Behind the Movie
The HERSHEY Movie, debuting November 2026, introduces audiences to a remarkable life and legacy. Here, the story continues beyond the screen. Explore the real people, places, and ideas behind the film.
The Schools
Milton Hershey School
Milton Hershey believed that every child deserves opportunity. That belief lives on through Milton Hershey School, where students in pre-K through 12th grade receive the education, support, and resources they need to learn, grow, and prepare for what comes next.
Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning
Catherine Hershey’s commitment to children and families lives on through Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning. Her legacy of care and compassion continues today in schools designed to support children at the very beginning of their journey.
The Hersheys
Milton and Catherine Hershey were guided by shared values and a deep sense of responsibility. Their choices shaped everything that followed.
The Chocolate Company
Milton Hershey built a chocolate company with a bigger purpose in mind. Its success made possible a lasting commitment to shared happiness, education, and opportunity.
The Town Hershey Built
Hershey, PA, was a place where people could live, work, and thrive together. The town remains a living expression of the Hersheys’ belief that people flourish in community.
Why This Matters
The decisions made more than a century ago still shape lives today. Milton and Catherine Hershey believed that every child deserved the opportunity to become who they were meant to be. Their legacy is a school where potential meets opportunity.
Plan a Trip to Hershey
Experience the places where the Hershey story comes to life, from historic landmarks to attractions and experiences that define Hershey today.
See Your Favorite Products
The chocolate you know today is part of a much larger story. Discover how Hershey’s products connect to innovation, purpose, and shared joy.
About The Hershey Legacy
The Hershey Legacy is shaped and shared by many Hershey entities, connected by one story and a common purpose to preserve it for future generations.
