Quick Summary
Name: The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $7.3M (2023) |
| Grant Range | $25,000 - $1,000,000 |
| Average Grant | Not specified |
| Application Method | Fixed Deadline (Quarterly) |
Contact Details
Website: https://thekrogercozerohungerzerowastefoundation.com/ Location: Cincinnati, OH EIN: 83-0898036
Geographic Focus
Primarily funds organizations serving communities in the 35 states where Kroger operates, including California, Texas, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Indiana, Colorado, Washington, Arizona, Tennessee, Michigan, Kentucky, and Illinois. Also supports national initiatives aligned with their mission.
Funding Priorities
- Hunger Relief: Food bank transportation, mobile pantries, SNAP enrollment, school breakfast programs
- Food Waste Reduction: Innovative solutions to prevent food loss and waste in the food system
- Sustainability: Programs reducing waste in communities
- Nutrition: Nutrition education and access to healthier foods
- Homelessness: Services for homeless individuals seeking skills and housing
- Innovation: Entrepreneurs with creative solutions to food security and waste reduction
What They Don't Fund
- Individuals
- Political campaigns
- Religious organizations serving only their own members
- Organizations that discriminate
- For-profit organizations
- Non-501(c)(3) organizations
- Fraternal and social veterans' organizations
- Organizations outside Kroger's service area (unless national programs)
Application Method
Quarterly application process through online portal. Organizations must be verified 501(c)(3) nonprofits through Guidestar Charity Check. Application deadlines for 2025: April 4, June 27, September 19, December 5.
Innovation Fund: Separate application process for grants ranging from $25,000-$250,000 for entrepreneurs and social innovators with solutions to end hunger and reduce waste.
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