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Associated Press
27-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
The RITZ Brand Partners with Feeding America® and Walmart to Fight Hunger
EAST HANOVER, N.J., March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The RITZ brand announced today the next chapter in a longstanding partnership with Feeding America®, the largest domestic hunger-relief organization in the country, to support people facing hunger through the Walmart 'Fight Hunger. Spark Change.' campaign. For each specially marked pack of RITZ products sold at Walmart for the month of March, the RITZ brand will donate the monetary equivalent of at least 1 meal* to Feeding America, up to $850K. The RITZ brand has previously donated money and partnered with Feeding America and Walmart through various campaigns. This year, the RITZ brand is excited to partner with Feeding America through the 'Fight Hunger. Spark Change.' campaign. 'It's an honor for the RITZ brand to continue partnering with Feeding America and Walmart to raise awareness of food insecurity and provide meals to those in need,' said Steven Saenen, RITZ Vice President of Marketing. Now in its 12th year, the 'Fight Hunger. Spark Change.' campaign has generated more than $206 million and helped to secure 2 billion meals for the Feeding America network of local food banks. Purchases and donations of participating RITZ products made in store or online are tied to zip codes serving that store's location and go to the local Feeding America partner food bank in that community. 'We are grateful for the continued support of the suppliers who join us in the movement to end hunger,' said Lauren Biedron, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships at Feeding America. *Currently, $1 helps to provide at least 10 meals secured by Feeding America on behalf of local partner food banks. About Mondelēz International Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2024 net revenues of approximately $36.4 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as OREO, RITZ, LU, CLIF BAR and TATE'S BAKE SHOP biscuits and baked snacks, as well as CADBURY DAIRY MILK, MILKA and TOBLERONE chocolate. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor's 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Visit or follow the company on X at Feeding America Feeding America is committed to an America where no one is hungry. We support tens of millions of people who experience food insecurity to get the food and resources they say they need to thrive as part of a nationwide network of food banks, statewide food bank associations, food pantries and meal programs. We also invest in innovative solutions to increase equitable access to nutritious food, advocate for legislation that improves food security and work to address factors that impact food security, such as health, cost of living and employment. We partner with people experiencing food insecurity, policymakers, organizations, and supporters, united with them in a movement to end hunger. Visit to learn more. Walmart Walmart Inc. is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 255 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2024 revenue of $648 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting on Facebook at on X (formerly known as Twitter) at and on LinkedIn at
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The RITZ Brand Partners with Feeding America® and Walmart to Fight Hunger
EAST HANOVER, N.J., March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The RITZ brand announced today the next chapter in a longstanding partnership with Feeding America®, the largest domestic hunger-relief organization in the country, to support people facing hunger through the Walmart "Fight Hunger. Spark Change." campaign. For each specially marked pack of RITZ products sold at Walmart for the month of March, the RITZ brand will donate the monetary equivalent of at least 1 meal* to Feeding America, up to $850K. The RITZ brand has previously donated money and partnered with Feeding America and Walmart through various campaigns. This year, the RITZ brand is excited to partner with Feeding America through the "Fight Hunger. Spark Change." campaign. "It's an honor for the RITZ brand to continue partnering with Feeding America and Walmart to raise awareness of food insecurity and provide meals to those in need," said Steven Saenen, RITZ Vice President of Marketing. Now in its 12th year, the "Fight Hunger. Spark Change." campaign has generated more than $206 million and helped to secure 2 billion meals for the Feeding America network of local food banks. Purchases and donations of participating RITZ products made in store or online are tied to