NCA Statement on White House Halloween Collaboration

NCA Statement on White House Halloween Collaboration

WASHINGTON - Statement from the National Confectioners Association on the confectionery industry's participation in Halloween festivities at The White House:

"The National Confectioners Association is proud to collaborate with The White House for Halloween 2024, bringing the time-honored tradition of trick-or-treating to the South Lawn of the People's House. NCA's member companies make the treats that help families enhance the special occasions and events associated with the Halloween season - whether they're celebrating in their own cities and towns or on Pennsylvania Avenue. No matter which treats they prefer, Americans can agree that every celebration is sweeter with chocolate and candy."

ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND:

• More information about Halloween at The White House is available here.
• People in the U.S. enjoy chocolate and candy 2-3 times per week, averaging just 40 calories and one teaspoon of added sugar per day, which includes special moments like the Halloween season.
• The confectionery industry employs nearly 58,000 workers in more than 1,600 manufacturing facilities across all 50 states and supports an additional 635,000 jobs in related fields.
• What would the Halloween season be without chocolate and candy? Learn more about the special, fun, and unique role that chocolate and candy play in this annual celebration at AlwaysATreat.com/Halloween.

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About the National Confectioners Association (NCA):
The National Confectioners Association is the leading trade organization for the $48 billion U.S. confectionery industry. NCA advocates for an environment that enables candy makers to thrive and works to ensure that chocolate, candy, gum and mints are celebrated for their contributions to culture, society, the economy and everyday moments of joy. The industry employs nearly 58,000 workers in more than 1,600 manufacturing facilities across all 50 states and supports an additional 635,000 jobs in related fields. The U.S. confectionery industry has made a commitment to increasing transparency, providing more portion guidance options and educating consumers about the role of confectionery in a happy, balanced lifestyle. Learn more at CandyUSA.com or follow NCA on Facebook, X and Instagram.