Ameren has launched its 2024 Thanks for Giving Community Challenge Grant to help feed families across Missouri and Illinois.
Ameren is matching donations made to the St. Louis Area Foodbank, up to $200,000. The goal is to raise $500,000 in foodbank donations, which is equivalent to approximately 1.5 million meals.
“Our continued partnership with the St. Louis Area Foodbank helps provide nutritious food for individuals, families, and communities in 26 counties in Missouri and Illinois,” said Gwen Mizell, senior vice president and chief sustainability, diversity and philanthropy officer at Ameren.
“People in our communities can’t flourish if they’re worried about meeting basic needs, like feeding their families. Through AmerenCares, we are supporting nonprofits that help meet those critical needs, like food, health care and housing.”
One in seven area residents in the bistate region need food assistance, including one in six children.
Through monetary donations, the Foodbank can purchase food items at significantly reduced costs, allowing a donation of just $100 to feed one family for a whole month. Ameren will match donations made between now and Nov. 30, or until donations reach $200,000, whichever comes first.
“With the holidays just around the corner, we believe that our mission of ‘nourishing people, empowering communities, and transforming systems’ is more important than ever,” said Meredith Knopp, president and CEO of the St. Louis Area Foodbank.
“Meals are an important part of holiday traditions, and they bring friends and families together.
To donate, visit www.stlfoodbank.org/thanks4giving