CHICAGO, Jan. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Conagra Brands announced today the five nonprofit organizations receiving grants, totaling $25,000, following the company's Sustainable Development Awards, which were held earlier this year. Each winning company facility directed a $5,000 grant from Conagra Brands to a nonprofit organization to be used in their communities for projects with a focus on sustainability.
Conagra Brands' annual Sustainable Development Awards is an employee-led program that encourages the development and implementation of innovative ideas related to sustainable production and business practices. This year, employees from across the organization submitted more than 200 sustainability-focused projects that conserve water, reduce waste and save energy, underscoring Conagra's commitment to nourishing and restoring the planet. Winning teams are honored at an internal celebration and select a local organization to receive a grant supporting sustainability-focused projects.
"For more than a decade, Conagra'sSustainable Development Awards program has recognized our teams committed to making great food responsibly," said Katya Hantel, senior director of sustainability at Conagra Brands. "These grants will help our employees give back to their local communities and revitalize the planet."
From preserving trails and parks to supporting the health of local wildlife, forests and water sources, this year's grant recipients are dedicated to protecting local ecosystems. Below is a complete list of the recipients and the projects that the grants will support:
About Conagra BrandsConagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), headquartered in Chicago, is one of North America's leading branded food companies. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Conagra Brands combines a rich heritage of making great food with a sharpened focus on innovation. The company's portfolio is evolving to satisfy people's changing food preferences. Conagra's iconic brands, such as Birds Eye®, Duncan Hines®, Healthy Choice®, Marie Callender's®, Reddi-wip®, and Slim Jim®, as well as emerging brands, including Angie's® BOOMCHICKAPOP®, Duke's®, Earth Balance®, Gardein®, and Frontera®, offer choices for every occasion. For more information, visit www.ConagraBrands.com.
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