Henry Schein and Team Schein Members (TSMs) from around the globe have celebrated 25 years of the company’s ‘Holiday Cheer for Children’ programme. Since 1999, the corporate flagship initiative has helped more than 20,000 underserved children and their families experience a cheerful holiday season, with TSMs donating clothing, toys, gift cards, and more.
Stanley Bergman, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of Henry Schein, said, “We are pleased to celebrate 25 years of fostering holiday joy for families all over the world. Holiday Cheer for Children’ is not just an initiative, it is a reflection of Team Schein’s commitment to giving back to the communities in which we live and work. Thank you to all of Team Schein, who, throughout the years, have helped keep the spirit of the programme alive. We look forward to many more years of Holiday Cheer to come.”
In the United Kingdom, Team Schein Members from the dental and medical teams contributed to sharing the festive spirit with kids from Gillingham, Ilkley, and Cardiff primary schools. A dedicated group of Team Schein volunteers hosted parties to spread festive cheer and provided a present for the kids.
Tina Pincott, employer engagement lead at the Bradfields Academy in Chatham, one of the supported schools, said, “It was one of those emotional, magical events that reminded all staff why we do what we do. The pure joy and surprise on the children's faces, when Father Christmas arrived and delivered the presents that they had put on their Christmas wish lists, was a privilege to be a part of.”
Vikki Goodall, vice president and managing director UK and Ireland, said, "I am immensely grateful to our Team Schein in the UK for their unwavering support and dedication, and their ongoing commitment to the Holiday Cheer programme. Their enthusiasm for bringing joy and putting a smile on the children’s faces is inspirational.”
Holiday Cheer is an initiative of Henry Schein Cares, the company’s global corporate social responsibility programme.