Unilever Threatens Ben & Jerry's Foundation Funding Amidst Lawsuit
ReutersMay 6, 20251 min3,312 views
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- ⚠️ Unilever is reportedly threatening to halt funding to the Ben & Jerry's Foundation, a US-based nonprofit supporting social justice organizations.
- 💰 The foundation receives approximately $5 million annually, with the amount determined by a formula tied to the brand's ice cream sales.
Retaliation for Lawsuit
- ⚖️ This threat is seen as retaliation for Ben & Jerry's suing Unilever in November.
- 🏛️ The lawsuit aimed to prevent Unilever from dismantling the ice cream maker's board and ending its progressive social activism.
Activism and Buyback Attempt
- ✊ Past activism mentioned includes protesting the war in Gaza, supporting the movement to defund police, and criticizing Donald Trump.
- 🤝 Sources suggest Unilever's action is also linked to one of Ben & Jerry's founders attempting to buy back the frozen dessert maker.
Lack of Immediate Comment
- 📰 Unilever, Ben & Jerry's, and the Ben & Jerry's Foundation did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the situation.
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