News Summary
Kroger’s Dallas Division initiates a Peanut Butter Food Drive from May 28 to June 17, aiming to alleviate food insecurity in Louisiana and Texas. Customers can donate jars of peanut butter at Kroger locations to support local food banks, benefiting those in need, especially during the summer months when donations typically decrease. The drive represents Kroger’s commitment to combating hunger and food waste through its Zero Hunger | Zero Waste initiative.
Shreveport – The Kroger Co.’s Dallas Division is launching a Peanut Butter Food Drive from May 28 to June 17, 2025, aimed at alleviating food insecurity in the region. The initiative will benefit the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana and East Texas Food Banks, which rely heavily on community donations to serve their clients.
As part of this drive, customers can purchase jars of peanut butter at any Kroger location, contributing to the fight against hunger in their communities. Peanut butter is particularly valuable to food banks due to its long shelf life, high protein content, and ease of distribution. For as little as $1.49, shoppers can donate a 16-ounce jar of Kroger Peanut Butter by using a digital coupon available through the grocery chain.
Food insecurity is a pressing issue in Louisiana and Texas, where rates of access to sufficient food are higher than the national average. The Peanut Butter Food Drive is especially crucial during the summer months when food donations tend to decrease, and families often face additional challenges in meeting their nutritional needs.
Participating in the drive is simple: customers can either add a jar of peanut butter to their grocery purchases or utilize designated donation bins available at Kroger stores. Additionally, shoppers can support local food banks by opting to round up their bills to the nearest dollar at the register, with proceeds directed to food assistance efforts.
The campaign is part of Kroger’s broader Zero Hunger | Zero Waste initiative, which aims to combat hunger and food waste in communities across the United States. In 2024, the Dallas Division of Kroger contributed over 4 million pounds of food to various food banks nationwide, demonstrating its commitment to addressing hunger.
Kroger has pledged over $5 million annually to support initiatives that tackle food insecurity. The emphasis on shelf-stable proteins, such as peanut butter, aligns with the organization’s goal to create over 127 million meals for Texas communities while also facilitating more efficient food bank distributions.
The Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana, one of the beneficiaries of the Peanut Butter Food Drive, relies significantly on community engagement to meet the ongoing need for food assistance. With growing demand, especially in the summer, the contributions made through this drive will play an essential role in supporting families and individuals in need.
Overall, the upcoming Peanut Butter Food Drive represents a collaborative effort between Kroger, customers, and local food banks to combat food insecurity and ensure that vulnerable populations have access to nutritious food options.
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