Food Lion’s Gala Apple Bag campaign returns

From Sept. 18 to Oct. 8, Food Lion invites customers to help nourish neighbors experiencing hunger through its annual Gala Apple Bag campaign. 

This year, the sales of specially-marked apple bags and customer donations will be used to aid hunger relief organizations through grants provided by the Food Lion Feed Charitable Foundation. 

Grants are utilized to support local organizations’ efforts to make food more accessible and support nutritional education programs.

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“At Food Lion, our commitment to nourishing our neighbors and caring for our communities is at the heart of everything we do,” said Kevin Durkee, manager, Food Lion Feeds, Food Lion. “When we join forces with our customers, we raise awareness about food insecurity and contribute much-needed support to local hunger relief organizations. The annual Gala Apple Bag campaign provides a direct source of nutrition, and customers’ donations make a tangible difference in joining our fight against food insecurity. By awarding foundation grants to our community feeding partners, we foster a sense of unity and collaboration among our neighbors and make a meaningful impact in the towns and cities we serve.”

To participate, shoppers can purchase a specially marked Gala Apple Bag or contribute cash donations while checking out in-store or online. In addition, the digital keypads at checkout can also be used to donate a specific dollar amount or round up their purchases to support the effort.