Chapter 3 - Ethics and Social Responsibility

Coca Cola's Vision for the Planet is to:


" Be a responsible citizen that makes a difference by helping build and support sustainable communities." 


Corporate, June 9, 2011

ATLANTA - The Coca-Cola Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Coca-Cola Company, announced today grants totaling $20 million to support 65 organizations in the United States and around the world. These grants support the Company's global sustainability initiatives, including water stewardship, recycling and other essential sustainable community initiatives.

"At The Coca-Cola Company, we are committed to supporting global programs that improve lives and sustain communities," said Ingrid Saunders Jones, senior vice president of Global Community Connections for The Coca-Cola Company and chair of The Coca-Cola Foundation. "Our goal is to make a positive difference around the world, and we are making a difference through programs that create access to clean water, recycling, fitness and nutrition, and education."

Of the $27 million allocated by the Foundation, approximately $22 million supports the Company's global philanthropic priorities, including:

• $12 million for water stewardship projects;
• $1.2 million targets fitness and nutrition programs;
• $1.6 million supports community recycling programs; and
• $6.8 million targets educational initiatives.

**  The above report was taken directly from www.cocacola.com  **

It is clear that the Coca Cola Company is serious about the community and the environment.  Therefore, I believe that they display Ethics and Social Responsibility.