01.13.22
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) announces the return of its in-person charity duck race during the 2022 ACI annual meeting and industry convention.
The duck race will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 2 during ACI’s Convention Week, held from Jan. 31-Feb. 5 at the Grande Lakes Orlando in Orlando, FL.
ACI made the announcement on Jan. 13—National Rubber Ducky Day.
ACI made the announcement on Jan. 13—National Rubber Ducky Day.
Sponsored by Shell Chemical LP, decorated ducks "swim" down the Lazy River towards the finish line with their cheer squad on the sidelines. Proceeds benefit Clean the World, a social enterprise that works to save millions of lives around the world by distributing recycled soap and hygiene products from more than 8,000 hotel and resort partners to children and families in countries with a high death rate due to pneumonia and diarrheal diseases – the top two killers of children under 5.
"ACI, our member companies and Shell Chemical LP place a high priority on programs and partnerships that help provide better living for individuals, families and communities," said Melissa Hockstad, ACI president & CEO. “That’s why we are proud to highlight and support the mission and efforts of Clean the World, especially while we are still battling the coronavirus pandemic.”
Attendees and members are encouraged to purchase a duck to participate in the race and help ACI reach its $30,000 donation target. Buy an individual duck, a pair of ducks or a Quack Pack (five for the price of $4) by visiting cleaninginstitute.org.