It’s these acts of goodwill that are in the very fabric of a food retailer’s being. Grocers strengthen their communities with programs designed to keep kids busy and engaged; offer useful information about nutrition and health; and assist in bringing meals to those in underserved areas. Nowadays, these acts of goodwill are essential to local communities and make a bigger difference than ever before.
<p>By: Melaina Lewis, Senior Manager, Communications, FMI</p> <div class="mg-image--circular" style="float: right; margin: 10px;"><img src="https://www.fmi.org/images/default-source/blog-images/heart-hands.tmb-large-350-.jpg?sfvrsn=384888a2_1" data-displaymode="Thumbnail" alt="heart hands" title="heart hands" /></div> <p>Anyone can make a difference. It could be something simple like holding the door for a mom pushing a stroller or paying it forward when you buy a cup of coffee. Making a difference can also be a large-scale program like a community event that benefits a neighborhoods’ health and well-being or securing food for those in need. Benevolent gestures – big or small - can mean a great deal to someone in need and, if we do our part, the world becomes a kinder place.</p> <p>It’s these acts of goodwill that are in the very fabric of a food retailer’s being. Grocers strengthen their communities with programs designed to keep kids busy and engaged; offer useful information about nutrition and health; and assist in bringing meals to those in underserved areas. Nowadays, these acts of goodwill are essential to local communities and make a bigger difference than ever before.</p> <p>As a grocer doing good, we invite you to nominate your community outreach program for recognition and the chance to win a $1,000 donation for first place winners and $300 donations to one honorable mention in each category to deepen the reach of your program. Awards are given in the following categories: </p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><strong>Youth Development Programs</strong> - education, employment, job readiness, mentoring/tutoring programs.</li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><strong>Programs Addressing Food Insecurity</strong> - food drives, food bank donations, commitments to increase access to fresh food in underserved areas.</li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><strong>Neighborhood Health Improvement Programs - </strong>nutrition education, blood drives, health related runs/walks, sustainability education and community involvement.</li> </ul> <p>Each year, we see creative initiatives from retailers large and small that go above-and-beyond the prescribed duty of a grocery store. Retailers have the power to engage their community and inspire others with messages of goodwill and comradery.</p> <p><a href="http://www.fmi.org/about-us/awards-and-community-outreach/fmi-community-outreach-awards" class="button">Submit Your Story of Grocers Doing Good by October 30th</a> </p>
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