The Kroger Charitable Giving Program, managed through The Kroger Co. Foundation and The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation, provides quarterly funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations aligned with its mission to end hunger and eliminate waste in the communities it serves. Through a combination of cash grants, gift cards, in-kind product donations, and sponsorships, Kroger aims to support innovative and impactful projects that improve food access, sustainability, and community resilience.
This charitable funding initiative prioritizes programs focused on hunger relief, sustainability, disaster relief, health and nutrition, diversity and inclusion, and education and youth development. The majority of donations are directed toward organizations contributing to Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste plan, which seeks to reduce food insecurity and minimize food waste at a national scale. Funding may be awarded as foundation grants or company-sponsored contributions, including customer-directed donations through the Kroger Community Rewards program.
Organizations eligible to apply must be tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofits in good standing, verified through the Guidestar Charity Check system. While schools, churches, animal shelters, and other community-based nonprofits are encouraged to apply, individuals, political campaigns, and religious organizations serving only their own members are ineligible. Kroger maintains a firm non-discrimination policy, and applicants must adhere to principles of inclusivity and equity.
Applications must be submitted online via Kroger’s communitygifts.com portal and should clearly indicate the type of support requested—cash donation, sponsorship, gift card, or product. Requests may be submitted at any time during the year, but must be received at least four weeks prior to the event or project start date to ensure timely review. Foundation grants are reviewed and processed on a quarterly schedule, with deadlines for 2025 set for April 4, June 27, September 19, and December 5. All applicants should allow up to four weeks after the deadline for notification.
Although funding is not guaranteed, Kroger evaluates each request based on alignment with its mission areas and the potential impact on local communities. Review timelines may vary depending on submission volume, and some awards may be fulfilled at lower levels than requested. Kroger’s giving strategy encourages catalytic support to help nonprofits advance their missions, foster innovation, and scale community benefit. For further information or to begin an application, applicants should visit the designated submission portal at communitygifts.com or consult the current charitable giving guidelines.
Ensure 501(c)(3) status is verified through Guidestar; align with Zero Hunger | Zero Waste mission
