SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Organic Valley, Dr.
Bronner's and GrassRoots Alliance are working collectively through
Grassroots Aid Partnership to deliver food and aid to those
affected and displaced by the Camp Fire in Northern California. This Thanksgiving season,
there is an overwhelming need for community support in Northern California. The group is partnering
with the North State Food Bank (NSFB) in Oroville, CA, to assist in the distribution of
aid from Grassroots Aid Partnership sponsors Organic Valley and Dr.
Bronner's to thousands of families affected by the devastation.
North State Food Bank has a proven track record of efficient
food distribution in Northern
California. In 2017 alone, NSFB distributed over 800,000
pounds of food to 52 partner agencies and food pantries locally and
distributed over 40,000 emergency food boxes in five counties
(Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Plumas
and Sierra) covering a
12,000-square-mile radius. Organic Valley is committed to working
collectively with relief organizations and local community partners
through Grassroots Aid Partnership, to help those impacted by
natural disasters like the Northern California Camp Fire.
"Organic Valley has been on the front line in responding with
in-kind products, equipment, volunteers and financial support
through many disasters over the years," says George Siemon, CEO and a founding farmer of
Organic Valley. "It has been rewarding to me personally, along with
staff and many of our farmers, to serve in these times of disaster.
We are humbled to offer support to the many victims and volunteers
that are dealing with the vast devastation in California."
"Dr. Bronner's is answering the call to action, by providing
soap and basic toiletries to those who have lost their homes and
been displaced by the Camp Fire," said David Bronner, Cosmic Engagement Officer (CEO)
of Dr. Bronner's. "We stand in solidarity with our fellow
Californians, as we join our community to support and take care of
one another during this crisis. As natural disasters of all kinds
become more frequent with advancing climate change, we will
continue to support Grassroots Aid Partnership for on the ground
relief efforts, and work towards nurturing more responsible,
regenerative organic farming models that at global scale can
sequester atmospheric carbon in soil and mitigate the worst effects
of climate change, along with decarbonizing our economy."
Organic Valley is collaborating with Dr. Bronner's and other
conscious companies to help when disaster strikes. Brands and
companies interested in joining forces through Grassroots Aid
Partnership should contact Help@grassrootsaidpartnership.org. All
donations are tax deductible. Relief efforts will be ongoing
throughout the 2018 holiday season. For individuals and
organizations interested in donating in support of current Camp
Fire relief efforts, visit
www.grassrootsaidpartnership.org.
Organic Valley: Independent and Farmer-Owned
Organic
Valley is America's largest cooperative of organic farmers and one
of the nation's leading organic brands. Organized in 1988, it
represents more than 2,000 farmers in 36 states. Focused on its
founding mission of saving family farms through organic farming,
Organic Valley produces a variety of organic foods, including
organic dairy, eggs and produce which are sold in supermarkets,
natural foods stores and food cooperatives nationwide. With its
regional model, milk is produced, bottled and distributed to ensure
fewer miles from farm to table and to support our local economies.
For further information visit www.organicvalley.coop. Organic
Valley is also on Twitter @OrganicValley and Facebook
www.facebook.com/OrganicValley.
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