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American food company founded by actor Paul Newman

Newman's Own

Newman's Own is an American food company founded by actor Paul Newman and author A. E. Hotchner in 1982. The company is known for its wide range of food products, including salad dressings, pasta sauces, lemonades, popcorn, salsa, and cookies. All profits from Newman's Own products are donated to charity, a unique business model that has contributed over $550 million to various charitable organizations since its inception.

History

The company was established when Paul Newman and A. E. Hotchner began making homemade salad dressing for friends and family. Encouraged by the positive feedback, they decided to bottle and sell the dressing, with the idea of donating all profits to charity. The first product, Newman's Own Original Recipe Salad Dressing, was an immediate success, leading to the expansion of the product line.

Product Range

Newman's Own offers a diverse array of products, including:

Salad Dressings: The original product line, featuring flavors such as Balsamic Vinaigrette, Caesar, and Ranch.
Pasta Sauces: Including Marinara, Alfredo, and Sockarooni.
Beverages: Lemonades and fruit drinks.
Snacks: Popcorn, pretzels, and cookies.
Salsas: Mild, medium, and hot varieties.

Charitable Contributions

Newman's Own Foundation, the charitable arm of the company, was established to ensure that all profits are distributed to charitable causes. The foundation supports a wide range of initiatives, including education, nutrition, and children's welfare.

Business Model

The business model of Newman's Own is unique in that it operates as a for-profit company with a philanthropic mission. This model has inspired other companies to adopt similar approaches, blending business with social responsibility.

Legacy

Paul Newman's vision for a company that gives back to the community has left a lasting impact. Newman's Own continues to thrive, maintaining its commitment to quality products and charitable giving.

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-'''Newman's Own''' is a [[food company]] that was established in 1982 by actor [[Paul Newman]] and author [[A.E. Hotchner]]. The company produces a wide range of food products, including [[salad dressing]], [[pasta sauce]], [[popcorn]], [[lemonade]], and [[pet food]]. All profits from the company are donated to charity through the [[Newman's Own Foundation]].
+{{short description|American food company founded by actor Paul Newman}}
+{{Use mdy dates|date=October 2023}}
+== Newman's Own ==
+[[File:Newman's Own cookies.jpg|thumb|right|Newman's Own cookies]]
+'''Newman's Own''' is an American food company founded by actor [[Paul Newman]] and author [[A. E. Hotchner]] in 1982. The company is known for its wide range of food products, including salad dressings, pasta sauces, lemonades, popcorn, salsa, and cookies. All profits from Newman's Own products are donated to charity, a unique business model that has contributed over $550 million to various charitable organizations since its inception.
 == History ==
+The company was established when Paul Newman and A. E. Hotchner began making homemade salad dressing for friends and family. Encouraged by the positive feedback, they decided to bottle and sell the dressing, with the idea of donating all profits to charity. The first product, Newman's Own Original Recipe Salad Dressing, was an immediate success, leading to the expansion of the product line.
-Newman's Own was founded by Paul Newman and A.E. Hotchner in 1982. The idea for the company came about when Newman and Hotchner decided to bottle and sell the homemade salad dressing that they had been giving to friends as gifts. The company's first product was its [[Newman's Own Salad Dressing]], which quickly gained popularity and led to the production of other food items.
+== Product Range ==
+Newman's Own offers a diverse array of products, including:
-== Products ==
-Newman's Own produces a variety of food products, including salad dressings, pasta sauces, popcorn, lemonade, and pet food. All of the company's products are made with high-quality ingredients and are often based on Newman's own recipes.
-=== Salad Dressings ===
-Newman's Own Salad Dressings are one of the company's most popular products. The dressings are available in a variety of flavors, including [[Italian Dressing|Italian]], [[Ranch Dressing|Ranch]], and [[Caesar Dressing|Caesar]].
-=== Pasta Sauces ===
-Newman's Own Pasta Sauces are made with natural ingredients and are available in a variety of flavors, including [[Marinara Sauce|Marinara]], [[Alfredo Sauce|Alfredo]], and [[Vodka Sauce|Vodka]].
-=== Popcorn ===
-Newman's Own Popcorn is a popular snack item produced by the company. The popcorn is available in several flavors, including [[Butter Popcorn|Butter]], [[Cheese Popcorn|Cheese]], and [[Caramel Popcorn|Caramel]].
-=== Lemonade ===
-Newman's Own Lemonade is made with natural ingredients and is available in both regular and pink lemonade flavors.
-=== Pet Food ===
-In addition to its human food products, Newman's Own also produces a line of pet food products, including both dog and cat food.
+* '''Salad Dressings''': The original product line, featuring flavors such as Balsamic Vinaigrette, Caesar, and Ranch.
+* '''Pasta Sauces''': Including Marinara, Alfredo, and Sockarooni.
+* '''Beverages''': Lemonades and fruit drinks.
+* '''Snacks''': Popcorn, pretzels, and cookies.
+* '''Salsas''': Mild, medium, and hot varieties.
-== Newman's Own Foundation ==
+== Charitable Contributions ==
+Newman's Own Foundation, the charitable arm of the company, was established to ensure that all profits are distributed to charitable causes. The foundation supports a wide range of initiatives, including education, nutrition, and children's welfare.
-All profits from Newman's Own are donated to charity through the Newman's Own Foundation. Since its establishment, the foundation has donated over $550 million to various charities around the world.
+== Business Model ==
+The business model of Newman's Own is unique in that it operates as a for-profit company with a philanthropic mission. This model has inspired other companies to adopt similar approaches, blending business with social responsibility.
-== See Also ==
+== Legacy ==
+Paul Newman's vision for a company that gives back to the community has left a lasting impact. Newman's Own continues to thrive, maintaining its commitment to quality products and charitable giving.
+== Related Pages ==
 * [[Paul Newman]]
-* [[A.E. Hotchner]]
+* [[A. E. Hotchner]]
-* [[Newman's Own Foundation]]
+* [[Philanthropy]]
+* [[Corporate social responsibility]]
-[[Category:Food companies of the United States]]
+[[Category:American food companies]]
 [[Category:Companies established in 1982]]
-[[Category:Paul Newman]]
 [[Category:Charitable organizations]]
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