Publix Charities donates $5 million to hunger relief organizations

Aug. 28, 2019

As part of Publix Super Markets Charities’ ongoing support of hunger relief efforts and in recognition of September being Hunger Action Month, Publix Charities announced today it will donate $5 million to Feeding America member food banks, schools and other nonprofit organizations across the Southeast.

Throughout the day, our associates and leaders will visit 18 Feeding America member food banks and partner agencies in our operating area to volunteer and deliver contributions.

Millions of people in the Southeast — many of them children and seniors — may not know where they will find their next meal. Together, we can help change that,” said Kelly Williams-Puccio, executive director of Publix Super Markets Charities. “We are proud to continue our commitment to feeding communities across the Southeast and offer dignity and nourishment to our neighbors in need.

The donation will support pantries and meal programs in the communities surrounding Publix stores and brings Publix Charities’ total contribution to hunger relief organizations to more than $22 million over the last 5 years.

According to the USDA, 1 in 8 people across the U.S. struggles with hunger, including more than 9 million people in Publix’s operating area. To learn more, visit publixcharities.org.