Statement attributable to Vicki Escarra, President and CEO of Feeding America:
"Walmart's generous, active involvement with Feeding America is helping to provide a brighter future for millions of food insecure individuals and families served by our network of food banks and their agencies. Their fiscal year 2011 support totaled 197 million meals, equivalent to 256 million pounds of healthy, nutritious food and grocery product, being donated to local Feeding America food banks. They have also donated $20 million for our domestic hunger relief programs.
"These contributions are vital elements for families coast to coast who are living with hunger or on the brink of it. We applaud Walmart's ongoing commitment to hungry Americans and thank them for their amazing support."
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Rooted in the voices of neighbors facing hunger, Feeding America unites the country ensuring everyone has access to food and a thriving future. We support tens of millions of people as part of a nationwide network of 250+ food banks, 20+ statewide food bank associations, 10+ regional co-ops and 60,000+ agency partners, food pantries and meal programs. Powered by leaders and volunteers embedded in local communities, we are one of the nation’s most effective food distribution systems driving immediate impact today—and a catalyst for long-term change through advocating for legislation that improves food security and work to address its factors. We partner with people experiencing food insecurity, policymakers, organizations and supporters united with the unwavering commitment to provide nourishing food and work to end hunger at its roots so everyone can live fuller, healthier lives. Visit FeedingAmerica.org to learn more.