Supporting Education

Read the latest stories on our efforts to support education.

Presenting a charity check to Hillsborough Education Foundation

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.

Mr. George Jenkins, Founder of Publix Super Markets

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.

University of Miami Spring 2025 Graduate Profile Maria Kaber B.S.H.S. '25

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.

Publix associates present a $10,000 giant charity check to EdVenture

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.

two publix employees present a $50,000 charity check to A Gift For Teaching

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.

presenting a giant charity check

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.

Kids in front of a tank at the Georgia aquarium

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.

kids in a Publix super market with tablets

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.

Santa waving at the mainstage theater at the Center for Puppetry Arts

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.

Orange tiger and its cute cub at Zoo Miami help educate visitors on conservation efforts

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.

Group of kids holding a check for Redlands Christian Migrant Association

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.

Jenkins Scholarship recipient Lillee Izadi presenting research

January 2024

George W. Jenkins Scholar Lillee Izadi

The George W. Jenkins Scholarship helped Lillee on her journey to become a physician.

Publix volunteers at a Gift for Teaching event for Brighter Futures

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.

george w. jenkins female student

August 2016

George W. Jenkins Scholar Nina Ahmad

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