March, 2011

1. March, 2011

2. What is the Post Foundation? • A collaboration between the Postum Club and the Battle Creek Community Foundation to continue the legacy of C.W. Post. • The vision of the Foundation is to create a permanent endowment that will lend a hand in shaping and encouraging positive environments and activities of the greater Battle Creek area.

3. What is an Endowment Fund? • A fund that is established for a specific purpose(s). The gifts to the fund are permanently invested • Grants, which are directed by the Foundation Advisory Board, are made from the earnings generated by the investments.

4. Goals Short Term Collaborate with the Battle Creek Community Foundation to help build the Post Foundation Establish the Post Foundation to remain in the Battle Creek community Position Post Foundation (PFBC) to have the ability to become independent (self-sustaining) Raise $5,000 to establish the endowment Raise $15,000 for the Franklin Elementary Project Long Term • Yearly community project • Build the endowment assets to eventually become independent & sustainable • Expand the impact on community initiatives • Develop broader community relationships • Communicate with the Post Foods Employees’ Family & Community (retirees, active employees, younger generation(s) to come, and relatives of all these groups)

5. Our 1st Community Act Franklin Elementary History How WE Plan on Helping Replace out of date playground equipment Provide children with clothing, shoes, and personal hygiene supplies Fund the purchase of necessary school supplies Fund and participate in school sponsored programs • Franklin Elementary was established in 1857 and has been in its current location in the Franklin Post neighborhood since 1978 • When Post Elementary closed in 2008, over 100 students joined the nearby Franklin Elementary • Roughly 95% of the current student body is enrolled in the reduced or free lunch program

6. Franklin Elementary

7. Campaign Details The campaign runs NOW through spring 2011 and donations can be made by: • Filling out a contribution form • Automatic withdrawal from PCCU Post Community Credit Union (Retirees Only) • Check withholdings (payroll deduction), cash or checks • Securities (annuities, stocks, insurance policies, etc.) • Making an online gift at www.bcfoundation.org To make a Post Foundation gift as part of your estate, contact the Battle Creek Community Foundation (BCCF) @ 269-962-2181.

8. Tax Deductable Contribution Form • If you haven’t received a form • in the mail & you would like • To donate please see either: • A Post Foundation Advisory Board Member, or • Contact Emily Moe in HR 269-966-1000 ext. 1017 • Forms can also be picked up: • #7 Administration Building • in the 2nd Floor waiting area • Post Community Credit Union • Post Balloon/Cereal Store • Downtown at the Battle Creek • Community Foundation (BCCF)

9. “I’m proud to say the Postum Club donated the first $5,000, and our goal is to raise another $15,000 to help Franklin Elementary.” Randy Yother - #20/32 Production Facility Postum Club Liaison Officer

10. “We can make a huge impact by helping one kid, one school - and winning back the neighborhoods one generation at a time...” Tim Anderson - HR Director, Ralcorp Cereal Products

11. “Our initial focus on children is well placed given the history of Post Cereal’s involvement with children in the local community.” John Schwartz - Retirees Union Officer & Past Union President, Local 374

12. “...we want to make sure there is enough playground equipment. A playground has a big impact on children - it helps them learn to interact, share, and gives them a sense of belonging...” Barrie Green - HR Manager, Post Foods, BC Plant

13. “...it doesn’t take millions to make a difference—show your Post pride by joining me in supporting this foundation that can touch so many lives...” Keith Martens - Battle Creek Post Foods, Plant Manager

14. “...we’ve reaped a lot of great fortune by being employees at Post Foods, so it’s time to give that little extra back to help someone less fortunate....” Ed Feld - Union President, Local 374

15. “This is bigger than just a playground, this will affect people’s lives. We need to make sure we’re helping each other out and this is an excellent avenue to do that.” Mike Hedge – Operation Supervisor, Post Foods, BC Plant

16. “I got involved with this because I enjoy helping people. I’d like to see our community grow stronger within a strong foundation!” Gerald Putnam – Communication Officer of the Postum Club, #29 Building Production

17. Post Foundation Advisory Board • Tim AndersonHR Director, Ralcorp Cereal Products • Dwight CarattiniHR Training & Development Manager • Kathi EverettHourly Retiree, Assistant Secretary of the Postum Club • Ed FeldUnion President, Local 374 • Barrie GreenSenior HR Manager, Post Foods, BC Plant • Chris Haire#4 Production Building • Dianne Hyslop#17 Production Building • Michael JonesHourly Retiree, VP of the Postum Club • Keith MartensPlant Manager, Post Foods, BC Plant – Honorary Member • Virginia MoodyHourly Retiree, Treasurer of the Postum Club • Sarah Palmer#17 Production Facility, Production Supervisor • Jean PriceHourly Retiree, President of the Postum Club • Gerald Putman#29 Building Production, Communication Officer of the Postum Club • Steve SchonhoffVP of Operations, Ralcorp Cereal Products – Honorary Member • John SchwartzRetirees Union Officer & Past Union President, Local 374 • Ray SmithHourly Retiree • John StoverHourly Retiree • Kathy SuttonAssociate HR and Benefits Manager • Randy Yother#20/32 Production Facility and Liaison of the Postum Club

18. www.postfoundationbc.org