HOT POCKETS(R) and LEAN POCKETS(R) Brand Sandwiches Support FEEDING AMERICA(TM)

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., April 29 /PRNewswire/ -- We all skip a meal here and there,
but imagine if you had to go without food for several meals or even days.
Sadly, this is the case for millions of Americans as we continue to face tough
economic times. With an astounding 1 in 8 Americans struggling with hunger,
HOT POCKETS(R) and LEAN POCKETS(R) brands have teamed up with FEEDING
AMERICATM, the nation's leading hunger-relief charity, in an effort to engage
the country in the fight against hunger.

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Dedicated to providing relief to those in need, HOT POCKETS(R) and LEAN
POCKETS(R) brands are committed to providing ONE MILLION MEALS* to help
support local food banks nationwide. In addition, HOT POCKETS(R) and LEAN
POCKETS(R) brands are encouraging people to take action within their own
communities through a variety of online activities. With a visit to
HotPockets.com or LeanPockets.com, consumers can access an interactive Hunger
Map for hunger statistics, as well as watch documentaries of HERBIE HOT
POCKETS(R) as he captures his cross-country travels in the fight against
hunger.

"We're proud to partner with such an amazing organization," said Bryan Badger,
Vice President and General Manager for Nestle Prepared Foods Company - Denver.
"Whether it's a friend of a friend or the family down the street, we are all
affected by hunger in some way, whether we realize it or not. We are honored
to be given the opportunity provide families with the comfort and support that
comes with a warm meal."

With more than 37 million people in the US living in poverty, it's important
now more than ever to volunteer, donate and get involved. "With support from
HOT POCKETS(R) and LEAN POCKETS(R) brands, we will continue to chip away at
hunger," said Vicki Escarra, Chief Executive Officer for FEEDING AMERICATM.
"We are grateful for their generous donation. Their contribution will help put
a meal on the table for thousands of families in need."

Visit HotPockets.com or LeanPockets.com to learn more and find out how you can
help fight hunger in your own community.

*Meals are used for illustrative purposes only. HOT POCKETS brand and LEAN
POCKETS brand are donating the monetary equivalent of 1 million meals in 2009
to Feeding America. Feeding America's meal conversion is effective until June
30th, 2010.

About Nestle USA
Named one of "America's Most Admired Food Companies" in Fortune magazine for
the twelfth consecutive year, Nestle USA provides quality brands and products
that bring flavor to life every day. From nutritious meals with Lean
Cuisine(R) to baking traditions with Nestle(R) Toll House(R), Nestle USA makes
delicious, convenient, and nutritious food and beverage products that enrich
the very experience of life itself. That's what "Nestle. Good Food, Good
Life" is all about. Nestle USA, with 2008 sales of $8.8 billion, is part of
Nestle S.A. in Vevey, Switzerland -- the world's largest food company -- with
sales of $101 billion. For product news and information, visit Nestleusa.com
or NestleNewsroom.com.

All trademarks are owned by Societe des Produits Nestle S.A., Vevey,
Switzerland.

SOURCE Nestle

Brandi Dippold of Publicis Consultants | PR, +1-206-270-4568,
brandi.dippold@publicis-pr.com, for Nestle