SILOAM SPRINGS, AR, June 18, 2020 – Today, Simmons Foods announced the M. H. “Bill” Simmons Scholarship awarded just over $100,000 in scholarships to recipients for the 2020 program year. This brings the total educational assistance provided over the history of the program to over $1.2 million.
The M.H. “Bill” Simmons Memorial Scholarship was established by Mark Simmons in 1979 in the name of his late father and founder of the Simmons organization. The program was created to assist in the educational endeavors of the children of Simmons team members and growers, specifically graduating seniors who are pursuing a vocational, technical or college degree program. Over 1,100 students have received grants through the program since it began.
“One of our Simmons’ values, Take Action reads, in part, ‘we expect more of ourselves, our teams and our processes as we prepare our company for the future.’ These 55 students have shown they expect more of themselves through their achievements. We are excited to see what they accomplish next and we are proud to make a worthwhile investment in our shared future.” ”
About Simmons Foods Inc. and Affiliates
Simmons Foods and its Affiliates are leading suppliers of poultry, pet and animal nutrition products based in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. Simmons works with farmers, communities, and employees to apply 60+ years of experience to serving customers. Simmons Prepared Foods ranks in the top 20 poultry producers in the United States, Simmons Pet Food is the largest supplier of store brand wet pet food in North America, and Simmons Animal Nutrition boasts an innovative line of proprietary animal nutrition products. With nearly 8,000 team members, Simmons Foods and its Affiliates serve customers in all 50 states and more than 40 countries around the world. To learn more, visit www.simmonsfoods.com.
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Julie Maus, Director of Communications
