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ATHENS, Ga. – The Chemours Company (NYSE: NYSE:), a chemical industry leader, has partnered with the Georgia 4-H Foundation to enhance environmental science education and leadership for young people. The collaboration, announced today, involves a $225,000 contribution over three years from Chemours to support the youth organization’s environmental programs.
The investment is part of Chemours’ Vibrant Communities initiative, aiming to foster community engagement and environmental stewardship. Beyond financial support, Chemours employees will also volunteer to aid Georgia 4-H’s efforts.
Georgia 4-H, part of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Cooperative Extension Service, is a leading youth development organization in the state. It serves over 170,000 participants yearly through activities that include conservation, ecology, and the study of environmental pressures. The organization’s curriculum, aligned with the Georgia Standards of Excellence, emphasizes forestry, wildlife, and land conservation.
C.J. Hilton, Vice President of Mineral Operations at Chemours, expressed the company’s commitment to community investment and environmental leadership. “This partnership allows us to collaborate with an organization that is teaching and inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards,” Hilton stated.
Adam Hammond, Executive Director of the Georgia 4-H Foundation, acknowledged the significance of the partnership with Chemours, highlighting the potential for educational and collaborative growth.
The partnership will be celebrated on Wednesday, Feb. 14, during Georgia 4-H Day at the Capitol in Atlanta, where nearly 600 4-H members will interact with state lawmakers.
Based in Wilmington, Delaware, Chemours specializes in Titanium Technologies, Thermal & Specialized Solutions, and Advanced Performance Materials, serving a global market in various industries. The company employs around 6,600 people with 29 manufacturing sites worldwide.
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