Notification of Initial Statement of Beneficial Ownership of Securities

This filing is an initial statement of beneficial ownership of securities for Guy Persaud, a director of HERSHEY CO. The filing indicates that Mr. Persaud, through his agent Kathleen S. Purcell, has reported on the ownership of Common Stock. The ownership is direct, and the number of shares owned following the transaction is reported as zero. The reporting date is May 5, 2026. This form (Form 3) is generally filed by individuals who become a director or officer of a public company, or who acquire more than 10% of a public company's voting shares. It serves as a public record of their initial holdings.