Publix Charities announced on Tuesday that it would be donating an additional $3 million to Feeding America member food banks.
This donation will go towards helping food banks provide food and support to those impacted by the pandemic. According to Publix, the donation will support 32 member food banks as well as 215 other organizations.
Publix also announced that it has donated more than 11 million pounds of fresh produce and 500,000 gallons of milk through its program that purchases surplus produce from farmers.
“Millions of Americans aren’t sure where they will get their next meal, and as a food retailer, we can make a difference,” said Publix CEO Todd Jones. “It’s been our privilege at Publix to help people in need for many years, most recently with our new program supporting farmers, food banks and families hit particularly hard by the pandemic. Publix is also grateful to Publix Charities for their continuing efforts to alleviate hunger in the communities we serve by bringing nourishment to people who need it most, especially during these difficult times.”
Publix previously donated $2 million to Feeding America member food banks, bringing the total amount given in 2020 by the company to $5 million.
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