Continuing its corporate giving program launched in 2022, Chobani will donate $250,000 each to infrastructure projects in central New York and Idaho’s Magic Valley. Recipients of the Chobani Legacy Project Fund are nominated and selected by Chobani employees.
In New York, Chobani’s donation will support Unadilla Community Farm in West Edmeston and its buildout of a solar-powered commercial kitchen and classroom space. The kitchen will serve as a teaching space for the Unadilla Community Farm’s Beginning Farmer Training Program. Participants will use the farm’s harvest to make food to be donated to regional food pantries and community clinics.
In Idaho, Chobani’s donation will support the construction of a new playground at Harrison Elementary School in Twin Falls. The park will also serve as a community gathering space for families throughout the neighborhood to enjoy.
What they are saying
“We’re thrilled to support the commercial kitchen at Unadilla Community Farm as this year’s Legacy Project. The Legacy Projects gives our employees a chance to spotlight the causes they care about most, offering a sense of pride and connection to the community,” said Nate Gundlach, senior vice president of operations at Chobani’s plant in South Edmeston, N.Y., in a release. “This investment isn’t just about food, it’s about building skills, creating jobs and bringing people together in a space where learning and generosity go hand in hand.”
“It is incredibly rewarding to see our plant employees actively participating in the voting process for these projects — they are not just choosing a project to support but determining Chobani’s legacy in the community, and that’s so powerful,” said Doug Young, senior vice president of operations at Chobani’s Twin Falls plant. “At Chobani, giving back isn’t a top-down decision. It’s driven by the people who make our yogurt every day. Their personal involvement fosters a deep sense of community and belonging making everyone feel connected and valued.”
