Grocery Outlet Announces Fifteenth Annual Independence from Hunger® Campaign

Core Points - Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. has launched its 15th annual Independence from Hunger® (IFH) Food Drive to address food insecurity from June 25 to July 31, 2025 [1][2] - The campaign has collected over $25 million in cash and food donations since its inception in 2011, benefiting local food agencies [1][3] - According to the USDA, 13.5% of U.S. households, or 18 million, face food insecurity, with summer months exacerbating the issue for 22 million children [2] Company Overview - Grocery Outlet is a high-growth, extreme value retailer based in Emeryville, California, operating over 540 stores across multiple states [3] - The company focuses on providing quality, name-brand consumables and fresh products through a network of independently operated stores [3] Campaign Participation - Customers can participate by donating $5 or more to receive a coupon for $5 off a future purchase, purchasing pre-made bags of groceries for donation, or making monetary donations in-store or online [4]