Walmart Foundation Donates $12M to Feeding America

On Dec 22, 2020

The holidays are a time of giving, but they are also a time of great need. Food insecurity continues plaguing families and individuals across the country, with an estimated 1 in 6 at risk of hunger as a result of COVID-19. This is compared to a pre-pandemic number of 1 in 9 struggling with food insecurity, according to Feeding America®, the nation’s largest hunger-relief organization. As a result, food banks and pantries are having difficulties keeping up with demand.

The Walmart Foundation is granting Feeding America $12 million over two years and is encouraging its stores, clubs and distribution centers in the U.S. to commit funds and product donations to hunger-relief organizations through the end of the year.

“Here in New Jersey, food insecurity is a problem that’s worsening because of the pandemic and its economic impact,” said Walmart Regional Manager Glen Spence. “Walmart has long been focused on helping families, and this year in particular many of our neighbors are very much in need. We’re strongly committed to answering their call.”

Last year, in New Jersey, Walmart donated more than 2.7 million pounds of food to local food banks.

So far this year, more than 5,000 hunger-relief organizations in the U.S. have received support from Walmart and the Walmart Foundation through the donation of 480 million pounds of food and over $55 million in grants for hunger relief. Complemented by these efforts, Walmart customers, Sam’s Club members and suppliers have raised and donated nearly $18 million for hunger relief.

To access more business news, visit NJB News Now.

Related Articles: