Giant Eagle Foundation Donates $1 Million to Food Banks Across Five States Amid Rising Demand

The Giant Eagle Foundation has pledged $1 million to support food bank partners across its five-state operating region to address the growing food insecurity exacerbated by the impending cessation of SNAP benefits for approximately 42 million Americans amid a federal government shutdown. This donation supplements Giant Eagle's ongoing commitment, which includes donating fresh food equivalent to 20 million meals annually and running a register donation campaign at over 200 Giant Eagle and Market District supermarkets through December 24. Customers can contribute by selecting specific donation amounts or rounding up their grocery bills, with all proceeds benefiting the local food bank serving the community where donations are made. The initiative reflects Giant Eagle's acknowledgment of the heightened demand on food assistance programs and its dedication to collaborating with community partners to support neighbors in need. CEO Bill Artman emphasized gratitude toward food bank partners' leadership during these extraordinary challenges and the company's resolve to continue exploring further supportive measures. This coordinated effort underscores the critical role of corporate and community engagement in mitigating the impact of rising food insecurity in the region.