Supporting Education
Read the latest stories on our efforts to support education.

October 2025
Publix Charities supports the Hillsborough Education Foundation
Publix Charities’ donation will help support the Hillsborough Education Foundation’s mission of empowering students through quality public education.

September 2025
Nourishing communities for 60 years
Publix Charities is proud to celebrate 60 years of supporting nonprofit organizations dedicated to youth, education, reducing hunger, and alleviating homelessness in the Southeast.

September 2025
George W. Jenkins Scholar Maria Kaber
With the help of the George W. Jenkins Scholarship, Maria was able to overcome personal and financial hardships and graduate with a bachelor of science in health science.

July 2025
Publix Charities supports EdVenture
Publix Charities donated $10,000 to EdVenture to support their Publix exhibit and job exploration programs in STEM and the arts.

June 2025
Publix Charities supports A Gift for Teaching
Publix Charities donated $50,000 to A Gift for Teaching to help fund a new pallet reach truck, supporting the nonprofit’s mission to provide essential classroom supplies to Central Florida teachers and students in need.

October 2024
Publix Charities supports Junior Achievement of North Florida
Publix Charities presented a $10,000 sponsorship to support their mission to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in the global economy.

June 2024
Georgia Aquarium showcases critical role of marine life in our communities
Publix Charities supports the aquarium’s mission to educate students about the importance of our oceans.

April 2024
Junior Achievement program helps students achieve financial knowledge
With donations from Publix Super Markets Charities, local schools are scheduled and trained to implement the JA Finance Park experience.

April 2024
Publix Charities supports Center for Puppetry Arts
With Publix Charities’ help, 25,000 patrons will experience a whimsical, educational performance from Center for Puppetry Arts.

April 2024
Zoo Miami educates children while focusing on conservation efforts
Publix Charities’ grant will help inspire additional support needed to enhance the Sumatran tiger habitat with more holdings, outdoor areas, and breeding space.

April 2024
Publix Charities supports the Redlands Christian Migrant Association
This donation will fund additional outdoor learning spaces and materials for new after-school enrichment programs.

January 2024
George W. Jenkins Scholar Lillee Izadi
The George W. Jenkins Scholarship helped Lillee on her journey to become a physician.

January 2024
Helping A Gift for Teaching equip students
Publix Super Markets Charities is proud to sponsor A Gift for Teaching, which connects students and teachers with school supplies.

August 2016
George W. Jenkins Scholar Nina Ahmad
The George W. Jenkins Scholarship changed Nina’s life and made her medical career possible.