Newman’s Own Foundation
The actor Paul Newman and his pal, A. E. Hotchner, established a charity in 1982 that grew out of proceeds from a salad dressing Mr. Newman gave as gifts to friends. The salad dressing, known as Newman’s Own Salad Dressing proved to be wildly popular and was eventually commercialized for good causes.
Today, Newman’s Own and its family of other favorites gives 100% of its after-tax profits and royalties from its sales to non-profit organizations focused on education and community service issues. Tasty and impactful, Newman’s Own has had a wonderful and measurable impact on the communities it serves - literally.
2018 Net Assets
$233,737,292
Tax-exempt since 2002, the private foundation says they are “All about living philanthropy and supporting people doing great tasks.” They have backed that up with over $500 million in grants to date, $27 million-plus of which was allocated in calendar 2018 alone.
Newman’s Own Foundation has four primary areas of focus: encouraging philanthropy, children with “life-limiting conditions,” empowerment, and nutrition.
Acting President & CEO
Miriam Nelson (since January 2020)
Previously Hampshire College President
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