Cub Foods Announces More Than $200,000 in Donations to Support Minnesota Communities this Holiday Season

Donations will help local nonprofit organizations and food banks provide meals and essential support for families in need

STILLWATER, Minn. – Since the first store opened in 1968, Cub’s year-round commitment to community and families in the Upper Midwest has gone beyond the grocery aisles. As part of the company’s commitment to serving the community and being a good neighbor, Cub will contribute more than $200,000 this holiday season in monetary and in-kind support, including food, to more than 50 local food banks and non-profit organizations. 

“At Cub, we believe in doing more than just providing great food at a great value – we believe in strengthening the communities we call home,” said David Best, President and Chief Executive Officer of Retail, UNFI. “Supporting our friends and neighbors in need, especially during the holiday season, is a part of who we are. For nearly 60 years, Cub has been proud to serve Minnesotans and give back to our communities.”

During November and December, Cub will donate approximately 1.5 million pounds of food to Minnesota families in need through its Food Rescue program. In partnership with Minnesota-area organizations, this program will support more than 50 community food banks and pantries that are providing meals for Minnesota families this holiday season.

Combined with the generosity of its customers and team members, Cub will also provide support to a number of organizations this fall and winter, including:

• Second Harvest Heartland Food Bank – On November 5, Cub donated $50,000 and in-kind donations of more than 47,000 pounds of food to support Minnesota families who have been affected by SNAP benefits cuts.  All November, Cub customers can support Second Harvest Heartland and its local affiliate food banks through $5 and $10 donation bags at checkout.
• The Salvation Army – From November 15 through December 24, Red Kettles will be placed at all Cub locations – gathering donations for those facing food insecurity. Cub will match donations up to $25,000.
• Holiday Bucks – Throughout November and December, customers can also donate Holiday Bucks at checkout in $1, $3, $5 or round up amounts. These funds are used to purchase holiday meals, turkeys and hams for local families in need.
• Community Thread – This fall, Cub is donating $10,000 in Cub gift cards to Community Thread, a nonprofit organization supporting disadvantaged Minnesota families. The donation will help fund Community Thread’s Holiday Hope program, which offers holiday meals and assistance to those experiencing financial hardship in central Washington County.
• Turkey Donations and Turkey Drives – This holiday season, Cub will also contribute more than 4,000 turkeys and/or holiday meals to under-resourced families through the company’s charitable partners, including Second Harvest Heartland Food Bank, Bolder Options, Tubman, The Camden Promise, Reflections, M Health Fairview Health Hub, Ronald McDonald House, HopeKids and more local food banks.
• Folds of Honor – In partnership with Anheuser-Busch, Cub Wine & Spirits/Cub Liquor shoppers can make donations at checkout in $1, $3, $5 or round up amounts to support Folds of Honor. Cub will match donations up to $10,000.

“We are grateful for the generosity of our customers and team members who continue to support our non-profit partners and positively impact our communities,” said Best. “We look forward to continuing our commitment to building stronger communities year-round.”

About Cub 

Cub, based in Stillwater, Minn., has proudly served Minnesota communities for 55 years. The Cub chain includes more than 75 grocery stores and pharmacies in Minnesota and Illinois that offer customers a wide selection and food expertise to meet their everyday grocery needs. 

Cub also offers a well-crafted selection of wines, champagne, rose, craft beer, cider, mixers through its 30 Cub Wine & Spirits and Cub Liquor stores. As the hometown grocer, Cub has made it a priority to be a good corporate citizen by helping to create healthy and thriving communities that enhance the quality of life for its customers, team members and neighbors. For company news and information, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and on Instagram, or visit our website at www.cub.com.