ROSEMONT, IL - Becoming a fixture in your community is one way to build connectivity to your name, and US Foods is no stranger to philanthropic initiatives. With communities across the country facing unprecedented challenges, US Foods hopes to use food to empower communities.

According to a press release, the Helping Communities Make It program enables US Foods to help meet the growing needs of people across its communities.

Its efforts are focused on areas where it can make the greatest impact: Hunger Relief, Culinary Education, and Disaster Relief.

“We believe we can empower the next generation of culinary talent,” the company noted in a press release. “Our US Foods Scholars program awards financial support and professional development opportunities to outstanding students who need additional resources to pursue careers in the foodservice industry.”

To see more about what the company had to say regarding its additional efforts in hunger relief and disaster relief, click here.

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