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Publix announced today that the company has donated more than 50 million pounds of produce as part of its initiative to support farmers and food banks in the Southeast. Launched in response to farmers being forced to discard produce they could no longer sell due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Publix began purchasing produce directly from impacted farmers and donating it to food banks throughout the company’s operating area.
Currently, 38 million people in the United States face hunger, but Publix, along with its customers, is working to help put food on the tables of neighbors in need through Feeding More Together. This campaign supports food banks throughout the Southeast in two ways: with nonperishable food items and with fresh produce purchased from Southeastern farmers.
1 in 8 people in America faces hunger. To help put food on the tables of people in need, Publix has donated nearly 400 million meals over the last two years. Due to the pandemic, the number of people turning to food banks for assistance increased and the need remains high. In addition to the company’s annual register campaigns for hunger alleviation and in-store perishable recovery program, in April of 2020 Publix began purchasing and donating fresh fruits and vegetables to Feeding America® member food banks. Through these combined efforts, Publix and its customers have helped meet the growing need in their communities.
Publix has been named one of America’s Best Employers for Veterans by Forbes, ranking No. 38 of 200 total companies and No. 3 of 16 in the retail and wholesale industry.
Publix Pharmacy recently received the Retail Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Award, presented by Zitter Insights, a division of Managed Markets Insights & Technology (MMIT), in the Retail Specialty Pharmacy category. This is the second time Publix Pharmacy has received this award.
Publix has been named one of the 2021 Best Workplaces in Retail by Fortune, ranking No. 5 of the 15 best large retail workplaces. With more than 1,280 stores across seven states, Publix associates named its resources, culture and giving back as reasons they enjoy working there. “Our company was founded over 90 years ago on philosophies and principles that still guide us today,” said Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous. “We care about the well-being of our associates by providing them with the tools they need to be successful and thrive, in their jobs and lives.”
Publix plans to hire approximately 30,000 associates across the company’s seven-state operating area through the remainder of the year. The company will hire associates to work in stores, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities for nonseasonal positions. “As we continue to grow, having a dedicated team ready to meet our needs is vitally important,” said Publix Vice President of Human Resources Marcy Benton. “Whether associates are new to the workforce or making a career change, Publix provides great benefits and a strong culture in which its associates build long, fulfilling careers.”
We're excited to enter the Bluegrass State! Watch for employment opportunities as the opening date gets closer. Publix is the largest employee-owned company in the nation. We can't wait to meet you in Kentucky.
As our founder, Mr. George, once said, “We’re not only in the grocery business, we’re in the people business.” We are honored to be named to the Great Place to Work US PEOPLE Companies that Care 2021 list. This award reflects the respect, care and concern we have for our associates, communities, and environment. 💚
Publix has been recognized on Newsweek’s 2022 America’s Best Customer Service list, ranking No. 1 in the supermarket category for the second year in a row. “We pride ourselves on providing premier customer service,” said Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous. “Treating our customers like royalty is one of Publix’s founding principles. It’s an honor to be recognized on this list, and a testament to our associates’ dedication to serving our customers.”
