Better Food. Better Communities. Better Future.

Celebrating a legacy of better food by supporting nonprofits that strengthen local food systems.



50 Grants in 50 States

This year, UNFI turns 50 — and the UNFI Foundation is marking the milestone by investing in the future. Through the UNFI Foundation’s 50 for 50 initiative, the UNFI Foundation will award 50 grants across all 50 U.S. states in 2026. Over the course of the year, the Foundation plans to distribute a total of $2 million to programs that help strengthen local food systems across North America.

We invite our customers, suppliers, associates and partners to join us in the 50 for 50 campaign by nominating a nonprofit today.

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UNFI Foundation 50 for Fifty logo

50 for 50 Grantees

In January 2026, we launched our 50 for 50 campaign to award grants across all 50 states and Canada. As organizations are funded, the map below will be filled to show our progress throughout the year.

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A U.S. map highlighting selected states in blue to show locations associated with the UNFI Foundation’s ‘50 for Fifty’ initiative. Blue states include Washington, Oregon, California, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, Tennessee, North Carolina, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.