Publix and our customers are feeding more, together

Feb. 23, 2022

Currently, 38 million people in the United States face hunger, but we, along with our customers, are working to help put food on the tables of neighbors in need through Feeding More Together. This campaign supports food banks throughout the Southeast in 2 ways: with nonperishable food items, and with fresh produce purchased from Southeastern farmers. 

Part 1: Customers donate dollars

Starting today, customers can donate any dollar amount at the register. Those customer donations will provide dollar credits allowing food banks and pantries to select from a variety of nonperishable food items they most need to serve their clients. 

Part 2: Publix donates produce

We will match each dollar donated at the register with purchases of produce from farmers. All donations will support Feeding America member food banks and other local food banks, providing much-needed nourishment to people facing hunger.

Giving back is part of our culture

“No one should ever have to wonder where they will find their next meal. As a food retailer, we’re committed to helping alleviate hunger in the communities we serve,” said CEO Todd Jones. “And we know when we work together with our customers and associates, we can help provide our neighbors the nourishing meals they need to reach their full potential.” 

Launched in 2021, Feeding More Together will provide nearly 200 million meals from donations made in its inaugural year to Feeding America member food banks and other nonprofit agencies focused on hunger alleviation. 

A Visionary Partner of Feeding America, we've committed to help alleviate hunger throughout our footprint. Since 2009, we've donated more than $2 billion in food to people in need and have pledged an additional $2 billion in food donations by 2030. And over 12 years, our register campaigns and produce contributions in support of hunger alleviation have resulted in more than $125 million in food donations. 

Since 2015, Publix Super Markets Charities, which supports nonprofits in our operating area, has donated more than $32.5 million to Feeding America member food banks and other nonprofit organizations focused on hunger alleviation. 

Learn more about the program

Visit the Feeding More Together program page on our corporate site.