Team Members across the globe volunteered in 93 countries and across
4,166 projects
Company Website:
http://hiltonworldwide.com/
MCLEAN, Va. -- (Business Wire)
Hilton (NYSE:HLT)
today announced that through its Global
Month of Service program, Team Members from 93 countries had
contributed more than 291,000 volunteer hours to 4,166 community
projects around the world. As part of Hilton’s Travel with Purpose
corporate responsibility program, Global Month of Service is a
celebration of the community engagement efforts throughout the entire
year.
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Hilton's Global Month of Service (Graphic: Business Wire)
“A core part of Hilton’s mission is to have a lasting, positive impact
on the thousands of communities where we live, work and travel, and that
is the inspiration for our annual Global Month of Service,” said
Christopher J. Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton. “This year, our
Team Members worked together to demonstrate a commitment to service by
sharing their unique hospitality skills in truly inspiring ways.”
Throughout October, Hilton collaborated with hundreds of organizations
across the globe to participate in service projects from outdoor garden
classrooms to mentorship programs to youth workshops. Projects aligned
with Travel with Purpose’s three priority areas: creating opportunities,
strengthening communities and preserving the environment.
Creating Opportunities
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In Cameroon, Hilton Yaoundé opened its doors to 35 local
students from Sorawell
Professional Training Center for Women, an organization that
provides hospitality training to young women from disadvantaged
backgrounds. The hotel held a week-long series of workshops with the
students and a two-year apprenticeship was awarded to one student that
excelled during the week.
Strengthening Communities
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In the United States, more than 100 Team Members from Hilton’s
headquarters in McLean, Virginia partnered with REAL
School Gardens, a local organization that unites teachers,
parents, businesses and students to create learning gardens tailored
to specific school needs. Team Members spent the day alongside the
students building raised plant beds, installing outdoor white boards
and planting seasonal vegetables for children to grow.
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In Singapore, Team Members from Hilton’s regional office joined
forces with Hilton Singapore to prepare, cook, pack and deliver more
than 5,000 meals to the local community in Singapore. During the
event, Team Members were able to participate in a number of different
roles preparing and serving in the kitchen.
Preserving The Environment
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Inthe United Kingdom, more than 50 Hilton hotels are
certified to the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) chain-of-custody.
During Seafood Week, Team Members in Bournemouth participated in a
local event to raise awareness about sustainably sourced seafood.
Students from Bournemouth and Poole College teamed up with TV Chef
Matt Tebbutt at the Hilton Bournemouth restaurant, Schpoons & Forx, to
serve the best sustainable British seafood to more than 60 special
guests.
As a business of people serving people, Hilton has been dedicated to
spreading its hospitality from properties into local communities for
nearly 100 years. While community service is highlighted during October,
Hilton’s Team Members dedicate their time, passion and unique brand of
hospitality to create positive change throughout the entire year. Since
2012, Hilton Team Members have completed more than 14,960 projects
worldwide and contributed more than 804,620 hours of community service.
About Travel with Purpose
Travel with Purpose is Hilton's corporate responsibility commitment to
providing shared value to its business and communities by creating
opportunities for individuals to reach their full potential;
strengthening communities where Hilton operates; and preserving
environments through the measurement, analysis and improvement of the
company's use of natural resources. Visit cr.hiltonworldwide.com to
learn more.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE:HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, comprising
more than 4,800 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and
timeshare properties with nearly 789,000 rooms in 104 countries and
territories. For 97 years, Hilton has been dedicated to continuing its
tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's
portfolio of 13 world-class global brands includes Hilton Hotels &
Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts,
Canopy by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton,
Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Tru by
Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton
Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer
loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®. Hilton HHonors members who book
directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits
including an exclusive member discount, free standard Wi-Fi, as well as
digital amenities that are available exclusively through the
industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where Hilton HHonors members can
check-in, choose their room, and access their room using a Digital Key.
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Contacts:
Hilton
Astrid Egerton-Vernon
+1 703 883 5696
astrid.egerton-vernon@hilton.com
or
Lana
Petruzzo
+1 703 883 6065
lana.petruzzo@hilton.com
Source: Hilton
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