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CASA Princess Ball

Mt. Pleasant, TX, Chicken Production Facility

The Pilgrim’s complex in Mt. Pleasant, TX, is a proud supporter of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate). In 2018, the team participated in the CASA Princess Ball, a fundraiser held each year to raise money for the organization. Along with a monetary donation to assist with the cost of renting the building for the event,…

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Eight Keys to a Better Me

Douglas, GA, Chicken Production Facility

In 2018, the Pilgrim’s Douglas, GA, complex sponsored “Eight Keys to a Better Me,” a character development book designed to teach young children about traditional values like honesty, respect, patriotism and kindness. With the support of Pilgrim’s Douglas team members, the book was given free of charge to elementary schools throughout Coffee County – helping…

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Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital

Canton, GA, Chicken Production Facility

In 2018, the Pilgrim’s Canton team participated in the community’s local Eastern Star Annual Fundraiser in support of the Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital in Atlanta. Donations made at the event went toward purchasing another canine dog and other items not normally covered by the hospital’s general fund, such as high chairs, strollers and walkers.

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Christmas Celebration

Moorefield, WV, Chicken Production Facility

Pilgrim’s Moorefield Santa Day was a fun and exciting event for all on December 1, 2018, in which the facility hosted a Christmas party for team members and their families. In total, more than 500 people attended and enjoyed the afternoon. Santa saw about 300 children, and many pictures were taken with him and Mrs.…

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Christmas Celebration

Waco, TX, Prepared Foods Facility

In December 2018, Pilgrim’s Waco hosted children from around the community to come meet and take pictures with Santa at the facility. Additionally, more than 2,000 toys were donated to local area charities, including Toys for Tots, for the holiday season.

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Hurricane Support

Enterprise, AL, Chicken Production Facility

Pilgrim’s Enterprise teamed up with Annie’s Café, a local restaurant, on October 27, 2018 to help feed and support the victims of Hurricane Michael. More than 1,300 plates were served at the event, providing meals to those who lost their homes as well as those trying to help restore normalcy to the communities. Additionally, the…

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Pie In Your Face

Cold Spring, MN, Chicken Production Facility

In September 2018, team members at our Pilgrim’s Cold Spring complex raised over $800 for United Way of Central Minnesota during the plant’s annual “Pie in Your Face” event. Team members paid $1.00 for a plate of whip cream to throw at their supervisor or lead.

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Earth Day 2018

Earth Day

Marshville, NC, Chicken Production Facility

In honor of Earth Day, Pilgrim’s team members planted a row of trees in front of the Pilgrim’s Live Operations offices in Marshville, NC. The mix of red and sugar maples were planted along US 74 and will provide a beautiful border in the summer and vibrant red colors in the fall. In addition, each…

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Pilgrim’s University

Pilgrim’s Mexico

Pilgrim’s Mexico University Program offers team members an opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills that position them for growth within the Company. The program offers team members diplomas in administration, production supervision, process supervision and leadership. In 2018, 12,034 team members took advantage of this opportunity and expanded their skills in areas of interest from…

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PROFEPA Environmental Commitment

Pilgrim’s Mexico

In November 2018, PROFEPA awarded Pilgrim’s Mexico the “Recognition of Environmental Commitment” along with 32 companies whose production processes and activities apply an environmental strategy aimed at sustainability. This award was given to the Pilgrim’s Mexico environmental team for partaking in and having the largest number of facilities certified to the National Environmental Audit Program,…

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