Kontoor Brands Foundation Awards Its 2025 Signature Grants to Four Non-Profit Organizations Addressing Food and Housing Security in Greensboro, North Carolina
Kontoor Brands Foundation, the private grantmaking organization funded by Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB), proudly announces grants to four leading nonprofit organizations based in Greensboro, NC. The 2025 recipients were chosen based on their strong commitment to addressing housing and food insecurity across Greensboro, North Carolina.
"Marking our third year of dedicated grantmaking, the Kontoor Brands Foundation continues to advance our mission of tackling housing and food insecurity and expanding lifelong education opportunities within our community. Over the past two years, our grantees have become essential partners in uplifting local residents and driving meaningful, lasting change. We are inspired by the progress made so far and are eager to continue empowering these organizations in creating positive impact for generations to come," said Pete Kidd, EVP, Human Resources, and President, Kontoor Brands Foundation.
Kontoor Brands Foundation aims to fund nonprofit organizations that exist to meet the food, housing, education and workforce development needs of our neighbors. In 2025, the Foundation has been focused on the Nourish & Shelter pillar, seeking and engaging organizations that support the health and well-being of the Greensboro community.
The 2025 Signature Grant recipients include:
A Simple Gesture: Exists to provide a sustainable supply of food to local food pantries in Guilford County, collect excess perishable food for use by local nonprofits and for community meals and to support the SHARE program in the Guilford County Schools.
Out Of The Garden: Working to end childhood hunger in the Piedmont area of North Carolina by providing nutritious food to children and families in need, fostering a supportive community and ensuring every child has the resources to thrive.
Partners Ending Homelessness: Working to create housing solutions for those in crisis, Partners Ending Homelessness connects those experiencing homelessness to safe, healthy and sustainable housing and appropriate resources.
The Servant Center: Exists to empower the homeless and disabled, particularly veterans, to become independent, contributing members of our community through housing, healthcare and restorative services.
About Kontoor Brands Foundation
Kontoor Brands Foundation is the private grantmaking organization funded by Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB). The Foundation is focused on improving food security, housing access and educational opportunities for those most in need in our communities. Established in 2020, the Foundation is committed to uplifting Greensboro, North Carolina, home to Kontoor Brands’ global headquarters.
About Kontoor Brands
Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) is a portfolio of three of the world’s most iconic lifestyle, outdoor and workwear brands: Wrangler®, Lee® and Helly Hansen®. Kontoor Brands is a purpose-led organization focused on leveraging its global platform, strategic sourcing model and best-in-class supply chain to drive brand growth and deliver long-term value for its stakeholders. For more information about Kontoor Brands, please visit www.KontoorBrands.com.
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