CHICAGO, Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- National partners are joining Feeding America this holiday season to help ensure neighbors have access to the food, certainty and connection everyone deserves. Their generosity comes as household costs remain high, federal nutrition programs continue to shift, and food insecurity reached its highest level in a decade, making this holiday season one of uncertainty for many of our neighbors facing hunger. This season's partners include Crate & Barrel, Food Lion, Free People, Fresh Thyme Market, The GIANT Company, and Maverik - Adventure's First Stop. Together, these partners are helping strengthen the nationwide Feeding America network so communities can count on access to food throughout the holiday season and beyond.
"The holidays are a chance to gather with loved ones and share a meal, but for millions of neighbors facing hunger, this holiday season may be one of uncertainty," said Lisa Mann, chief development officer for Feeding America. "We're deeply grateful for the partners and supporters that strengthen the Feeding America network's ability to provide what everyone deserves this holiday season and beyond, reliable access to fresh, nutritious food. During a season that may feel uncertain for many neighbors, their support helps ensure food remains a source of comfort, connection and stability."
Here are some of the many ways shoppers can help people facing hunger during the holidays:
- Crate & Barrel: This year, Crate & Barrel Holdings will celebrate 10 years of partnership with Feeding America, building on its longstanding commitment to help end hunger and give back to its communities. During its holiday campaign from November 12 through December 24, 2026, the company and its family of brands will invite customers to donate at checkout in stores and online to Feeding America. In addition, Crate & Barrel Holdings will donate a portion from each sale of select give-back items as part of this year's campaign.
- Food Lion: Holidays Without Hunger: From November 4 through December 8, 2026, customers can purchase a box at Food Lion locations and donate it directly to food pantries and meal programs for distribution to community members. The annual campaign guarantees a minimum commitment of $300,000 and supports Feeding America and local partner food banks.
- Free People: From November 1 through December 31, 2026, Free People's annual holiday campaign encourages customers to round up while checking out. Free People guarantees a minimum of $150,000 from this campaign.
- Fresh Thyme Market: Fresh Thyme Market will ask customers to round up their purchase in stores during November 2026, benefiting local food banks.
- The GIANT Company: During the Millions of Meals campaign, November 6 through 19, 2026, when customers purchase $15 of select products at GIANT and MARTIN'S, they'll get $5 off instantly plus $10 will be donated to local food banks and Feeding America.
- Maverik - Adventure's First Stop: From October 21 to December 2, 2026, Maverik customers can round up their purchase or make an additional donation at checkout to help support neighbors facing hunger.
To help make a difference, check out the many ways to give back this holiday season, or contact your local food bank to learn how you can support neighbors in your community.
Contact
Emily James
Feeding America
About Feeding America
Rooted in the voices of neighbors facing hunger, Feeding America unites the country ensuring everyone has access to food and a thriving future. We support tens of millions of people as part of a nationwide network of 250+ food banks, 20+ statewide food bank associations, 10+ regional co-ops and 60,000+ agency partners, food pantries and meal programs. Powered by leaders and volunteers embedded in local communities, we are one of the nation's most effective food distribution systems driving immediate impact today—and a catalyst for long-term change through advocating for legislation that improves food security and work to address its factors. We partner with people experiencing food insecurity, policymakers, organizations and supporters united with the unwavering commitment to provide nourishing food and work to end hunger at its roots so everyone can live fuller, healthier lives. Visit FeedingAmerica.org to learn more.
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