MATTHEWS, N.C., April 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Harris Teeter today announced it will donate
more than 640,000 pounds of much needed nutritious protein and
produce to help feed community members in need amid the COVID-19
pandemic. With support from its vendor partners, nearly 20
truckloads carrying more than 534,000 meals were distributed to
local food banks in its operating areas. The Company will also
launch a Round Up campaign to support its food bank partners during
this critical time.
"Harris Teeter is committed to
being there for our communities when they need us most," said
Danna Robinson, communication
manager for Harris Teeter. "During
this unprecedented time, we are proud to support our local food
bank partners with their critical COVID-19 relief efforts.
Our shoppers have asked us how they can give back, and this
COVID-19 Relief Round Up will provide an easy way to donate change
at checkout."
Harris Teeter and protein
suppliers Sanderson Farms and Tyson, as well as produce suppliers
Sol Melons, Ayco Farms, Inc, NY Apple, Washington Fruit &
Produce Co., Seald Sweet International, Pacific Trellis Fruit, LLC
and California Giant Berry Farms joined forces to support various
food banks in its operating areas to provide hunger relief to
families, including children, seniors and veterans, within its
communities facing food insecurity.
"Our retail heroes are working hard to provide our shoppers with
the items they need most, but we also know many of our neighbors
are struggling with food insecurity," said Robinson. "With the
support of our generous partners, these donations will provide
relief to our food bank partners working around the clock to
address the increased need for emergency food."
While Harris Teeter is serving
shoppers and communities, it's also committed to supporting its
supply chain partners working hard behind the scenes to ensure
shelves are well-stocked and families are fed. For every truckload
donated by its suppliers, Harris
Teeter purchased a truckload for donation and distributed
the meals among Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina in
Charlotte, N.C., Manna Food Bank
in Asheville, N.C., Food Bank of
Central & Eastern North
Carolina in Raleigh, N.C.,
Lowcountry Food Bank in Charleston,
S.C., Food Bank of Southeastern
Virginia in Virginia Beach
and Capital Area Food Bank in Washington,
D.C.
"Many restaurants are closed which means suppliers have a
surplus of food service items available. Together, we're able to
divert this product from our landfills and place it in the homes of
hungry families," said Robinson. "We are deeply appreciative of the
partnership and generosity of our suppliers."
Harris Teeter's COVID-19 Relief
Round Up campaign will launch in all stores on Wednesday, April 29. Harris Teeter would
like to invite shoppers to round up their transaction to the
nearest whole dollar at checkout to support this effort. The
campaign will benefit Harris
Teeter's local food bank partners in their efforts to meet
emergency supply demands.
"Through hosting Round Up campaigns, we've seen that a little
change can make a big difference for our nonprofit partners," said
Robinson.
To learn more about the precautions Harris Teeter is taking and how the Company is
supporting its shoppers and valued associates amid the pandemic,
click here.
www.harristeeter.com
Harris Teeter,
with headquarters in Matthews,
N.C., is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Kroger Co. (NYSE:
KR). The regional grocery chain employs approximately 30,000
associates and operates stores in North
Carolina, South Carolina,
Virginia, Georgia, Maryland, Delaware, Florida and the District of Columbia.
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