children who face adversity.

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  • Newman’s Own Foundation has been working with leading, community-based food justice organizations as part of its mission to nourish and transform the lives of children who face adversity.
  • For the Newman’s Own $100k Community Giveaway, the Foundation has shortlisted 15 of its 2023 grantee partners that are working towards addressing the root causes of food insecurity for children, with an emphasis on nutritious food in schools and indigenous food justice.
  • Donations are also welcome, and Newman’s Own Foundation will match the first $10,000 raised from the public, increasing the overall size of the giveaway.
  • The participating organizations in the Newman’s Own $100k Community Giveaway are:
    For Nutritious Food in Schools:

Wet Brush Unveils NEW Special Edition Hairbrush Inspired by Paul Newman in Partnership with Newman's Own--100% of Profits Go to Help Kids Facing Adversity

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wet Brush, creator of The Original Detangler®, has unveiled a NEW special edition hairbrush inspired by Paul Newman in partnership with Newman's Own, the radically good brand founded by the legendary actor, racecar driver, and philanthropist. Wet Brush is the very first brand selected to participate in "Newman's Deal," launching a Special Edition Wet Brush x Newman's Own Pro Detangler in Deep Blue with 100% of the profits donated to helping kids facing adversity.

Key Points: 
  • Wet Brush is the very first brand selected to participate in "Newman's Deal," launching a Special Edition Wet Brush x Newman's Own Pro Detangler in Deep Blue with 100% of the profits donated to helping kids facing adversity.
  • Inspired by Paul Newman's iconic blue eyes and encased in stunning collectible packaging, this Wet Brush makes the perfect holiday gift for beauty enthusiasts, film buffs, Paul Newman fans, and anyone who likes to give gifts that give back.
  • "We're thrilled to partner with Newman's Own on this special edition brush that feels as good to use as it does to give.
  • The Special Edition Wet Brush x Newman's Own Pro Detangler in Deep Blue will retail for $14.99 starting November 15 and will be available exclusively on Wetbrush.com while supplies last.

Newman's Own Satisfies Hunger for Efficiency with NetSuite

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SUITEWORLD 2023 -- Newman's Own, Inc., the radically good food and beverage company founded by late actor, racecar driver, and philanthropist, Paul Newman, is working with Oracle NetSuite to find efficiencies in its mission to produce great-tasting, high-quality food and beverages and give away 100 percent of its profits to help kids facing adversity. With NetSuite, Newman's Own has been able to take advantage of an integrated business suite to increase profitability and generate more money for worthy causes by consolidating financial processes, expanding business visibility, and improving efficiency across its growing operations.

Key Points: 
  • After evaluating several key market systems, Newman's Own selected NetSuite to establish a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) suite .
  • With NetSuite, Newman's Own has been able to consolidate and automate financial and operational workflows to improve business performance and decision making.
  • With NetSuite Order Management , Newman's Own is able to increase collaboration and optimize production, fulfillment, and distribution processes.
  • NetSuite was the first cloud company—ushering in the new era of cloud computing.

NEWMAN'S OWN®, INC. DEBUTS NEW AND IMPROVED PASTA SAUCE RECIPES

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

WESTPORT, Conn., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Newman's Own, Inc., the radically good food and beverage company founded by late actor, racecar driver, and philanthropist, Paul Newman, today announced that as part of its Radically Good brand refresh, it is debuting new and improved recipes for its line of pasta sauces, including Marinara, Tomato & Basil, Sockarooni, Roasted Garlic and Fire Roasted Tomato, as well as Organic Marinara, Organic Tomato & Basil and Organic Olive Oil, Basil & Garlic. With a commitment to providing exceptional flavors while upholding the company's philanthropic mission of giving away 100% of profits to help kids through the Newman's Own Foundation, these improved recipes are sure to tantalize taste buds and elevate pasta dishes to a whole new level.

Key Points: 
  • Newman's Own Organic Pasta Sauces use certified organic ingredients including diced tomatoes, onions, garlic, and olive oil.
  • All Newman's Own Pasta Sauces are made with mindful ingredients, no added sugar, and zero trans fats.
  • Newman's Own Pasta Sauces are available now in retailers nationwide for $3.49 per 24 oz.
  • For additional information and to find products in a store near you, visit NewmansOwn.com or follow the brand on Instagram @NewmansOwn .

From Ashes to 'Magical' New Beginnings: The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Opens Brand-New Creative Complex

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

NEW HAVEN, Conn., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, two years after a devastating 2021 fire at Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford, Connecticut, Camp leaders joined Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, Hole in the Wall corporate partners, local first responders, volunteers, staff, families and more, for a special grand opening and ceremonial ribbon cutting of the newly rebuilt Creative Complex – a space where creative dreams become reality.

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  • "Their generous outpouring of love and support has allowed us to build an exquisite space where campers and families can forge friendships and create lifelong memories as they experience the joy, hope and healing of Hole in the Wall."
  • There is also a spacious back deck for outdoor programming, along with a Camp store on the lower level of the building.
  • Keeping sustainability at the forefront, the facility uses geothermal heating and cooling, preventing 77 tons of CO2 from entering the atmosphere annually.
  • A centerpiece of the new building is a mosaic art installation by Mia Schon, a former Camp staff member and Tel Aviv- and Boston-based mosaic artist.

