MELVILLE, N.Y., October 02, 2024--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced the opening of the Henry Schein Cares Foundation 2024 Relief Fund to support the Southeast U.S. Contributions will help ensure critical supplies and resources can help people impacted by Hurricane Helene.

The Company and Henry Schein Cares Foundation will donate an initial $25,000 each to support relief efforts and the Company will match TSM contributions up to another $50,000, for a cash total of up to $150,000. The Company will also donate essential health care supplies up to an initial amount of $350,000 to our partner relief organizations operating on the ground, bringing Henry Schein’s total commitment to as much as $500,000.

"Team Schein is deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by Hurricane Helene throughout the Southeast U.S., and our thoughts are with all those who have been affected," said Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Henry Schein. "In response to this emergency, we will again partner with trusted and long-standing relief and recovery charities to ensure the availability of the critical supplies and resources required to provide health care within affected communities. We offer our deepest sympathies to the people impacted by Hurricane Helene and remain committed to helping health happen in the wake of this tragedy."

Anyone who wishes to contribute to the 2024 Relief Fund can donate by visiting www.henryschein.com/foundationdonate and selecting "2024 Relief Fund" for the gift designation.

For dental and medical professionals impacted by Hurricane Helene and in need of assistance, please call 800-999-9729, or click here to learn about the Company’s Customer Assistance Hotline.

About The Henry Schein Cares Foundation

Established in 2008, The Henry Schein Cares Foundation, Inc., fosters a rich culture of giving back to society and serving others. The Foundation advocates and supports efforts to advance health equity and empower health care professionals to promote a healthier tomorrow for all people around the world through advancing access to care, promoting a holistic model of health care, building capacity to empower health care professionals, and catalyzing innovative models for emergency preparedness & response.

The Foundation is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. To learn more about the work of the Henry Schein Cares Foundation, visit www.henryschein.com/hscaresfoundation.