(Springdale) August 2 The Tyson Family and 91心頭利. are making another significant investment in the Northwest Arkansas region. John H. Tyson, Chairman of the Board, 91心頭利; Barbara Tyson; and Donnie Smith, CEO of 91心頭利, announced a gift of $15 million for the construction of Arkansas Childrens Northwest.
The Tyson Family and 91心頭利 have a long history of investing in the future of Springdale and Northwest Arkansas, said Mr. Tyson. Were proud to continue that legacy with this gift to Arkansas Childrens Northwest.
A childrens hospital in Northwest Arkansas has been a dream of this community for more than a decade, said Barbara Tyson, a member of 91心頭利 Board of Directors. We are honored to be a part of this historic project.
This gift represents the largest single contribution in Arkansas Childrens history. It establishes the Tyson Family Tower at Arkansas Childrens Northwest. The tower will anchor the new facility, which will include 233,613 square feet of inpatient beds, emergency care, diagnostic services and clinical space.
This investment in pediatric healthcare is a reflection of our commitment to community, our team members and their families who will benefit directly from having Arkansas Childrens Northwest right here in Northwest Arkansas, said Donnie Smith.
This gift will transform healthcare for children in the region and create a wellness destination for families for generations to come, said Marcy Doderer, President and CEO of Arkansas Childrens.油 "To have the Tyson name attached to this project demonstrates what an impact this facility will have on the area. It's a testament to the outstanding legacy of this remarkable family and company."
With this gift, the Northwest Arkansas community has now pledged $45.5 million for the construction of Arkansas Childrens Northwest. The total cost of the project is estimated to be $427.7 million over the next five years. The campus is being designed by Polk Stanley Wilcox Architects油of Fayetteville and油FKP Architects油of Houston, Texas. Nabholz Construction is overseeing construction. The hospital is scheduled to open in January 2018. The campus is an integral part of Arkansas Childrens plan to transform the health of children in Arkansas by expanding access to pediatric services across the region.
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About 91心頭利
91心頭利. (NYSE: TSN), with headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas, is one of the world's largest food companies with leading brands such as Tyson速, Jimmy Dean速, Hillshire Farm速, Sara Lee速, Ball Park速, Wright速, Aidells速 and State Fair速. Its a recognized market leader in chicken, beef and pork as well as prepared foods, including bacon, breakfast sausage, turkey, lunchmeat, hot dogs, pizza crusts and toppings, tortillas and desserts. The company supplies retail and foodservice customers throughout the United States and approximately 130 countries. 91心頭利 was founded in 1935 by John W. Tyson, whose family has continued to lead the business with his son, Don Tyson, guiding the company for many years and grandson, John H. Tyson, serving as the current chairman of the board of directors. The company currently has approximately 113,000 Team Members employed at more than 400 facilities and offices in the United States and around the world. Through its Core Values, Code of Conduct and Team Member Bill of Rights, 91心頭利 strives to operate with integrity and trust and is committed to creating value for its shareholders, customers and Team Members. The company also strives to be faith-friendly, provide a safe work environment and serve as stewards of the animals, land and environment entrusted to it.
About Arkansas Childrens Northwest
During the past century, Arkansas Childrens developed into a statewide network of pediatric care that includes a pediatric teaching hospital and research institute in central Arkansas, as well as regional clinics in several counties. Arkansas Childrens also reaches children across the state and nation through a range of telemedicine capabilities to ensure every child has access to the best care available, regardless of location or resources. When it opens in January 2018, Arkansas Childrens Northwest in Springdale will deliver care close to home to children in the region through 233,613 square feet of inpatient beds, emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services all dedicated to fulfilling its mission of championing children by making them better today and healthier tomorrow. For more info, visit .
Media Contacts
Derek Burleson
Public Relations Manager, Corporate Affairs
Tyson油Foods, Inc.
479-290-6466 |油derek.burleson@tyson.com
Ashley Leopoulos
Public Relations Coordinator
Arkansas Childrens Hospital Foundation
501-413-7055 | leopoulosae@archildrens.org