The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation

The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation is a Cincinnati-based accelerator dedicated to addressing issues of hunger and waste in communities across the United States. The foundation supports initiatives aimed at creating sustainable solutions that eliminate food insecurity and reduce waste. It provides mentorship and grant funding to startups focused on these critical areas, fostering innovation and collaboration to drive meaningful change. Through its efforts, the foundation aims to build healthier communities and promote environmental responsibility.

Sunny Reelhorn Parr

Executive Director

4 past transactions

Atlanta Community Food Bank

Grant in 2022
Atlanta Community Food Bank serves food pantries, community kitchens, childcare centers, night shelters, and senior centers. The donors are manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, brokers, restaurants, food drives, farmers, and individuals.

Agua Bonita

Grant in 2021
Agua Bonita is a cold-pressed juice company that specializes in creating beverages from surplus and imperfect produce. By focusing on rescued ingredients, the company aims to provide refreshing alternatives that are both sustainable and delicious. Agua Bonita's products are made using authentic recipes, featuring only real fruits and vegetables, with no added sugar or artificial ingredients. This approach not only minimizes food waste but also promotes healthier beverage choices for consumers.

Grain4Grain

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Grain4Grain is a San Antonio-based food-tech startup focused on producing low-carb, high-protein flour from brewers spent grain, a significant byproduct of the brewing industry. The company has developed a patent-pending process that efficiently dries and mills this spent grain in under 20 minutes, a significant reduction from the conventional six-hour method. By upcycling this resource, Grain4Grain not only creates a nutritious ingredient but also promotes sustainability within the food supply chain. Since its launch 10 months ago, the company has upcycled 120,000 pounds of spent grain and introduced two consumer packaged goods in nearly 200 HEB stores. Additionally, Grain4Grain is actively pursuing contracts with various product makers, bakeries, and even a dog food manufacturer to expand its market reach and product offerings.
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