A Sweet Legacy of Opportunity
Made Possible by Chocolate
Milton Hershey built one of America’s most recognized chocolate companies. Then he and his wife, Catherine, used their success to create something even more meaningful: Milton Hershey School.
Today, qualifying students receive an exceptional education, a supportive home, and opportunities to prepare for college, careers, and life, with all costs covered.
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The Story Goes Beyond the Credits
The HERSHEY film tells the story of Milton Hershey’s determination, his success in chocolate, and his commitment to giving back. But his story didn’t end there.
His vision continues today at Milton Hershey School, where qualifying students receive an education designed to prepare them for college, careers, and life, with all costs covered.
Milton Hershey’s Legacy at Work
In 1918, Milton Hershey donated his entire fortune, including ownership in The Hershey Company, to Hershey Trust Company. As the largest beneficiary of this gift, Milton Hershey School is funded in perpetuity.
All costs are covered for qualifying students in pre-K through 12th grade, including housing, meals, top-tier classes and facilities, high-quality medical, dental, and mental health services, and one-of-a-kind educational experiences beyond the classroom.
What Does MHS Offer?
- An All Costs Covered Experience: Housing, meals, classes, facilities, medical, dental, and mental health services, and educational experiences beyond the classroom are covered for qualifying students.
- A Supportive Home: Students live and learn in an environment designed to support their growth inside and outside the classroom.
- Career-Focused Education: Students explore interests and build skills that prepare them for college, careers, and life.
- Opportunities Beyond the Classroom: Students have access to experiences that help them discover interests, build confidence, and prepare for what comes next.
A Partnership Students Can Experience
The connection between MHS and The Hershey Company extends beyond shared history. Students have opportunities to learn from professionals, explore careers, participate in internships, and apply classroom learning to real-world experiences.
More Than a Shared History
Employees at The Hershey Company honor our mutual founder’s legacy by volunteering to support MHS students through:
- Building personal relationships through mentoring
- Attending athletic and visual and performing arts events
- Volunteering at campus events
Tour Milton Hershey School Online
We are pursuing this mission together. Whether creating delicious chocolate confections or working in one of many roles offered on the breathtaking MHS campus, we are all committed to educating and supporting students with one-of-a-kind opportunities. Experience campus through an interactive, virtual tour.
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