Several thousand White House employees and Administration appointees were treated to delicious ice cream novelties this afternoon at the White House Summer Social—an appreciation event on the White House Lawn thrown by the Trump Administration for administration officials. Members of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) donated more than 4,600 novelties for the event.
“Ice cream has a unique way of bringing people together,” said Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of IDFA. “We’re honored to share these sweet moments with the dedicated individuals who serve our country, and to highlight the contributions of the U.S. ice cream industry to our nation’s economy and culture. The ice cream donated today is proudly American made, crafted from milk from U.S. dairy farmers across the country.”
The U.S. ice cream industry is a significant contributor to the U.S. economy, supporting 27,000 jobs, $1.9 billion in direct wages, and $11.6 billion in economic impact. The majority of U.S. ice cream and frozen dessert manufacturers have been in business for more than 50 years, and many are still family-owned businesses. With 97% of Americans expressing their love for ice cream, it’s clear the frozen treat holds a special place in the nation’s heart.
“IDFA extends its gratitude to the White House for the opportunity to participate in the White House Summer Social and to all the public servants whose hard work and commitment keep our nation running smoothly,” said Dykes.
For more information about the ice cream industry, including fun facts, trends, and historical information, visit www.idfa.org/icecream.
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