Kroger helps fight food insecurity at Simmons College of Kentucky with $30,000 gift

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Simmons College of Kentucky is receiving a boost in the fight against food insecurity thanks to a donation from Kroger.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Wednesday after Kroger donated $30,000 to upgrade and restock the school's food pantry. The goal is to ensure students have consistent access to nutritious food throughout the upcoming academic year.

The effort is part of a broader initiative led by Kroger's Zero Hunger Zero Waste Foundation and Dare to Care, aimed at combating food insecurity at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

"Kroger has been doing this since 2019 and has been a great partner to meet the needs of our students, many of whom come from challenging backgrounds," said Dr. Kevin W. Cosby, president of Simmons College. "This is one thing that can be eliminated so that all of our students’ energies can focus on achievement."

According to the school's website, the pantry is expected to fully reopen for order requests next month.

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