Food Lion

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, we express our deepest sympathies and support to our neighbors affected in the towns and cities we serve. The devastation, especially in Georgia, upstate South Carolina, western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee, has forever changed countless lives and communities.   As part of our commitment to the towns and cities we serve, we are donating $1.5 million to support our communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. Through Oct. 30, customers can join this effort to support their neighbors by donating at the register. To help address the most critical needs, we have provided more than 280,000 pounds of food and water to our community partners. Together, we can show care and compassion for our neighbors in need during this devastating time. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e4GTvjpB   Editor’s Note: The photo represents a recent event where Food Lion associates volunteered at food packing events to support community feeding partners through its hunger relief platform, Food Lion Feeds.

Food Lion Feeds brings hunger relief to the next level through our annual game-changing Score to Give More program. This basketball season, we are partnering with 50 collegiate programs, including 14 women’s teams across Food Lion’s 10-state operating area. Food Lion Feeds will help provide 100 meals* (up to 30,000 meals per team) for every free throw made. This innovative partnership benefits each school’s campus food pantry or affiliated Feeding America® partner food bank where each college is located. It also raises awareness to alleviate hunger and help nourish neighbors. Since 2019, Food Lion Feeds has donated more than 4.9 million meals* through the combination of regular season and tournament free throws to address food insecurity in the towns and cities we serve. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gCPtyjm2 *$1 helps provide at least 10 meals secured by Feeding America® on behalf of local partner food banks.

What a show and what a turn out for donations! We kicked off our food drive by donating 36,000 lbs. of food. And with your help, we filled 12 watermelon bins with an additional 6,234 lbs. of items most needed by our neighbors in WNC. Join us in continuing to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene by making a donation at: https://lnkd.in/gSTkEzJ2

Heading to the show? Bring non-perishables to donate! Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation is a proud sponsor of Concert for Carolina and hosting a food drive on-site this Saturday from 12pm – 8pm at the North & East Gates of Bank of America Stadium. Join us in continuing to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene or you can make a donation at https://lnkd.in/gfrmWk_A Items needed include: · Canned foods like chicken, tuna, beans, fruits, vegetables and soups; cleaning supplies, diapers, baby supplies and pet food · We cannot accept glass containers, clothing, outerwear or camping items · Water is not needed at this time

With a commitment to nourishing neighbors, Food Lion Feeds is donating $250,000 to support hunger relief initiatives provided by Meals on Wheels America, bringing the total investment to $1 million since 2022. Of the investment, $225,000 will be awarded to Meals on Wheels programs in Food Lion’s 10-state operating footprint to support community-based programs that address senior hunger and isolation. The funds will expand senior nutrition services in 13 communities during the grant period from August 2024 to August 2025. The remaining $25,000 in committed funds is part of a one-day giving campaign to support Meals on Wheels America on World Food Day, Oct. 16. World Food Day has been observed globally since 1981, serving as an annual initiative to increase awareness of world hunger and inspire solutions to improve food security and global nutrition. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ghHbHTqm

During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we pay tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. Marcella feels this month helps educate people about "our work ethics, community values and our rich history and culture.” Read her story: https://lnkd.in/gdJZf36x

Food Lion will donate all monetary contributions made at checkout in-store or online to organizations supporting hurricane relief feeding efforts through Food Lion Feeds Foundation within Food Lion's 10-state footprint, through October 30, 2024, and will match up to $1,000,000. Every $1 helps provide the equivalent of 10 meals. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gAfsqkB5

For our associate Victoria, celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month and seeing Hispanic/Latino suppliers makes her feel acknowledged and fills her with pride. Read her story: https://lnkd.in/gZz8_eS2

To date, over $18 million in grants to non-profit feeding partners across our 10-state footprint has been donated to help families thrive. Our customers can help keep it going by purchasing a Food Lion Feeds apple bag to nourish their family and others too or by making a donation in-store or online now through October 8. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ggQ7gVSE

For our associate Jose, he feels that by deepening our connections with Hispanic and Latino colleagues, we enhance our shared sense of belonging. Read his story: https://lnkd.in/g2UjbkjC