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Grocery Outlet Raises More Than $4 Million for Local Food Banks Through Sixteenth Annual Independence from Hunger® Campaign

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  • Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. completed its 16th annual Independence from Hunger Food Drive, raising over $4 million to support local food banks.
  • The campaign ran from June 24 to July 31, 2026, collecting in-store contributions, pre-assembled grocery bags, \& online donations.
  • A new partnership with Feeding America allowed customers to donate online to support national hunger relief efforts, including Alameda County, L.A. Regional, Oregon, \& Central Pennsylvania food banks.
  • In-store donations were distributed to partners chosen by each local store, while suppliers like Conagra Brands \& Kellanova made product donations.
  • Grocery Outlet debuted a four-day national livestream event featuring real-time challenges, giveaways, store spotlights, \& personal stories from Independent Operators.
  • The company highlighted USDA data stating that 48 million people, including 14.1 million children, faced hunger in 2024.
  • Since the program's 2011 launch, Grocery Outlet \& its Independent Operators have raised more than $34 million for local food agencies.
  • Customer participation options included a "Give $5, Get $5" coupon offer, purchasing pre-made food bags, donating at registers, \& contributing online.
  • Grocery Outlet operates more than 540 stores across 16 states, including California, Washington, \& Pennsylvania.