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.
September 2024
Publix Charities supports YMCA of Georgia’s Piedmont
Publix Charities contributed $25,000 toward the building of their new YMCA in Walton County.
September 2024
Feeding our neighbors in need
We’re donating $11 million to local food banks and other nonprofits in our communities.
August 2024
Publix Charities supports the Adventure Science Center in Nashville, Tennessee
Publix Charities donated $10,000 to support their Science Quest STEM camps.
August 2024
Publix Charities supports the Boys & Girls Club of North Alabama
Publix Charities donated $10,000 to support daily afters-chool and summer programs for children and teens.
June 2024
Publix Charities supports Girls Inc. of Sarasota
Publix Charities donated $15,000 to Girls Inc. of Sarasota, a nonprofit that provides programs for girls' empowerment and development.
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.
Alleviating Hunger
Read the latest stories on our efforts to reduce hunger.
September 2024
Feeding our neighbors in need
We’re donating $11 million to local food banks and other nonprofits in our communities.
February 2024
Publix Charities supports LifeNet4Families
LifeNet4Families’ donations of food help people who are experiencing difficult circumstances.
January 2024
Publix Charities donates $140,000 to Farm Share.
Publix Charities donates $140,000 to Farm Share, Florida’s homegrown food bank.
September 2023
Helping neighbors in need
We’re donating $10 million to local food banks and other nonprofits in our communities.
November 2022
Hope for the hungry
We’re donating 22 mobile food pantries to Feeding America® member food banks to help feed the hungry.
September 2022
Over $5.6 million to food banks
We’re donating over $5.6 million to Feeding America® member food banks in our communities.
Reducing Housing Insecurity & Homelessness
Read the latest stories on our efforts to reduce housing insecurity and homelessness.
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.
December 2023
$10 million for housing programs.
Our donation will support organizations that work to alleviate homelessness and housing insecurity in our communities.
December 2022
$5 million to housing programs
Publix Charities is donating $5 million to alleviate homelessness and housing insecurity in our communities.
December 2021
Always building hope
Publix Charities is donating $3 million to Habitat for Humanity affiliates and other nonprofits in our communities.
December 2020
Publix Charities donates $2.5 million to Habitat for Humanity affiliates & more
Publix Charities is donating $2.5 million to Habitat for Humanity affiliates and other nonprofits.
Encouraging Youth
Read the latest stories on our efforts to encourage youth.
September 2024
Publix Charities supports YMCA of Georgia’s Piedmont
Publix Charities contributed $25,000 toward the building of their new YMCA in Walton County.
August 2024
Publix Charities supports the Adventure Science Center in Nashville, Tennessee
Publix Charities donated $10,000 to support their Science Quest STEM camps.
August 2024
Publix Charities supports the Boys & Girls Club of North Alabama
Publix Charities donated $10,000 to support daily afters-chool and summer programs for children and teens.
June 2024
Publix Charities supports Girls Inc. of Sarasota
Publix Charities donated $15,000 to Girls Inc. of Sarasota, a nonprofit that provides programs for girls' empowerment and development.
May 2024
Big Brothers Big Sisters plays matchmaker to help ignite the promise in our youth
Publix Charities supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry in South Carolina.
April 2024
First Coast YMCA serves its communities with help from Publix Charities
Publix Super Markets Charities has been a proud donor to the YMCA’s events and programs throughout the years.
Improving Communities
These are just a few examples of how the causes we support help to build healthier communities.
May 2024
Senior Connections ensures seniors have the basics
Publix Charities’ donation is being used to enhance meal delivery, transportation services, caregiver support initiatives, and wellness programming.
May 2024
The YMCA of Greater Birmingham is helping to revitalize a community
Publix Charities' support of the Roebuck community project allows the YMCA of Greater Birmingham to serve the community through transformational programs.
April 2024
Publix Charities supports the historic Polk Theatre
This donation will fund much-needed improvements to the historic building, including a restoration of the marquee and upgrades to the sound system, spotlight, and fire doors.
February 2024
Publix Charities supports Lighthouse Ministries
Publix Charities is proud to support Lighthouse Ministries in their efforts to provide housing and shelter to those in need.
January 2024
Publix Charities supports Junior League of Greater Lakeland
We are proud to support Junior League of Greater Lakeland.
January 2024
Publix Charities supports Faith In Action
This donation will help to fund the addition of a multipurpose building on their property.
Supporting Education
Read the latest stories on our efforts to support education.
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.