zip codes serving that store's location and go to the local Feeding America partner food bank in that community. "We are grateful for the continued support of the suppliers who join us in the movement to end hunger," said Lauren Biedron, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships at Feeding America. *Currently, $1 helps to provide at least 10 meals secured by Feeding America on behalf of local partner food banks. About Mondelēz International Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2024 net revenues of approximately $36.4 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as OREO, RITZ, LU, CLIF BAR and TATE'S BAKE SHOP biscuits and baked snacks, as well as CADBURY DAIRY MILK, MILKA and TOBLERONE chocolate. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor's 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Visit or follow the company on X at Feeding America Feeding America is committed to an America where no one is hungry. We support tens of millions of people who experience food insecurity to get the food and resources they say they need to thrive as part of a nationwide network of food banks, statewide food bank associations, food pantries and meal programs. We also invest in innovative solutions to increase equitable access to nutritious food, advocate for legislation that improves food security and work to address factors that impact food security, such as health, cost of living and employment. We partner with people experiencing food insecurity, policymakers, organizations, and supporters, united with them in a movement to end hunger. Visit to learn more. WalmartWalmart Inc. is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 255 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2024 revenue of $648 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting on Facebook at on X (formerly known as Twitter) at and on LinkedIn at Media Contact: wswnycritz@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Mondelēz International Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Mondelēz Returns to March Madness® With a New TV Spot Featuring Superstars Juju Watkins and Jackson Shelstad
Mondelēz is teaming up with nine current and former NCAA® athletes to drive excitement and buzz throughout the tournament EAST HANOVER, N.J., March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mondelēz, an Official Corporate Partner of the NCAA® for over a decade, is partnering with a new roster of NCAA athletes and offering fans a chance to win a VIP trip to the 2026 NCAA Men's or Women's Final Four®. As part of the partnership, college basketball superstars Juju Watkins (University of Southern California point guard) and Jackson Shelstad (University of Oregon guard) will appear in the 30-second spot from Mondelēz, which will begin airing on Thursday, March 13. Mondelēz is also teaming up with a group of current and former NCAA athletes as brand ambassadors during March Madness, who will drive fan excitement and buzz throughout the tournament via snacking content on their social channels. The complete roster of athletes includes: Athletes Drafted by the RITZ Brand: Caleb Love, University of Arizona Juju Watkins, University of Southern California Athletes Drafted by the OREO Brand: Brandon Dwyer, Florida Gulf Coast University Flau'jae Johnson, Louisiana State University Athletes Drafted by the CHIPS AHOY! Brand: Jackson Shelstad, University of Oregon Chloe Kitts, University of South Carolina Jalil Bethea, University of Miami Athletes Drafted by the WHEAT THINS and TRISCUIT Brands: Breanna Stewart, New York Liberty and formerly University of Connecticut RJ Davis, University of North Carolina Throughout the tournament, Mondelēz International brands OREO, RITZ, CHIPS AHOY!, TRISCUIT, and WHEAT THINS will leverage their official partnership to get some lucky March Madness® fans unrivaled access to the Final Four® and game-changing prizes. Users are invited to visit the Win Time Outz microsite daily to earn sweepstakes entries for free or by entering a product UPC, trying out crowd-pleasing recipes, and even playing a virtual Pop-A-Shot game branded with Mondelēz gameday favorites. Players can test their skills and earn chances to win one of hundreds of prizes including a trip to the 2026 NCAA Men's or Women's Final Four. Other prizes include a personalized message on social media from an NCAA partner athlete, autographed merch, gift cards, and more! *See below for additional details including a link to the Official Rules. At the Men's Final Four, the RITZ, OREO, CHIPS AHOY! and WHEAT THINS brands will also host the ultimate fan experience and offer giveaways at the San Antonio Fan Fest from April 4-7. Brandon Dwyer of Florida Gulf Coast University will