CARLISLE, PA. — The GIANT Co. has released its second annual Community Impact Report, which outlines its social responsibility efforts from 2022.

The report’s focus is on “connecting families for a better future."

“For nearly 100 years, The GIANT Company has been dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our team members, our customers and our communities,” said John Ruane, interim president. “Our impact report illustrates how our purpose of connecting families for a better future has come to life over the last year and is proof of the incredible impact we can have when we work together to create a better tomorrow for all.”

Four highlights from The GIANT Company Community Impact report

1. The GIANT Co. invested nearly $19 million in more than 300 community organizations working toward eliminating hunger, changing children’s lives, healing the planet and fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging.
2. The company’s employees logged around 50,000 community volunteer hours — almost 15,000 more than the original goal.
3. The company’s dietitians served more than 55,000 customers through virtual wellness classes, sharing healthy, affordable meal options.
4. The company partnered with more than 130 local vendors and 170 certified diverse-owned suppliers to provide communities with fresh, local and culturally appropriate products while building local economies.

Source: The GIANT Co.

“As a neighborhood grocery store, we have the unique opportunity to touch lives frequently, and we recognize the responsibility we have in helping families – no matter their circumstances – gather around the table to connect and enjoy a meal,” said Jessica Groves, community impact manager. “The stories shared in our impact report highlight the passion of our team members and community partners to support all families and help to facilitate opportunities to create healthier people and a healthier planet one purposeful act at a time.”