Newman's Own Foundation Names Alex Amouyel as New President and CEO

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

WESTPORT, Conn., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Newman's Own Foundation has announced Alex Amouyel as its incoming President and Chief Executive Officer, starting in April. The Foundation was established by the late actor, racecar driver, and philanthropist Paul Newman to carry on his radically good legacy of giving away 100% of profits from Newman's Own food and beverages. Amouyel will succeed Miriam E. Nelson, Ph.D., who is retiring after three years of transformative leadership at the Foundation. With Amouyel at the helm, Newman's Own Foundation will lean into its mission to nourish and transform the lives of children who face adversity. Amouyel's experience in philanthropy and impact investing in underserved communities will be invaluable as the Foundation continues to create positive change.

Key Points: 
  • WESTPORT, Conn., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Newman's Own Foundation has announced Alex Amouyel as its incoming President and Chief Executive Officer, starting in April.
  • Amouyel will succeed Miriam E. Nelson, Ph.D., who is retiring after three years of transformative leadership at the Foundation.
  • With Amouyel at the helm, Newman's Own Foundation will lean into its mission to nourish and transform the lives of children who face adversity.
  • "Newman's Own Foundation is thrilled to welcome Alex Amouyel as its new President and CEO," says Michael Clayton, Chair of the Board, Newman's Own Foundation.

$600 MILLION IN GIVING SURPASSED ON 40th ANNIVERSARY OF NEWMAN'S OWN, THE PIONEERING PURPOSE-DRIVEN BRAND


WESTPORT, Conn., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newman's Own Foundation, the private foundation created by Paul Newman to carry on his legacy of giving away 100% of profits from Newman's Own food and beverages, is leaning into its new mission and giving strategy to nourish and transform the lives of kids who face adversity. Today, the Foundation announced that, with its latest distributions, more than $600 million has been given to great causes since 1982. Since sharing earlier this year that it will concentrate its giving on supporting kids facing adversity, the Foundation has been focused on elevating the work of longstanding partners while engaging new organizations, bringing joy to seriously ill children and improving nutrition security for children in schools and Indigenous communities in the U.S.

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  • Today, the Foundation announced that, with its latest distributions, more than $600 million has been given to great causes since 1982.
  • The Foundation also provided support to organizations that work with foster children and children's mental health.
  • To identify innovators in nutrition security, Newman's Own Foundation issued two requests for grant proposals (RFPs) this summer.
  • As of 2022, Newman's Own has donated more than $600 million to good causes, especially to kids who face adversity.

OFFERING USE OF PAUL NEWMAN'S LIKENESS FOR A LIMITED TIME, NEWMAN'S OWN INVITES OTHER BRANDS TO "GIVE IT ALL AWAY" TO HELP CHILDREN

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Monday, October 24, 2022

WESTPORT, Conn., Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- We live in the age of celebrity endorsements. These days, pop stars can earn upwards of $50 million just by posing next to a soda can in a 30-second commercial. Athletes might take home $25 million by agreeing to endorse a cereal and can earn $160 million for wearing a pair of sneakers. This trend nods to the fact that the commercialization of one's "personal brand" is a key factor for achieving personal financial success in the 21st century.

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  • The unprecedented philanthropic initiative lets brands use Paul Newman's name, image, and likeness but only if they promise to "give it all away."
  • Some 40 years later, Paul Newman's decision to "give it all away" has become the stuff of legend in the world of philanthropy.
  • The new tagline "Radically Good" was inspired by Paul Newman's radically good commitment to "give it all away."
  • Newman's Own, Inc., founded by Paul Newman in 1982, offers great tasting, high-quality food and beverage products for families and their pets.

NEWMAN'S OWN® ROLLS OUT BRIGHT NEW PACKAGING FEATURING PERSONAL STORIES OF CHILDREN IT SUPPORTS THROUGH GRANTEE PARTNERS FOR THE FIRST TIME

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

WESTPORT, Conn. , Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Newman's Own, the radically good food and beverage company founded by actor, racecar driver, and philanthropist Paul Newman that gives away 100% of profits to help children, today announced it is putting the faces and personal stories of children it supports through its grantee partners on its packaging for the first time, starting with children who have attended SeriousFun Children's Network (SeriousFun) camps. SeriousFun, also founded by Paul Newman, is a community of free, adaptive summer camps for kids with serious illnesses. The change is part of a modern new packaging rollout for the brand, to help it stand out to new and existing customers on shelves.

Key Points: 
  • SeriousFun, also founded by Paul Newman, is a community of free, adaptive summer camps for kids with serious illnesses.
  • The change is part of a modern new packaging rollout for the brand, to help it stand out to new and existing customers on shelves.
  • Gabe and Angelica, age 17:Twins Gabe and Angelica share many things, including Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, which makes the body prone to injury.
  • The kinds of physical activities most kids engage in can be dangerous for them, but at their SeriousFun camp, both discovered their passions.