surprise fans with a chance to win a Mystery Box Challenge. Attendees can also try RITZ Toasted Chips, CHIPS AHOY! Big Chewy Cookies and Blondie Baked Bites, as well as belVita Banana Energy Bites during the activities. The belVita brand will have an inaugural presence on the ground for the NCAA Women's Final Four, in Tampa, Florida from April 3-6. The brand will give away samples of its new belVita Energy Snack Bites and host a meet-and-greet. The Mondelēz portfolio presence at the March Madness tournament builds on what's already flourishing into a long-term focus on sports, including the RITZ brand's first ever Big Game spot and a recently announced partnership between Mondelēz with Inter Miami CF. "Mondelēz is a proud and long-time NCAA corporate partner, and this year marks an exciting step forward with the expansion of our portfolio's presence at the Women's Final Four," said Tanya Berman, Senior Vice President, Biscuits. "Our expanded partnership is another testament to how our brands continue to show up on gameday snack platters across the country." *NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER. Open to residents of the 50 U.S./D.C. & Puerto Rico 18 years+. Ends 4/7/25. Game has 3 phases with different prizes; see Official Rules for dates. Visit microsite for Rules incl. free entry method. Void where prohibited. About Mondelēz InternationalMondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) empowers people to snack right in over 150 countries around the world. With 2024 net revenues of approximately $36.4 billion, MDLZ is leading the future of snacking with iconic global and local brands such as OREO, RITZ, LU, CLIF BAR and TATE'S BAKE SHOP biscuits and baked snacks, as well as CADBURY DAIRY MILK, MILKA and TOBLERONE chocolate. Mondelēz International is a proud member of the Standard and Poor's 500, Nasdaq 100 and Dow Jones Sustainability Index. Visit or follow the company on X at Media ContactWeber Shandwick RITZ Teamwswnycritz@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Mondelēz International
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
These 11 Super Bowl LIX Commercials Should Just Be TV Shows
Super Bowl airtime doesn't come cheap. In fact, this year companies spent $8 million for 30 seconds of screen time at a Super Bowl most people will only remember for Kendrick Lamar's unprecedented rap beef victory lap. There were commercials about Meg Ryan having orgasms at a restaurant with Billy Crystal (a la When Harry Met Sally), Gordon Ramsay and Pete Davidson hanging with alien cookware, and Post Malone drinking beer while acting Malone. My argument is: If brands are willing to spend an NFL player's salary on a blink-and-you'll-miss-it commercial, then why not fork over $40 million more and produce some high quality TV? From Matthew McConaughey spouting 'foodball'-related conspiracy theories to Michael Shannon and Aubrey Plaza being unimpressed by everything in life, here are the 11 Super Bowl LIX commercials that need to become TV shows. You could put Glen Powell in a jet (Top Gun: Maverick), the path of a tornado (Twisters), or a lethal relationship (Hit Man), and he's going to make you want to watch all of it. So, him donning a blonde wig as the most adrenaline-fueled version of Goldilocks ever in the Ram Trucks Super Bowl commercial was a thrill ride I didn't want to end. What if he had a lighthearted but high-stakes anthology series where he's a dad trying to connect with the children he has in the commercial by retelling classic children's stories with him as the action hero? If he's dodging dragons and riding over volcanoes as Goldilocks, you could easily fill 15 episodes of him saving Hansel and Gretel from that cannibalistic old witch with an AK-47, or dressing up as one of the three little pigs to interrogate the captured wolf in order to find out the location of his fellow wolves so they can exact revenge. CBS, put this show on after Tracker. Michael Shannon and Aubrey Plaza are a match made in sarcastic heaven as they try to stop delicious RITZ crackers from breaking their veneer of perpetual dissatisfaction. While the concept gets a couple of chuckles for the ad's 31 seconds, I'd love to see Plaza and Shannon in a TV series where they realize life is too short to hate everything, so they employ Bad Bunny to try to introduce them to things to make them happy, and despite his best efforts, he fails more often than he succeeds. Imagine Shannon and Plaza's stone-faced reactions to skydiving, an ayahuasca retreat, and front row seats at a Bad Bunny concert. Cut the check, RITZ. When Harrison Ford talks, I listen. This Jeep Super Bowl commercial was simply 120 seconds of Ford exuding enough captivating cool to be able to speak to America