Campbell's Foundation Grants $1 Million to 50 Nonprofits

Investment will fund food access, healthy living, and neighborhood-strengthening programs across 32 communities.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 3:19pm

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A high-end, photorealistic studio still-life featuring a stack of Campbell's soup cans, a fresh vegetable, and a wooden spoon arranged elegantly on a clean, white background, conceptually representing the company's commitment to nourishing communities.Campbell's Foundation grants support local nonprofits working to improve food access and community health.Hanover Today

The Campbell's Company and The Campbell's Foundation announced $1 million in Community Impact Grants, the largest single-year investment in the program's history. The grants will be awarded to 50 nonprofit organizations working to improve lives in communities where Campbell's operates, supporting initiatives focused on increasing food access, encouraging healthy living, and strengthening neighborhoods.

Why it matters

The Campbell's Foundation's Community Impact Grants reflect the company's commitment to supporting the communities where its employees live and work. By investing in a diverse array of local nonprofits, the grants aim to create lasting positive change across Campbell's operational footprint.

The details

This year's $1 million in grants will support organizations in 32 communities where Campbell's has operations, with each recipient receiving $20,000 to fund their programs and operations. The grants include support for food pantries, nutrition education, community gardens, and physical activity initiatives. Campbell's employees play a central role in the grant program, nominating local nonprofits and participating in the review process.

  • The Campbell's Foundation announced the $1 million in grants on April 14, 2026.
  • The grants will support programs and operations for the selected 50 nonprofit organizations throughout the 2026 fiscal year.

The players

The Campbell's Company

A North American focused brand powerhouse that has been connecting people through food for over 155 years, generating $10.3 billion in net sales in fiscal 2025.

The Campbell's Foundation

The philanthropic arm of The Campbell's Company, investing in North American communities since 1953 through direct grants, employee matching gifts, and strategic partnerships.

Kate Barrett

President of The Campbell's Foundation.

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What they’re saying

“Providing Community Impact Grants reflects the commitment our team members have to the communities where they live and work. These grants reach the full footprint of our operations, fueling lasting change in the neighborhoods we call home.”

— Kate Barrett, President of The Campbell's Foundation

What’s next

The Campbell's Foundation will continue to monitor the progress and impact of the 50 nonprofit organizations receiving the 2026 Community Impact Grants throughout the year.

The takeaway

The Campbell's Foundation's substantial investment in local communities demonstrates the company's dedication to supporting the neighborhoods where its employees live and work. By funding a diverse array of nonprofits focused on food access, healthy living, and community strengthening, the grants aim to create meaningful, long-lasting change.