Albertsons Companies Foundation Announces Recipients of $9 Million in Multiyear Nourishing Neighbors Innovation Spark Grants

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Albertsons Companies and the Albertsons Companies Foundation are proud to announce the recipients of this year's #NourishingNeighbors Innovation Spark Grants. Three nonprofit organizations will be awarded a total of $9 million in multiyear grants to support innovative programs aimed at combatting food insecurity and fostering long-term solutions for hunger relief.



Alpenglow Impact has been turning donations into gift cards for neighbors in need through their Gift Card Bank program. Their efforts have reached nearly four million individuals, providing not just food but also a sense of stability during the most challenging times. With the Nourishing Neighbors grant, they're launching a pilot to empower low-income student mothers, guiding them from education to financial independence.



Hunger Free America, a long-time partner of the Albertsons Companies Foundation, is a national nonprofit working to enact the policies and programs needed to end domestic hunger and ensure that all Americans have sufficient access to nutritious food. This Nourishing Neighbors grant will fund a project to enable at least 200 individuals in Maryland and Illinois who are unemployed, underemployed or employed in low-wage jobs to boost their long-term economic advancement by increasing their work skills and wages.


The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is making strides in combating food insecurity with solutions and community partnerships. By leveraging an innovative data mapping system, NTFB is pinpointing the needs within specific ZIP codes, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively. Through capacity building grants and additional supportive services, NTFB will equip partner agency programming that addresses underlying barriers to food security such as housing assistance, healthcare access and workforce development.



These organizations exemplify the power of innovative thinking and dedicated action in addressing the critical issue of hunger. Their work not only provides immediate relief but also fosters sustainable development and self-sufficiency.

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  • Angela
    01/09/2025

    Good morning!

    Keep up the great work that your companies are doing. How can I sign my elderly mother up for the food program? I can be contacted at 773-367-9172 or angelagray55@yahoo.com

    Thank you

     

  • Pablo
    09/21/2024

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    memories. This "G" rated Novel the first to use bilingual story telling approach comes with a Pronunciation 
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