about understanding the cost of freedom like he's our father. Honestly, that's the show. Ford living on a farm, riding trucks, and looking directly into our souls every episode as he explains life lessons about the benefits of taking the road less traveled, why we pay taxes, and how to cook eggs when you only have a chicken and sunlight in the woods. Think of it like Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood if it was in the Yellowstone universe. Nostalgia is always in style, especially when it involves a sequel to one of the greatest romantic comedies of all time. This Super Bowl LIX commercial revisited When Harry Met Sally's iconic scene in which Sally (Meg Ryan) proves to Harry (Billy Crystal) that men can't tell when women are faking orgasms by imitating an orgasm so convincingly in a restaurant full of people that someone famously says, 'I'll have what she's having.' The only difference is this time, it appears Hellmann's mayonnaise is actually that pleasurable. The 1989 classic ends with the pair getting married. If, 36 years later, they've gotten to the point where some store-bought mayonnaise is the highlight of their night, there could be comedic gold in uncovering the ways this longtime couple tries to keep things spicy, even if it's just arguing over condiments. People often wonder what they would say or do if they ever met aliens. This HexClad commercial proposes the idea that Gordon Ramsay would be introduced to out-of-this-world cookware, some of which he's already used. This could be a really limited series (I'm talking four episodes, tops) of Ramsay berating alien chefs who cook intergalactic meals he's never heard of but can nevertheless judge because his taste is the best in the universe. Unfortunately, with Pete Davidson as the alien ambassador, something is surely going to blow up in Ramsay's face. A good mockumentary will always make for good TV. The Uber Eats commercial stars Matthew McConaughey as an executive revealing all the ways in which football is a 'conspiracy to make us hungry.' Only, plot twist: it's actually about McConaughey playing himself and pitching Greta Gerwig on a movie about this conspiracy. A movie with McConaughey acting as a zany version of himself, pursuing the making of this passion project and going to great lengths to break down this NFL conspiracy, could be a comedy hit. As ridiculous as some of the claims are (Football being played on Sundays because of ice cream sundaes?), it would be interesting to see what new and wacky coincidences they can come up with while using McConaughey's hypnotic charm to make them seem somewhat real. Honestly, why else would the Green Bay Packers' fanbase be known as Cheese Heads? Post Malone and irreverent comedian Shane Gillis being drunk and disorderly troublemakers in a cul-de-sac is a funny enough premise for a Bud Light Super Bowl commerical and a Workaholics-style raunchy comedy. Can you imagine Post Malone day-drinking and playing acoustic versions of Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' while Peyton Manning, living next door, is trying to enjoy the silence of retirement? Add in Shane Gills teaching the neighborhood kids how to safely do a keg stand, and you've got three seasons of an HBO series. I wouldn't say Muppet-filled Super Bowl LIX commercial was the best of the night, but it's probably the most TV-series-ready of them all. The Muppets bouncing around the world trying to find the right vacation spot is cool for a 30-second commercial, but it really makes me want a White Lotus-style comedy. Kermit and Miss Piggy convincing the rest of the gang to spend their summer at an all-inclusive resort, only to find out there's some shady activities happening right under their noses, is must-see TV. If Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures can get 52 episodes, The Muppets: White Lotus can get at least enough for a summer. Sure, Instacart gathered the mascots of some of the most popular consumer brands in the world to entice people watching the Super Bowl to get their groceries from them. What they unintentionally did was show us what a cross between Toy Story and Night at the Museum could look like. The same excitement you get from seeing how characters from disparate video game franchises might interact in a Super Smash Bros.