Foster Farms has announced a $100,000 donation to the Redwood Empire Food Bank (REFB) to support families affected by recent wildfires in Northern California. The REFB, located in Santa Rosa, serves communities that have experienced significant damage from the fires, including widespread home destruction and large-scale evacuations.
In addition to the monetary contribution, Foster Farms has pledged to deliver 10,000 pounds of poultry products to REFB when the food bank is able to accept and distribute perishable donations again.
“Foster Farms has served the communities of Northern California for decades, and we are committed to helping our neighbors whose lives have been devastated by the raging wildfires,” said Laura Flanagan, CEO of Foster Farms. “Helping those in need is a year-round priority for Foster Farms, and we hope that our donations will give a ray of hope to those who have lost so much. We encourage other Northern California businesses and individuals to support REFB in its efforts to help those displaced by the fires.”
David Goodman, CEO of REFB, expressed appreciation for the donation. “We are so grateful for the support and generosity of Foster Farms,” Goodman said. “Their donation of $100,000 not only helps with immediate needs of fire victims but also longer-term efforts that continue as part of the disaster recovery and rebuilding. Protein donations are extremely valuable and critical to our ability to provide for the families who rely on our services.”
Each November, Foster Farms donates whole turkeys to food banks across California, Oregon, and Washington as part of their annual holiday program. This year’s commitment includes delivering 1,000 turkeys—enough for 20,000 meals—to REFB.
