Fresh Thyme shoppers support Midwest food
banks
DOWNERS
GROVE, Ill., Sept. 21,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh Thyme Market, a grocer
that has a mission to improve the way communities eat by offering
real fresh food, is proud to announce for Hunger Action Month that
it has donated over $400,000, the
equivalent of around 4 million meals*, to the Feeding America
network of food banks and other local food banks in 2023.
September is Hunger Action Month, the annual month-long call to
action to spread awareness and inspire everyone to join the
movement to end hunger.
"At Fresh Thyme, our partnership with Feeding America and
supporting local food banks is not just a collaboration but a
shared commitment to combat food insecurity in our local
communities," said Fresh Thyme Market President, Liz Zolcak. "We strive to enrich the lives of
the communities we serve. It guides all we do, and we're proud to
give back with our customers in a way that directly aligns with our
mission and values."
Three annual programs are a part of Fresh Thyme's donation to
Feeding America and other local food banks across the brand's
Midwestern footprint:
- Round Up at the Register: All Fresh Thyme store
locations host a Round Up at the Register program throughout the
year, where customers have the opportunity to donate upon checkout
each time they shop.
- Food Rescue Program: Fresh Thyme stores donate surplus
food and meals to community food banks. Each store team works
diligently to ensure the food donations are maximized through
careful handling of product pulled from the shelf and staged for
local food bank partners' routine pick-ups. In 2023 thus far, Fresh
Thyme has donated an additional 900,000 meals through this
program.
- Grab and Give Initiative: Customers also have the
ability to purchase pre-bagged groceries at checkout during the
holiday season through the Grab and Give program, where the
purchased groceries go directly to local food banks.
Fresh Thyme has been a longstanding partner of Feeding America
and other local food banks in its continued commitment to fight
against hunger. In addition to donating food and meals, Fresh Thyme
employees come together to volunteer at local food banks throughout
the year. These events span from Northern Illinois Food Bank to
Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank. Fresh Thyme also invites
local food bank partners to participate in in-store events to
celebrate its customers' donations and amplify Feeding America's
voice in its local communities.
Fresh Thyme invites its customers to join in its efforts and
make a meaningful change in the battle against hunger. To learn
more and find a Fresh Thyme location near you,
visit freshthyme.com. For more information on Hunger Action
Month visit FeedingAmerica.com/take-action.
*$1 helps provide at least 10
meals
About Fresh Thyme Market
Fresh Thyme Market, a local, community-focused grocer with 71
stores in 10 states throughout the Midwest, was born from a genuine
desire to help people live better and healthier lives. Every day
Fresh Thyme Market works to be a trusted resource in our
communities, bringing people access to real food at real affordable
prices. With a local focus on what the community needs, each store
provides fresh, natural, and organic food at affordable prices. By
offering an immersive, intuitive shopping experience, Fresh Thyme
Market meets people wherever they are on their journey to living a
healthier lifestyle. To learn more, visit freshthyme.com.
About Feeding America
Feeding America is committed to an America where no one is hungry.
We support tens of millions of people who experience food
insecurity to get the food and resources they say they need to
thrive as part of a nationwide network of food banks, statewide
food bank associations, food pantries and meal programs. We also
invest in innovative solutions to increase equitable access to
nutritious food, advocate for legislation that improves food
security and work to address factors that impact food security,
such as health, cost of living and employment.
We partner with people experiencing food insecurity,
policymakers, organizations, and supporters, united with them in a
movement to end hunger. Visit FeedingAmerica.org to learn more.
Media Contact:
Nathan Campbell
(313) 550-3411
freshthyme@spoolmarketing.com
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