UNFI recently held its annual golf fundraiser, raising nearly $1.1 million to support the UNFI Foundation’s mission of empowering changemakers to create a more sustainable and equitable food system.
The UNFI Foundation supports innovative nonprofits that are focused on climate-smart agriculture, food access and equity and local food economies. By funding grassroots efforts and scalable solutions, the foundation helps build a healthier future for people and the planet.
During the Charity Classic welcome reception, attendees heard first-hand from UNFI Foundation grantees – Land For Good, McAuley Ministries and Rhode Island Public Health Institute – about their missions and the impact they have on communities, thanks in part to grants and support from the foundation.
“UNFI is one of our consistent and important funders. They really help make sure that we have the resources we need to provide our services to farmers and the farming community at low or no cost,” Rachel Brice, Land For Good’s program and development manager.
At the Lake of Isles golf course in North Stonington, Connecticut, participants connected over a round of golf and took part in competitions throughout the day such as “Best Happy Gilmore Swing” and “Hole in One” contests.
The event concluded with a reception dedicated to its sponsors, including the tournament’s title sponsors, Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co..
“This incredible milestone speaks volumes to our shared values and the very heart of our purpose at UNFI: to deliver better food and create a better future – for our suppliers, our customers, our associates, and of course, the communities we serve,” said Matt Echols, UNFI chief corporate affairs officer and foundation chair.
In 2024, the foundation awarded more than $1.5 million grants to 63 non-profit organizations across the U.S. and Canada.
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