Publix commits to $4 billion in food donations to alleviate hunger

Nov. 25, 2019

Publix celebrates $2 billion milestone, pledges additional $2 billion by 2030

Since 2009, Publix has donated more than $2 billion in dairy, deli, meat, produce and fresh-baked goods to people in need. We are now pledging an additional $2 billion in food donations over the next 10 years.

“You can’t always see hunger, but it is all around us,” said CEO Todd Jones. “As a food retailer, our greatest opportunity to give back is by helping to alleviate food insecurity. That’s why for more than a decade we have worked to ensure millions of pounds of food have reached people in need in the communities we serve.”

Each day, through our food recovery program, associates gather foods that are no longer salable and donate them to more than 100 Feeding America member food banks and other nonprofit organizations. Publix’s program allows food banks to offer nourishing options to their clients.

With hunger affecting every community we serve, it is at the center of our charitable efforts. Publix has a nearly 90-year history of supporting the communities in which we operate, beginning with the efforts of our founder, Mr. George.