Coca-Cola Bottling Company hosts charity iftar banquets around the Kingdom

Press release

Published September 11th, 2011 - 07:43 GMT

During the charity Iftar

Coca-Cola Bottling Company hosted various iftar banquets for children and orphans in different camps around the Kingdom during the holy month of Ramadan in collaboration with Al-Fawanees Charitable Foundation.

The areas where the iftar banquets were hosted include Hittin and Al-Sukhnah camps in Al-Zarqa, Irbid camp, Khirbet Al Souq and Jerash.

Children enjoyed their time with various gifts distributed by Coca-Cola representatives who attended the iftar banquets, as well as theatrical shows and contests organized by Al Fawanees Charitable Foundation.

On this occasion, Mr. Cem Becel, the General Manager of Coca-Cola bottling company in Jordan said: “We are extremely delighted with this iftar which brought joy to the children in the camps and positively benefited an important segment of the society that is in need of care and support. We are keen on participating in activities that add positively to the Jordanian society and its diverse local institutions, especially during the holy month of Ramadan.”

Mr. Becel added: “We are pleased to see children happy and to draw a smile on their faces through our participation in these events at this special time of the year. It makes them feel supported by the society and reinforces the spirit of cooperation and solidarity within them.

Project Director at Al-Fawanees Charitable Foundation Mr. Mark Zenker commented: “We are delighted to cooperate with Coca-Cola, for within this cooperation we were able to successfully organize various iftar banquets and Ramadan activities for children around the kingdom. Children were happy and thankful for Coca-Cola’s contribution towards making them enjoy the holy month of Ramadan.

It is noteworthy that Coca-Cola is keen on continuously organizing such community initiatives every year as part of its commitment to social responsibility.

Background Information

Coca-Cola

The Coca-Cola Company is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with nearly 500 sparkling and still brands. Along with Coca-Cola, recognized as the world's most valuable brand, the Company's portfolio includes 12 other billion-dollar brands, including Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, and Coca-Cola Zero. It is globally the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, juices and juice drinks and ready-to-drink teas and coffees.

Consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy the Company's beverages at a rate of nearly 1.6 billion servings a day. With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, The Coca-Cola Company is focused on initiatives that protect the environment, conserve resources and enhance the economic development of the communities where it operates.