-style duel can be achieved by seeing what happens when the Kool-Aid Man bursts through a wall and messes up a floor that Mr. Clean spent all day polishing. But, honestly, I just want to see people's reactions when their groceries go on strike and move away. Let's be clear: Dunkin's Super Bowl commerical is very stupid (borderline insultingly stupid). But then, that's what makes the sight of Ben and Casey Affleck and Jeremy Strong doing battle with other coffee brands a car wreck of a commercial you don't want to look away from. As a TV show, the Affleck brothers running multiple Dunkin' locations while trying to ward off competitors has the same absurdist foundation that made Eastbound and Down irresistible. With guest appearances from Super Bowl-winning coach Bill Belichick, Druski, possibly Matt Damon, and a bunch of others joining the fight, this could be a great late-night binge for the stoner crowd. Anything Walton Goggins does deserves to be on TV, even if it's just him breaking the fourth wall for a GoDaddy commerical. But, while the man who made a relatable antihero out of a human mutated by radiation in Fallout spends the ad joking about how actors rarely know anything about the professions they pretend to do, I wouldn't mind a TV show that puts him in an alternate reality where there's no difference between who you are on TV and who you are in your normal life. People would run up to him to help them stop bank robbers because he played a cop on The Shield, only for those same bank robbers to ask him for help since he also played a thief in Justified. There could be some sentimental overarching message about him having the potential to be anything, or some societal critique on our obsession with stars. Either way, I need Apple TV and the Severance creators to get the scripts going for this one. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Associated Press
07-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
RITZ Welcomes Fans to the RITZ Salty Club in Its Debut Big Game Spot
In the commercial, comedic duo and IRL friends Michael Shannon and Aubrey Plaza unleash their salty sides — and get a surprise visit from RITZ superfan Bad Bunny. EAST HANOVER, N.J., Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As America's favorite cracker1, RITZ has cemented itself as a game day staple for over 90 years. In recent years, RITZ has continued to show up in unexpected and innovative ways, making the iconic cracker one of the fastest-growing salty snack brands2. Today, RITZ is serving up its first-ever Big Game commercial tapping into its saltiness — both literally and figuratively. After confirming its Big Game debut in December, the salty snack brand invites fans to the 'RITZ Salty Club,' a lounge located in Utah's salt flats that hosts some of the saltiest personalities out there. The 30-second spot, expected to air during the first quarter, was shot in New York on November 20, 2024. 'The Big Game offers a unique opportunity to catapult a brand to new heights,' said Tanya Berman, Mondelēz Senior Vice President Biscuit. 'We're showing up like never before, bringing a lighthearted approach to the biggest stage, which we hope will get snackers across the country buzzing about RITZ.' At RITZ, salty isn't just a flavor. It represents the bold, fun, and lovable side of the brand that brings everyone together – especially on game day. In the spot, Aubrey Plaza and Michael Shannon share witty banter about their famously salty personas and, of course, the deliciously salted, buttery goodness of RITZ Crackers. As they exchange quips, the celeb duo encounters their 'salty brethren,' including a disinterested teen glued to her phone and a resentful toll booth operator. Sprinkled among the RITZ Salty Club members are salt-inspired Easter eggs, like a 'NO SMILING ALLOWED' sign, a RITZ-shaped ice sculpture, and glowing salt lamps. In an unexpected twist for all, global music phenomenon and lifelong RITZ fan Bad Bunny appears, happily snacking on his favorite cracker and enthusiastically exclaiming, 'I love them!' — causing Plaza and Shannon to playfully reprimand him for exhibiting behavior that doesn't align with the RITZ Salty Club's rules. Following some hesitation, Plaza and Shannon learn that Bad Bunny has a salty side after all, and they come together to agree on one thing: the great taste of RITZ crackers brings everyone together, even the saltiest. The spot was created by The Martin Agency, Gifted Youth, and PXP, and was directed by Jake Szymanski, who is no stranger to bringing tongue-in-cheek comedy to Big Game ads. The team's unexpected approach ushers RITZ into a new era of creativity and cultural relevance while staying true to its roots as the snack that gathers people around the table. For more information, visit RITZ at and follow RITZ® on Facebook @RITZCrackers, Twitter/X @RITZCrackers, TikTok @theritzcrackerofficial or on Instagram @RITZcrackers to be among the first to know about future brand news. Fans can also watch the extended version of the 'RITZ Salty Club' commercial on the RITZ Crackers YouTube channel. 1 Nielsen Connect xAOC+C L52W/E 11/17/24 2 Nielsen xAOC+C 52 w.e. 10/12/24
