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Grocery Outlet Announces Twelfth Annual ‘Independence from Hunger’ Campaign

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Latinos Are Two and a Half Times More Likely to Experience Food Insecurity Compared to Their White Counterparts. The Program Will Support Area Nonprofits Including The Salvation Army Oxnard Corps and Food Share of Ventura County

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VENTURA COUNTY — Grocery Outlet Bargain Market, extreme-value grocery retailer, on June 29 launched its 12th consecutive Independence from Hungerâ Food Drive to combat food insecurity. From June 29 – July 31, 2022, the campaign will collect cash donations and pre-made bags of nonperishable foods in-store at Grocery Outlet’s more than 400 locations that will be distributed to local food agencies partners. In Ventura County, donations will support The Salvation Army Oxnard Corps and Food Share of Ventura County among other nonprofit organizations.

With inflation on the rise, many more families have tuned to local food banks for help. This year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates that as many as 30 million adults and 12 million children live in food-insecure households. In the Hispanic community, Feeding America reports that Latinos are two and a half times more likely to live food insecure households than their white counterparts.  Eachindependently owned and operated Grocery Outlet store is committed to giving back to provide families in need nutritious food.

“Each year, we’re blown away by the continued growth of the Independence from Hungerâ Food Drive due to the commitment of our employees, operators, charitable partners and customers” said Eric Lindberg, CEO at Grocery Outlet, Inc. “At Grocery Outlet, our mission is touching lives for the better–We’re so grateful to be able to help our local families rest a little easier knowing they don’t have to worry about where their next meal is coming.”

For 76 years, Grocery Outlet has been committed to giving back to local community organizations and IFH is an integral part of their commitment. Since its launch in 2011, the Independence from Hunger campaign efforts have collected nearly $14 million nationwide. Customers can make a difference by visiting their local Grocery Outlet and participating in one of these easy steps:

  • Give $5, get $5. Donate $5 or more in a single transaction in-store or online and you will receive a coupon for $5 off a future purchase of $25 or more.
  • Purchase a pre-made bag that is complete with an assortment of groceries selected by the local food agency and then place it in a collection bin at the front of the store.
  • Make an in-store donation at the register. Donations will benefit that store’s local food agency partner. Donate $1, $5 or round up your change.
  • Donate online by visiting GroceryOutlet.com/Donate.

“Since 1946, our core values have been built around our desire to provide and give back to our local communities,” said Lindberg “Our customers and communities alike are the foundation of our success. We feel it’s important to continue our ultimate mission to touch lives for the better.”