Social Responsibility
Publix says it has donated over 100 million pounds of produce to Feeding America food banks since 2020, aiding farmers and addressing food insecurity.
Since 2012, Brighter Bites says it has distributed more than 60 million pounds of fresh produce and millions of nutrition education materials to more than one million individuals.
GlobalGAP North America will host the March 25 Stronger Together online training course, which will feature interactive learning through group discussions and exercises.
The USDA’s Farm Labor Stabilization and Protection Pilot Program supports more than 177 unique agriculture operations and more than 11,000 workers.
The funds, awarded to the International Labor Organization, support the use of systems to promote fundamental labor rights and acceptable work conditions, including an end to forced labor in supply chains.
Stores will collect nonperishable food items and accept donations at the register for local food bank partners until Dec. 31.
Donations from the annual fundraiser were generated through combined customer and corporate contributions and went to regional food banks and pantries.
UGC says it cultivates nourishing environments that support health, economic development, healing and creativity through urban agriculture.
The retailer says Food for Families grants will help local food banks secure funding for food storage, transportation and more.
Honeybear Brands says it is donating 600 pounds apples to a food bank every time Taylor Heise tallies an assist.
In addition to fundraising, the company said it is delivering food, water and supplies to local fire departments and evacuation centers.
Leslie Gordon, president and CEO of the Food Bank for New York City, discusses how the industry contributes to feeding those in need.
The fruit and healthy snacks delivery company says the honor from Real Leaders demonstrates how it prioritizes both profit and purpose.
A portion of sales from the company’s cracker-like crisps made from upcycled fruits and vegetables will support Brighter Bites’ mission.
The ready-to-eat delivery service says the 10 vans will help the organizations’ ability to collect, transport and distribute fresh food to people facing hunger.
The company is supporting No Kid Hungry for a fifth year and sponsoring the “Get Fit for No Kid Hungry” initiative.
The Wenatchee, Wash.-based grower-packer-shipper says it supports community education, nutrition and wellness.
Customers can support public school districts’ food programs through March 31.
Rice, who shared his own path to fair trade, said movements of conscious consumerism are expressions of kindness and wisdom, but they can also be about profitability.
Instacart has launched community carts for 10 Los Angeles-based YMCAs, allowed crowdsourced donations for victims of the Los Angeles wildfires.
The limited-time offer is extended to Instacart customers in Los Angeles County on all grocery and daily essentials orders of $10 or more.
Apple marketer Honeybear Brands has partnered with the American Institute for Cancer Research to promote healthy eating.
The Fowler, Calif.-based grower-packer-shipper has contributed to the American Red Cross to help provide meals and snacks for affected families in Southern California.
All proceeds from a fall 2024 checkout scanning campaign will benefit local Feeding America food bank partners, the company says.
Both the grower-shipper and cooperative will donate $100,000 to the American Red Cross and fresh citrus fruit to local food banks.
The donation was made in honor of 82,000 associates, continuing commitment to address food insecurity, the company says.
Classroom Carts allows anyone in the U.S. to donate essentials directly to impacted schools, students and teachers.
For every orange bag purchased by customers over the next three weeks, five meals will be donated to local food banks, the company says.
During March and April, donations will be made for every purchase of select products.
Publix donates food from stores’ deli, grocery, meat and produce departments that is no longer salable but safe for consumption to Feeding America partner food banks and other nonprofit organizations.