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Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast and dramatically impacted the lives of our Zatarain's employees and the business in Gretna, Louisiana. Zatarain's donated food to neighboring communities, and the employees rallied together to ensure the continued operation of the business. McCormick employees around the world made financial donations to assist their beleaguered colleagues in Louisiana. It was a community service effort unlike any other in McCormick's history.
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McCormick At-a-Glance
We call them "Shared Values." They are points of focus that are the essence of our corporate culture. One of those values is simply "Concern for One Another." It is demonstrated in our approach to community service.
Hurricane Katrina
Helping those in need is at the core of our community service. The reality of that mission struck much closer to home in August 2005 than we ever could have imagined. Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans and much of the Gulf Coast of the United States. McCormick's Zatarain's operation, based in Gretna, Louisiana, is near New Orleans. It was not flooded like much of the area, but the facility did suffer wind and water damage. Of greater importance, hundreds of Zatarain's employees had their lives seriously disrupted with some losing their homes. While struggling to get the business functioning again, the Zatarain's staff felt compelled to help their affected area and distributed 100,000 "Ready to Serve Meals" to neighboring communities. Tireless hours have been spent ensuring that customer orders are filled as the recovery work in Gretna continues.
McCormick employees from around the world were affected by the suffering of their co-workers in Louisiana. In response, a special fundraising effort with global employee donations was held to provide assistance for the Zatarain's employees who must rebuild their lives. McCormick matched employee donations dollar for dollar.
Around the world and close to home, McCormick's volunteer efforts improve the quality of life in our communities. It's rooted in our Shared Value, "Concern for One Another." 
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