{"id":977230,"date":"2026-06-30T10:25:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T14:25:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/coca-cola-consolidated-helps-tackle-food-insecurity-provides-250000-meals-across-14-states-and-washington-d-c\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T10:25:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T14:25:17","slug":"coca-cola-consolidated-helps-tackle-food-insecurity-provides-250000-meals-across-14-states-and-washington-d-c","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/coca-cola-consolidated-helps-tackle-food-insecurity-provides-250000-meals-across-14-states-and-washington-d-c\/","title":{"rendered":"Coca-Cola Consolidated Helps Tackle Food Insecurity: Provides 250,000 Meals Across 14 States and Washington, D.C."},"content":{"rendered":"
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Coca-Cola Consolidated today announced it reached its goal of providing 250,000 meals to local communities across its territory in honor of America’s 250th<\/sup> anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence this July 4th.<\/p>\n

As the nation\u2019s largest Coca-Cola bottler serving 14 states and Washington, D.C., the company focused on its continuing commitment to serve others through consistent action and meaningful community partnerships. Together with nonprofits, local partners, America250, and The Coca-Cola Company, Coca-Cola Consolidated teammates not only met but exceeded their goal, packing nearly 300,000 meals to support families in need since the start of this calendar year.<\/p>\n

\u201cGiving back to the communities where we do business is a fundamental part of who we are at Coca-Cola Consolidated, and we believe there\u2019s no better way to recognize the America 250 milestone than by serving those struggling with food insecurity,\u201d said Brent Tollison, Chief People\u00a0and Public Affairs Officer for Coca-Cola Consolidated. \u201cAs a local bottler, we\u2019re deeply rooted in our communities and by working alongside our partners, we can help provide nourishing meals to families struggling to put food on the table.\u201d<\/p>\n

More than 48 million people experience food insecurity in the United States, and this initiative is a reminder of the power of partnership. By working alongside customers, nonprofits such as Second Harvest and Capital Area Food Bank, and local organizations, Coca-Cola Consolidated helps support the unique needs of each community it serves. Across the company\u2019s territory, teammates poured into their communities and celebrated by:<\/p>\n