In the US, we’re hearing more each day about the growing problem of “food deserts” – rural and urban communities where residents might not have access to a grocery store, emergency food assistance or food of good nutritional balance.

Through our partnership with Feeding America, the nation’s leading hunger relief organization, and a $4.5 million, three year commitment to the Kraft Foods Mobile Pantry program we’re bringing more food – and a good mix of nutrition – to those who need it most. 

The fleet of 25 refrigerated trucks, “farmers’ markets on wheels,” bring dairy products, fresh produce, like lettuce, apples and green beans, along with other meal staples, including Kraft macaroni and cheese and Oscar Mayer meats, to our neighbors in need.

In three year’s time, the fleet will deliver 50 million pounds of food.

Coming together to fight hunger 
It’s truly been a group effort.  Our retail and foodservice customers have joined us to get the new fleet up and running, donating food and time.

“Efforts like this go way beyond ‘team building’ and ‘community affairs.’ They touch the hearts in communities which need help most in these difficult times,” says Dean General, VP Sales - Kraft Foods North America.  It’s a great fit for many of our customers who are already working closely with food banks across the country to fight hunger daily.”