Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) hosted a tribute picnic and formally
announced its sponsorship of “Honor Flight Network” today by making a
donation of $50,000 to the organization in front of associates, retirees
and franchisees at its Kenosha headquarters. Snap-on is the first
company to sponsor solo Honor Flights for its associates and franchisees
on a national level. Working with Honor Flight Network, Snap-on will
transport veterans of World War II, Korea and Vietnam to visit their
memorials in Washington this fall.
Snap-on Donates $50,000 to Honor Flight Network Pictured from left to right: Tom Kassouf, president, Snap-on Tools Group; James McLaughlin, chairman - Honor Flight Network; Snap-on WWII veterans, Ed Adams, Curtis Kincaid, Werner Steinseifer and Harvey Spaulding; and Snap-on chairman and CEO Nick Pinchuk (Photo: Business Wire)
“We at Snap-on join the Honor Flight Network in recognizing our veterans
who have given so much. Today, we’re saluting these patriots with a
ceremony and sharing with them our plans to sponsor a series of special
Honor Flights for Snap-on veterans, both associates and franchisees, who
will get the chance to visit Washington, D.C. and see, in person, the
memorials erected in their honor,” says Nick Pinchuk, chairman and chief
executive officer of Snap-on Incorporated. “On behalf of Snap-on, a
great American company, we thank our veterans for protecting our freedom
and for making possible the America we enjoy today.”
Among the veterans in attendance was a former prisoner of war and Purple
Heart recipient who was liberated from captivity by General George
Patton and later worked for Snap-on 32 years, and a multi-medal
recipient who was a part of the 10th Mountain Division’s
successful nighttime 1,500 ft. vertical assault on Riva Ridge and later
worked for Snap-on 44 years.
Along with Snap-on representatives, Chairman of Honor Flight Network
James McLaughlin was on hand for the check presentation and festivities.
“This donation and the commitment that Snap-on has made will make it
possible for Snap-on associates and franchisees to visit the memorials
in Washington, D.C. dedicated to recognize and appreciate their
sacrifices and their service,” McLaughlin notes. “We at the Honor Flight
Network wish to thank Snap-on and commend them for making this
commitment to their associates and franchisees.”
For more information about Snap-on visit snapon.com.
To learn more about The Honor Flight Network, visit honorflight.org.
About Snap-on Tools
Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and
marketer of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair information and
systems solutions for professional users performing critical tasks.
Products and services include hand and power tools, tool storage,
diagnostics software, information and management systems, shop equipment
and other solutions for vehicle dealerships and repair centers, as well
as for customers in industries, including aviation and aerospace,
agriculture, construction, government and military, mining, natural
resources, power generation and technical education. Snap-on also
derives income from various financing programs to facilitate the sales
of its products. Products and services are sold through the company’s
franchisee, company-direct, distributor and internet channels. Founded
in 1920, Snap-on is a $2.9 billion, S&P 500 company headquartered in
Kenosha, Wisconsin.
For additional information, please visit www.snapon.com
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