Publix Super Markets Charities News
Mr. George’s legacy of giving continues.
Publix founder George W. Jenkins—affectionately known as Mr. George—established Publix Charities to serve his community, a mission he wished to carry on long after he was gone. We proudly continue his legacy of giving by supporting nonprofit organizations throughout the Southeast. Keep up-to-date on the ways we work to build hope and nourish brighter futures.
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Read the latest stories from Publix Super Markets Charities.
July 2026
Publix Charities Support YMCA of Metro Atlanta
Publix Charities is proud to sponsor Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Metro Atlanta an initiative aimed at improving health and well-being for kids and families. Its purpose is to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active throughout the summer.
July 2026
Publix Charities Supports the Creative Discovery Museum
Publix Charities recently donated $15,000 to the Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to support accessibility programs such as Free Family Nights and discounted AccessDiscovery memberships. The donation helps advance the museum’s mission of inspiring all children to explore, innovate, create, and play.
July 2026
Publix Charities Supports Boys & Girls Club of Polk County
Publix Charities recently sponsored the Boys & Girls Club of Polk County’s Great Futures Celebration with a $30,000 donation. The event raises funds to provide safe spaces, caring mentors, and life-changing opportunities for thousands of children throughout the community.
July 2026
Publix Charities Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami
Publix Charities recently presented a $25,000 sponsorship to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami in support of the organization’s Dream Big Gala. As a signature fundraising event, the gala helps sustain mentoring programs that equip youth with the guidance, skills, and confidence needed to thrive academically, socially, and professionally.
May 2026
Publix Charities Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay
Publix Charities recently presented a $20,000 sponsorship to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay to support its Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser, helping expand mentoring opportunities and create meaningful connections for youth in the community.
January 2026
Publix Charities Supports Meals on Wheels Atlanta
Publix Charities is proud to support Meals on Wheels' mission to support senior independence through meals, shelter, education, and community.
Alleviating Hunger
Read the latest stories on our efforts to reduce hunger.
January 2026
Publix Charities Supports Meals on Wheels Atlanta
Publix Charities is proud to support Meals on Wheels' mission to support senior independence through meals, shelter, education, and community.
January 2026
Publix Charities Supports Meals on Wheels of Sarasota
Publix Charities’ $10,000 donation will help further Meals on Wheels’ mission to provide daily nutritious meals, social interaction, and wellness checks for our homebound neighbors.
November 2025
Publix Charities supports Meals on Wheels of Polk County
Publix Charities’ $15,000 sponsorship will help support Meal's on Wheels mission to deliver a hot, nutritious meal and daily contact to our homebound neighbors.
October 2025
Publix Charities supports Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee
Publix Charities is proud to support Second Harvest’s mission to nourish and empower people so they can thrive.
October 2025
Publix Charities supports Heaven South
Publix Charities proudly donated $10,000 to help expand The Store, a no-cost grocery program for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Middle Tennessee.
September 2025
Publix Charities supports United Against Poverty
Publix Charities donated $90,000 to United Against Poverty to support their mission to combat food insecurity in Orlando-area communities.
Reducing Housing Insecurity & Homelessness
Read the latest stories on our efforts to reduce housing insecurity and homelessness.
December 2025
$15 million for housing programs
Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $15 million to more than 300 nonprofit housing partners throughout the Southeast that focus on housing assistance, including Habitat for Humanity affiliates.
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.
February 2025
Publix Charities supports Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County
Publix Charities donated $200,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County, supporting a new home for a local family and continuing community development efforts.
December 2024
$11 million for housing programs
Publix Charities is donating to local organizations that help people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.
May 2024
Publix Charities supports Habitat for Humanity’s mission to provide a “decent place to live”
Publix Super Markets Charities was a proud sponsor of the 2023 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project.
April 2024
Publix Charities supports Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County
This donation will partially fund a home in Pafford Place, a new nine-home neighborhood in the heart of Gallatin, TN.
Encouraging Youth
Read the latest stories on our efforts to encourage youth.
July 2026
Publix Charities Support YMCA of Metro Atlanta
Publix Charities is proud to sponsor Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Metro Atlanta an initiative aimed at improving health and well-being for kids and families. Its purpose is to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active throughout the summer.
July 2026
Publix Charities Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami
Publix Charities recently presented a $25,000 sponsorship to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami in support of the organization’s Dream Big Gala. As a signature fundraising event, the gala helps sustain mentoring programs that equip youth with the guidance, skills, and confidence needed to thrive academically, socially, and professionally.
July 2026
Publix Charities Supports Boys & Girls Club of Polk County
Publix Charities recently sponsored the Boys & Girls Club of Polk County’s Great Futures Celebration with a $30,000 donation. The event raises funds to provide safe spaces, caring mentors, and life-changing opportunities for thousands of children throughout the community.
July 2026
Publix Charities Supports the Creative Discovery Museum
Publix Charities recently donated $15,000 to the Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to support accessibility programs such as Free Family Nights and discounted AccessDiscovery memberships. The donation helps advance the museum’s mission of inspiring all children to explore, innovate, create, and play.
May 2026
Publix Charities Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay
Publix Charities recently presented a $20,000 sponsorship to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay to support its Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser, helping expand mentoring opportunities and create meaningful connections for youth in the community.
October 2025
Publix Charities supports Girls Inc. of Greater Atlanta
Publix Charities is proud to support the Girls Inc. of Greater Atlanta with a $20,000 sponsorship of their Strong, Smart & Bold Awards Luncheon.
Improving Communities
These are just a few examples of how the causes we support help to build healthier communities.
July 2026
Publix Charities Support YMCA of Metro Atlanta
Publix Charities is proud to sponsor Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA of Metro Atlanta an initiative aimed at improving health and well-being for kids and families. Its purpose is to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active throughout the summer.
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.
February 2025
Publix Charities supports Children’s Home Society of Florida
Publix Charities' donation will support the expansion of forensic medical services to better serve children and families affected by abuse.
February 2025
Publix Charities supports Friends of Joshua House
Publix Charities donated $80,000 to Friends of Joshua House to replace generators and repair damage from Hurricanes Ian and Milton, supporting the foundation's mission to help abused children and teens.
January 2025
Publix Charities supports the Edna W. Runner Education Center
Publix Charities is proud to support the center’s mission to provide a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk students and their families.
November 2024
Publix Super Markets supports the YMCA of South Florida
Publix Super Markets' donation will support the YMCA’s mission to provide programs that help build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
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.