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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Group volunteers holding a cahrity Check at Second Harvest Food bank

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.
Hands creating a heart

October 2025

Publix Charities suports Hurricane Melissa relief efforts

Publix Super Markets Charities is donating $250,000 to the American Red Cross to help provide essential relief supplies to those impacted by the devastating effects of Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean.
Presenting a charity check to Girls Inc. of Greater Atlanta

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.
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.

Alleviating Hunger

Read the latest stories on our efforts to reduce hunger.

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Group volunteers holding a cahrity Check at Second Harvest Food bank

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.
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.
fresh donated food gathered in the shape of a heart

September 2025

Publix Charities donates $15 million to help people facing food insecurity

Publix, its associates and Publix Super Markets Charities are working together during Hunger Action Month.
presenting a charity check to Plam Beach county food bank

December 2024

Publix Charities supports Palm Beach County Food Bank

Publix Charities is proud to support the food bank’s mission to nourish our neighbors and improve lives one meal at a time.
presenting a charity check to Feeding South Florida

December 2024

Publix Charities supports Feeding South Florida

Publix Charities donated $450,000 to support Feeding South Florida's meal delivery program and mobile food pantry expansion.
presenting a giant charity check to Farm Share

November 2024

Publix Charities supports Farm Share

Publix Charities donated $190,000 to support Farm Share’s mission to alleviate hunger and fight poverty.

Reducing Housing Insecurity & Homelessness

Read the latest stories on our efforts to reduce housing insecurity and homelessness.

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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.
Publix associate presenting a charity check for $200,000 to the Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County

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.
hands holding green house

December 2024

$11 million for housing programs

Publix Charities is donating to local organizations that help people experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.
The Habitat for Humanity crew lifts roof trusses onto a partially built house frame

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.
Group holding check for Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County

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.  
Family together in their home

December 2023

$10 million for housing programs

Our donation will support organizations that work to alleviate homelessness and housing insecurity in our communities.

Encouraging Youth

Read the latest stories on our efforts to encourage youth.

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Presenting a charity check to Girls Inc. of Greater Atlanta

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.
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.
MOSH- Publix STEAM Engine Gift

August 2025

Publix Charities supports MOSH of Jacksonville

Publix Charities proudly donated $10,000 to the Museum of Science & History in Jacksonville, Florida to support its Mobile Early Learning Program.
five women hold a $15,000 check from Publix Super Market Charities made out to the YMCA of the Treasure Coast

July 2025

Publix Charities supports YMCA of the Treasure Coast

Publix Charities recently donated $15,000 to the YMCA of the Treasure Coast to support their programs that foster connection, growth, and well-being for all.
two men holding a giant Publix Charities check donation of $15,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta

May 2025

Publix Charities supports Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta

Publix Charities donated $15,000 to support Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta’s Topgolf event, which funds their teen workforce and CareerBound programs.
Four people holding a $10,000 charity check for Nobis Works

May 2025

Publix Charities supports the Tommy Nobis Center

Publix Charities recently donated $10,000 to the Tommy Nobis Center, supporting their mission to empower individuals with disabilities through employment.

Improving Communities

These are just a few examples of how the causes we support help to build healthier communities.

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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.
Group holding a charity check for $55,000 outside the Children’s Home Society

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.
John Doran presenting a charity check for $80,000 to the Friends of Joshua House

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.
Publix associates presenting a charity check to Edna W. Runner Tutorial Center for $62,000

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.
Publix Super Markets supports the YMCA of South Florida

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.
presenting a giant charity check to Goodwill

October 2024

Publix Charities supports Goodwill Industries-Suncoast

Publix Charities donated $17,500 to support their mission of transforming lives through employment services, training programs, and affordable housing.

Supporting Education

Read the latest stories on our efforts to support education.

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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.