Kroger and PepsiCo Unite to Promote Food Security During National Family Meals Month

Kroger and PepsiCo Team Up for National Family Meals Month

In a remarkable display of corporate responsibility, The Kroger Co. and PepsiCo Inc. have partnered to address pressing food security issues while celebrating National Family Meals Month. Their collaboration recently culminated in a prestigious recognition at the FMI (Food Marketing Institute) Foundation's Stir it Up! culinary event during the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference. The Kroger and PepsiCo team triumphed with a Gold Mitt Award for Chef's Choice, underscoring their commitment to combining delicious food options with a vital social mission.

As part of the ten-year celebration of National Family Meals Month, food retailers and suppliers embraced the initiative's theme, “What’s for Dinner? Dishing up New Family Flavors.” This theme emphasizes not only the importance of family meals but also the need to make nutritious and affordable food accessible to all communities. Kroger's group vice president of corporate affairs, Keith Dailey, expressed the significance of the FMI as a key coordinator within the food industry, uniting various stakeholders to address crucial topics such as food affordability, safety, and accessibility for American shoppers.

The initiative, launched by the FMI Foundation, serves a dual purpose: to raise funds for vital food safety and nutrition education and to bring together the food industry under one umbrella in pursuit of shared goals. Since its inception in 2016, the Stir it Up! competition has successfully mobilized resources and support, yielding millions to help enhance public knowledge and safety in food consumption.

Kent Montgomery, Senior Vice President of Industry Relations at PepsiCo North America, articulated the company's commitment to community welfare. By partnering with the FMI Foundation and Kroger, PepsiCo aims to improve local access to nutritious foods and provide accessible recipes that families can enjoy together during this special month. Their motivation speaks volumes about the importance of collaborative efforts in solving local problems and ensuring that all families have the resources they need to enjoy healthy meals.

This year’s culinary offerings feature a tantalizing menu inspired by Asian flavors designed to excite taste buds. Among the highlights are the Flamin' Hot® Sushi Platter, Fresh Dumplings, and a selection of snacks such as Doritos® Nacho Cheese Flavored Tortilla Chips and Cheetos® Flamin' Hot® Cheese Flavored Snacks. Customers will also find nutritious options like Private Selection® Chinese Five Spice and Kroger Brand® Vegetable or Chicken Fried Rice. This diverse range not only showcases international flavors but also emphasizes the joy of sharing meals created at home with loved ones.

For customers wanting to discover these exciting new offerings, shopping at Kroger is made convenient with the Kroger Pickup and Delivery service, ensuring that families can access fresh ingredients at competitive prices without sacrificing quality or convenience. Additionally, Kroger’s membership program, Boost by Kroger Plus, offers significant savings on various shopping categories, thus further enhancing accessibility for families looking to stretch their grocery budgets.

Kroger maintains that the mission of serving communities is core to its identity—a mission reflected in its sustaining goals for food inspiration and creating communities free from hunger. This commitment aligns with PepsiCo’s vision of global leadership through sustainability and social responsibility, framed within their pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) strategy, dedicated to creating a positive impact on both the planet and its inhabitants.

As Kroger and PepsiCo join forces, they not only strive for culinary excellence but also work tirelessly towards a future where every family has the means to enjoy meals together, fostering connection and well-being through the universally loved experience of sharing food. Together, they are making strides towards eliminating food insecurity, providing families with the resources they need to foster connections, create memories, and enjoy the richness of family meals.