About This Episode

Alex Amouyel, President and CEO of Newman’s Own Foundation explains the foundation’s unique approach to creating impact. The foundation’s mission is to nourish and transform the lives of children who face adversity through innovative philanthropy. “Our foundation owns the food company and the licensing business, so a hundred percent of the profits and royalties from the sale of Newman's Own products go to the foundation in service of our mission," says Amouyel. "We're an incredible unicorn of a company.”    

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Alex Amouyel

Alex Amouyel

President and CEO

Alex Amouyel  is President and CEO of Newman’s Own Foundation, a private grantmaking foundation whose mission is to nourish and transform the lives of children who face adversity. She previously led MIT Solve as its Founding Executive Director with a mission to drive innovation to solve world challenges.

Newman’s Own Foundation

Newman’s Own Foundation has a mission to nourish and transform the lives of children who face adversity. The Foundation continues Paul Newman’s commitment to use all the money that it receives from the sale of Newman’s Own products to support children, their families, and their communities.

100% for Purpose Club 

100% for Purpose Club  supports and inspires the next generation of organizations dedicating 100% of their profits for purpose.