Sustainability

Sustainability at Giant

Doing what’s right for our people and our communities

At Giant, we’ve always believed that being a good neighbor means taking care of more than just what’s in our stores.

It means reducing waste, supporting our communities, and helping make it easier for our customers to shop in ways that feel good — for their families and for the world around them.

Here’s how every store, every day, contributes to building a more sustainable food system.

Giving food to people who need it

We donate unsold, wholesome food to local organizations across the communities we serve — helping turn our surplus into meals for our neighbors.

 

Helping customers save money

You’ll often find discounted items in-store that are close to sell-by date, but still perfectly good to enjoy. It’s a simple way to allow you to save money while reducing our waste.

 

Giving food a second life

Through our partnership with Divert, unsold food is:

• Converted into renewable energy
• Repurposed into nutrient-rich soil amendments

 

This creates a circular system that reduces landfill waste and lowers emissions.

Fighting hunger locally

From food donations to long-standing partnerships with local nonprofits, we’re working to make sure more families have access to the food they need.

We partner with Feeding America to ensure unused food is donated to a food bank that is local to the store. In honor of the anniversary of our 90th year in business, Giant donated $990,000 to food banks serving the D.C., Maryland, Delaware and Virgina area.

 

Creating spaces for wellness

Through our Healthy Living efforts, we’re bringing nutrition education, wellness programming and community support into our stores and neighborhoods.

Our Healthy Living initiatives bring:

• Nutrition education: Healthy Living Podcast
• Wellness programming: Cook-alongs
• Community support spaces: Healthy Living Center in Ward 8

Ethical sourcing

We collaborate with suppliers and organizations to keep improving how food is grown, raised, and brought to our shelves. We maintain a robust animal welfare policy and uphold high standards of human rights. Read more about our standards of engagement here.

 

Seafood you can trust

Giant is committed to doing our part to help ensure that seafood species are protected today and for generations to come. For us, it’s simply the responsible choice. Read about our sustainability standards here.

Every time you shop at Giant, you’re helping support:

• Less food waste
• Stronger local communities
• A more thoughtful way to feed our region

 

Looking to do a little more? Here are a few easy ways to make an impact:

• Give discounted items a second look
• Bring your reusable bags - purchase one here

 

Support local food donation efforts when you can