Gainesville, GA, Chicken Production Facility
In 2018, Pilgrim’s Gainesville asked team members to donate gifts for Toys for Tots, a program run by the United States Marine Corps Reserve which distributes toys to children whose parents cannot afford gifts. The facility ended up receiving an overwhelming amount of donations. Five boxes were filled and picked up weekly.
Gainesville, GA, Chicken Production Facility
During the 2018 holiday season, Pilgrim’s Gainesville partnered with the Gainesville Police Department to sponsor its annual Shop with a Cop event. Each year, police officers work with the Gainesville City School System counselors to identify and select children from lower income neighborhoods to participate. Together, these teams witness the struggle these children’s families experience…
Natchitoches, LA, Chicken Production Facility
In December 2018, Pilgrim’s Natchitoches team members collected over 100 toys and monetary donations to support the Christmas with a Trooper program held by the Louisiana State Police – Troop E. The Natchitoches Complex and other supporting groups’ donations helped put a smile on the faces of several hundred children that were in the hospital…
Natchitoches, LA, Chicken Production Facility
In 2018, Natchitoches team members collected back-to-school backpacks and school supplies to be donated to the local Boys and Girls Club.
Lufkin, TX, Chicken Production Facility
Pilgrim’s Lufkin facility hosted its 1st Annual Thank a Hero, First Responder BBQ on Dec 6, 2018. Along with drinks donated by Pepsi of Lufkin, team members served hot dogs and hamburgers to the Central Fire Department, Hudson Fire Department, Huntington Fire Department, Lufkin Police Department, Angelina County Sherriff’s Department, Department of Public Safety and…
Moorefield, WV, Chicken Production Facility
Pilgrim’s Moorefield Santa Day was a fun and exciting event for all on December 1, 2018, in which the facility hosted a Christmas party for team members and their families. In total, more than 500 people attended and enjoyed the afternoon. Santa saw about 300 children, and many pictures were taken with him and Mrs.…
Waco, TX, Prepared Foods Facility
In September 2018, Pilgrim’s Waco donated $1,400 to sponsor a hole for George’s Big “O” Cup Golf tournament, presented by the Waco Chamber of Commerce, at Cottonwood Creek Golf Course. Pilgrim’s team members also volunteered at this fun, laid back scramble style tournament, which featured larger-than-life cups (18 inches in diameter), prizes at every hole…
Waco, TX, Prepared Foods Facility
More than 50 team members from our Waco facility volunteered for the Heart O’ Texas Rodeo and Fair in October 2018.
Waco, TX, Prepared Foods Facility
In December 2018, Pilgrim’s Waco hosted children from around the community to come meet and take pictures with Santa at the facility. Additionally, more than 2,000 toys were donated to local area charities, including Toys for Tots, for the holiday season.
Enterprise, AL, Chicken Production Facility
Pilgrim’s Enterprise teamed up with Annie’s Café, a local restaurant, on October 27, 2018 to help feed and support the victims of Hurricane Michael. More than 1,300 plates were served at the event, providing meals to those who lost their homes as well as those trying to help restore normalcy to the communities. Additionally, the…
