Driven by its Five Founding Principles, Natural Grocers announces that its fundraising programs have raised $2.7 million for local food banks over the last 10 years. These donations translate to more than 11 million meals for community members who are experiencing food insecurity in the 20 states where Natural Grocers operates.
In addition to gift card and monetary donations, Natural Grocers donates groceries and household and personal products, which in fiscal year 2021 represented more than $3 million of in-kind product donations to local food banks. Through December 31, the retailer is holding its annual holiday food bank fundraiser in which customers can donate $1, $5, or $10 at the register.
"We cannot thank our generous customers enough for joining us in upholding one of our Five Founding Principles of 'commitment to our community,'" explained Kemper Isely, Natural Grocers' chairman and co-president, in a statement. "Year after year, our customers show up to support their fellow community members by donating generously during our food banks' fundraising drives, and, together, we continue our commitment to supporting people who are experiencing food insecurity."
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