How Walmart and Louisiana Blue Support the Fight Against Hunger
How They Support Our Mission
Walmart and Louisiana Blue (BCBSLA) have both been long-standing partners in helping the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank feed those in need across our 11-parish service area. Walmart supports our mission through generous grants and food rescue efforts from local store locations. Their contributions help ensure that nutritious food is made available to families who need it most.
Louisiana Blue supports our work through corporate donations, employee volunteerism, and sponsorship of hunger-relief initiatives. Their investment allows us to expand access to healthy food, while their team members frequently volunteer at our warehouse to help sort and pack food for distribution.
How Their Contributions Are Fighting Hunger
Walmart’s “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign directly benefits the Food Bank by raising funds through customer donations and corporate matching. In addition, Walmart’s food rescue program enables us to recover nutritious food from local stores that would otherwise go to waste, helping to fight hunger sustainably. Walmart has supported the Food Bank through extensive grant funding, enabling our partner agencies to pick up retail donations timely and further preserve food items, so they reach our neighbors while still fresh.
Louisiana Blue holds a give-back event on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a National Day of Service. They host a campaign encouraging individuals to donate money, food, or time during the month leading up to MLK Day. The campaign aims to increase awareness of food insecurity and encourage people to get involved in making a difference. During the National Day of Service, Louisiana Blue brings hundreds of individuals to our warehouse to volunteer and pack meals for families in need.
Who Are Walmart and Louisiana Blue?
Walmart is the world’s largest retailer. Through its vast network of stores and philanthropic efforts, Walmart works to create opportunities, reduce food waste, and support community development across the globe.
Louisiana Blue is a leading health insurance provider committed to improving the health and lives of Louisianians. Through its corporate social responsibility programs, Louisiana Blue focuses on health, education, and hunger relief.
How Your Company Can Get Involved
Your organization can make a difference, too. Whether through financial contributions, product donations, or employee volunteer programs, partnering with the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank is a meaningful way to give back. Contact our Development Team at development@brfoodbank.org to learn how your company can help us in the fight against hunger.
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