{"id":83369,"date":"2020-07-30T17:38:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-30T20:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/english-goya-distributes-400000-pounds-of-food-to-families-in-new-york-and-new-jersey\/"},"modified":"2020-07-30T17:39:02","modified_gmt":"2020-07-30T21:39:02","slug":"goya-distribuye-400000-libras-de-comida-a-familias-en-nueva-york-y-nueva-jersey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/goya-distribuye-400000-libras-de-comida-a-familias-en-nueva-york-y-nueva-jersey\/","title":{"rendered":"Goya Distributes 400,000 Pounds of Food to Families in New York and New Jersey"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><![CDATA[\n\/* Style Definitions *\/\nspan.prnews_span\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\na.prnews_a\n{\ncolor:blue;\n}\nli.prnews_li\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\np.prnews_p\n{\nfont-size:0.62em;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\nmargin:0in;\n}\n]]><\/style>\n<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">JERSEY CITY, New Jersey<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-chron\">July 30, 2020<\/span> \/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE\/ &#8212;\u00a0Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in <span class=\"xn-location\">The United States<\/span>, distributes 400,000 pounds of nourishing food to families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic throughout <span class=\"xn-location\">New York<\/span> and New Jersey.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\" id=\"DivAssetPlaceHolder1\">\n<p title=\"\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"PlayMedia_1222111\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/playmedia\/1222111\/Goya_Gives.html\" width=\"560\" height=\"325\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"> <\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>This donation is part of Goya&#8217;s national campaign <b><i>Working for Our Country #GoyaGives<\/i><\/b> that includes a donation of two million pounds of food to communities throughout the U.S. and <span class=\"xn-location\">Puerto Rico<\/span>, a commitment made by Goya at the start of the pandemic in tribute to the dedication and hard work of 4,000 Goya employees.\u00a0 <\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Today&#8217;s donation, one of many, brings people together to help others who are in critical need during a time of uncertainty and hardship.\u00a0 We are so grateful to work with community leaders, food banks and organizations who also care about helping to make a difference and provide families with healthy food,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Bob Unanue<\/span>, President of Goya Foods. <\/p>\n<p>The food will be distributed through local food banks, churches, community centers, soup kitchens, and outreach programs that are in urgent need.\u00a0 &#8220;Food donations, like today&#8217;s generous contribution from Goya, are needed now more than ever, as <span class=\"xn-location\">New Jersey<\/span> is projected to see a shocking 56% increase in food insecurity due to the pandemic,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Carlos Rodriguez<\/span>, President &amp; CEO of the Community FoodBank of <span class=\"xn-location\">New Jersey<\/span>. &#8220;CFBNJ is grateful to all of its partners from every sector of society, whose support has enabled us to meet the unprecedented need as we work to prevail in the fight against hunger and build a healthier future for all.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Through Goya Gives, a global program committed to promoting the\u00a0overall well-being of communities through social responsibility, environmental initiatives, and company values, Goya supports each year nearly 300 charitable endeavors, scholarships, and events.\u00a0 In times of desperate need, Goya has always been at the forefront of disaster and humanitarian relief efforts, providing millions of pounds of food worldwide.\u00a0 At the start of the pandemic, the company donated an additional 500,000 pounds of food and 20,000 protective masks to health care providers. During Hurricane Maria Goya donated over 1 million pounds of food to the people of <span class=\"xn-location\">Puerto Rico<\/span>, in addition to the starving people of <span class=\"xn-location\">Venezuela<\/span> during governmental unrest, to the people of <span class=\"xn-location\">Haiti<\/span> during the earthquake, and at home during Superstorm Sandy, and Hurricanes Isaac, Harvey, and Irene.\u00a0 Since 1936, giving back is the heart of Goya and has always been a part of the company&#8217;s DNA. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about Goya Gives, please visit: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2872351-1&amp;h=1230680608&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.goya.com%2F&amp;a=www.goya.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.goya.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>About Goya Foods<\/b><\/p>\n<p><i>Founded in 1936, Goya Foods, Inc. is America&#8217;s largest Hispanic-owned food company, and has established itself as the leader in Latin American food and condiments. Goya manufactures, packages, and distributes over 2,500 high-quality food products from <span class=\"xn-location\">Spain<\/span>, the <span class=\"xn-location\">Caribbean<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Mexico<\/span>, Central, and <span class=\"xn-location\">South America<\/span>. Goya products have their roots in the culinary traditions of Hispanic communities around the world.\u00a0 The combination of authentic ingredients, robust seasonings, and convenient preparation makes Goya products ideal for every taste and every table.\u00a0 For more information on Goya Foods, please visit <b><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=2872351-1&amp;h=1230680608&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.goya.com%2F&amp;a=www.goya.com\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.goya.com<\/a><\/b>.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>For more information, contact:<br \/><\/i><i><span class=\"xn-person\">Natalie J. 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