The Foundation Announces $1.2M in Grant Funding Over the Next Two Years
with $500,000 Donation to The River
Food Pantry
MADISON,
Wis., May 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The
Sub-Zero Group Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sub-Zero, Wolf,
and Cove appliance manufacturer, is proud to announce its new
mission as well as its latest investments in the Madison, WI area. Over the next two years, the
Foundation will commit $1.2M to
select nonprofit partners that align with its new mission to foster
innovation in the food ecosystem through increasing access to
quality foods and invest in organizations that contribute to
lifelong health.
Since its inception in 1997, the Sub-Zero Group Foundation has
embodied the core family-driven values of its parent company,
Sub-Zero Group, Inc., and has invested more than $4M in local community organizations. It
continues that sentiment today with its new mission and funding
focus areas including food security, community centers and juvenile
diabetes. "We are proud of the legacy our foundation has
established, and we look forward to deepening and broadening the
Foundation's impact in the future," said Jim Bakke, President and CEO of Sub-Zero Group.
"Additionally, we are excited to introduce Maggie Pascaly, Executive Director of the
Sub-Zero Group Foundation, to guide this growth."
Maggie Pascaly, a Madison native, brings over a decade of
philanthropic experience to Sub-Zero Group. "Being part of an
organization that actively translates its family-centric values
into impactful community initiatives is truly inspiring," remarked
Pascaly. "We are steadfast in our commitment to nurturing a
healthier, brighter future for all, including our support of the
remarkable work that is being carried out by our new partner, The
River Food Pantry."
At the heart of Sub-Zero Group Foundation's latest initiatives
lies a new partnership with The River Food Pantry, the busiest food
pantry in South Central Wisconsin. Serving over 2,500 individuals
weekly, The River Food Pantry provides essential services,
including free groceries, freshly prepared meals, and emergency
food assistance. To minimize waste and reach more people in need,
the pantry also redistributes rescued food and resources to local
partners.
The Sub-Zero Group Foundation's $500,000 investment will fuel The River Food
Pantry's significant expansion, nearly tripling its space from
11,000 to 32,500 square feet. This growth will enable enhanced
service for more families across Madison and Dane
County.
"At The River, we believe that food is a fundamental right, not
a privilege," said Rhonda Adams,
Executive Director of The River Food Pantry. "We are forever
grateful for the support of the Sub-Zero Group Foundation. Their
generous donation towards our new facility will allow us to nourish
even more of our Dane County
neighbors in need — a mission we both care deeply about. Together,
we will make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and
families, ensuring that everyone has access to nutritious food and
opportunities for a healthier future."
To learn more about The River Food Pantry's services, volunteer
opportunities, and ways to contribute, please visit
www.riverfoodpantry.org. For more information about the Sub-Zero
Group Foundation and its impactful initiatives, please contact the
Foundation.
About Sub-Zero Group Foundation
The Sub-Zero Group
Foundation – formerly known as the Sub-Zero Wolf Foundation – is an
independent, nonprofit philanthropic organization launched in 1997.
Having invested more than $4M in
local community organizations, the Foundation's mission is to
foster innovation in the food ecosystem that increases community
access to quality foods and invests in organizations that
contribute to lifelong health. The focus areas of funding include
juvenile diabetes, food security and community centers in
Madison, WI and the greater
Phoenix, AZ area.
About Sub-Zero Group, Inc.
Sub-Zero Group, Inc.,
headquartered in Madison,
Wisconsin, manufactures best-in-class appliance brands
Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove. Founded in 1945, Sub-Zero Group, Inc. is
the leading American-based manufacturer of refrigeration, freezer,
and wine storage products. Sub-Zero, the preservation specialist,
pioneered the concept of dual refrigeration, ensuring that food
stays fresher longer. With the acquisition of Wolf Range Company in
2000, Sub-Zero Group, Inc. added the industry specialist in
residential cooking appliances, with products including ranges,
cooktops, wall ovens, warming drawers and ventilation equipment. In
2018, Sub-Zero Group, Inc. launched the Cove brand of dishwashers,
the specialist in all things clean. Cove joins Sub-Zero and Wolf,
establishing the brands as corporate companions and a complete
kitchen family. In its third generation of family ownership, the
privately held company also operates manufacturing facilities in
Fitchburg, Wisconsin, and
Goodyear, Arizona. Sub-Zero Group,
Inc. is continually recognized for the highest achievements in
appliance innovation and customer satisfaction. For more
information about Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove, visit subzero-wolf.com
or follow us on Facebook @subzerowolf and Instagram
@subzeroandwolf. For Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove Customer Care, call
800-222-7820.
About The River Food Pantry
The River is South Central
Wisconsin's busiest food pantry. Services include free groceries
and freshly prepared meals for pickup or delivery, online grocery
orders, mobile meals, and emergency food lockers. The River also
redistributes rescued food and resources to local partners to
increase access while minimizing waste. Since 2006, The River has
grown to serve over 2,500 people every week in pursuit of its
vision: a fully nourished community. For more information about The
River, visit riverfoodpantry.org.
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