Ethics and Compliance
Operating as an ethical company is fundamental to how we build trust and what we stand for.
We are guided by a suite of carefully crafted policies and processes, developed to keep us competitive, prepared and resilient across our operations and supply chain. We are proud to be recognized among the World’s Most Ethical Companies as rated by Ethisphere, a global leader in advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust and business success.
Our Code of Conduct (Code) guides our approach to ethical issues and our commitment to complying with relevant local and international regulations and policies. The Code details Hershey’s approach to anti-corruption, antitrust and whistleblower protection, and is published in 10 languages.
Code of Conduct
Code of Conduct
Speak Up at Hershey
Hershey's internal and external stakeholders are encouraged to raise ethical concerns and ask questions through our reporting channels when they see or experience something that doesn’t follow our ethical business practices. One of the available reporting channels is the Concern Line, which provides phone and web intake options for employees and other stakeholders to ask Ethics & Compliance related questions and report unethical behavior. The Concern Line is available 24/7, operates in more than 60 countries and has toll-free numbers available in each of our locations. Concern Line phone numbers are available on the website. Should you have a question for our Consumer Relations team, please visit the Contact Us page.
The Hershey Company Recognized
The Hershey Company has been recognized among the World’s Most Ethical Companies as rated by Ethisphere, a global leader in advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust and business success. Learn More
Lobbying and Transparency
Consistent with our Code, Hershey does not make political contributions using corporate funds and only engages in political giving through Hershey’s Political Action Committee (PAC). Funds raised through the PAC, which is made up of voluntary employee contributions, are used to support candidates for elected office who demonstrate a commitment to the growth of our business and the communities in which our employees live, and whose values and goals align with Hershey’s vision and Code of Conduct.
All contributions are disbursed pursuant to our internal contribution guidelines and in accordance with applicable election laws. The Hershey PAC is bipartisan and distributes funds equally between both major political parties at federal and state levels. See the Hershey PAC Annual Report for more information.
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