Social Responsibility
The company received the award based on quantitative data from an associate survey as well as other qualitative scoring methods.
The Yakima, Wash.-based company says the initiative aims to empower young changemakers to transform their dreams into impactful projects that contribute to positive change in their communities.
The Carlisle, Pa.-based grocer’s Feeding School Kids raised over $1.5 million, with customer support, to help local public school districts combat hunger.
The omnichannel grocer says it is focussing on fresh, affordable food this World Health Day, highlighting its Guiding Stars program; buy one, give-back campaigns; and local sourcing for healthier choices.
The retailer honored more than 14,600 students nationwide for work to fight hunger and waste.
Wenatchee, Wash.-based Stemilt Growers is celebrating Farmworker Awareness Week by sharing the key role farmworkers play in its success.
Houston-based Brighter Bites has announced the launch of the Brighter Bites Ambassador Program.
NatureSweet says all its branded tomatoes — including Cherubs, Glorys, Constellation, Comets, Twilights and D’Vines — meet rigorous safety, environmental protection and sustainable livelihood standards.
The inaugural Potato Palooza aimed to glean and share farm-fresh food in local communities.
The founder and CEO shares highlights of the nonprofit’s Produce Program Innovation launch.
Customers are invited to round up their purchases to the nearest dollar, buy a reusable bag or convert their Choice shopper points into a donation for local public school districts’ food programs.
This is the 11th year employees of the grower, packer and shipper of tree fruit shopped, wrapped and donated gifts to children in the care of the Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Family Services.
La Escuela de Asociados, which is Spanish for the School of Associates, is a key component of Grupo Alta’s recruitment process when new workers from the southern states of Mexico migrate north for employment.
The event, hosted by the Department of Health and Human Services, highlighted the correlation between nutrition and health.
The program in Las Cruces, N.M., is providing fresh produce to 600 families, aiming to improve health outcomes and combat food insecurity.
More than 16,000 bags of Little Smoochies mandarins were donated through the “Mandarins Making a Difference” campaign, aiding local hunger relief efforts.
Aldi is partnering with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for the sixth consecutive year, donating $1 million toward the battle against childhood cancer.
The biannual Publix Produce for Kids cause-marketing campaign is underway through June 26, with 12 produce companies set to donate meals this year to 35 Feeding America network food banks within Publix’s market area.
The childhood nutrition brand is committing to source and pay premiums on produce from Equitable Food Initiative-certified suppliers.
The company fundraises for the Mathison Family scholarship, Stemilt Growers scholarship and the Thomas K. Mathison scholarship for students with ties to Washington’s tree fruit industry who are pursuing a college degree.
The Lakeland, Fla.-based grocer is also coordinating volunteer events at organizations focused on food insecurity, as part of Publix Serves Week.
In tandem with Hunger Action Month, the Midwest-based grocer is spotlighting support for local communities through shopper and employee-driven initiatives to build a healthier future and lessen food insecurity.
The grocer says nearly $300,000 raised via customer contributions will aid those recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation focuses on fighting child hunger and helping partner organizations increase their fresh capacity so families can put nutritious meals on their tables.
The Produce for Kids cause marketing effort brought together 17 produce vendors for a nutritious impact this fall.
An initiative to reduce food insecurity among U.S. households by 5% by 2030 aims to use social media to drive awareness and change.
The Immokalee, Fla.-based company says its annual Backpack Giveaway reflects its dedication to supporting local education and empowering the next generation.
With nearly 20 employees walking at the event — and a weeklong companywide fundraising campaign — the team mobilized fundraising events to support the cause, the company said.
The sweepstakes, which lasts through Sept. 30, lets participants pick their favorite of three causes. Donations to the three organizations will be based on the percentage of votes by entrants.
Food Lion says its associates volunteer more than 900 hours during The Great Pantry Makeover, which is now in its 10th year.