Publix kicks season off with annual Food For All fundraiser

LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix Super Markets has launched the company’s annual fundraiser, Food For All. Running from Nov. 1 through Nov. 22, the campaign works with customers and associates to raise money in support of nonprofit organizations serving individuals within the local community.

Food For All is a charitable organization of Making a Change, which partners with thousands of grocery retailers nationwide. Since beginning in 1985, more than $105 million has been collected by the charity to fund nonprofit organizations across the United States, and around the world.

“Each year, we are humbled by the kindness and giving spirit of our customers and associates to help their neighbors that may be facing food insecurity and other challenges,” Maria Brous, director of media and community relations of Publix said. “The Food For All campaign provides our customers and associates with a simple way to help and we’re looking forward to another successful program.”

Themed campaign boards are displayed at checkout counters and customers participate by asking the cashier to add a $1, $3, or $5 contribution to the grocery bill. In the last year, more than 15 organizations were represented and more than $5 million in grants were awarded to charities across the U.S.

“We are honored to partner with Publix and help facilitate the Food For All fundraiser each year,” Dave McConnell, president and CEO of Making Change said. “Publix’s determination and commitment to this fundraiser continues to successfully help nonprofit organizations feed communities all across the southeast.”