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Northwestern State University

Natchitoches, LA, Chicken Production Facility

In November 2018, Pilgrim’s Natchitoches donated $10,000 to Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology in thanks for the exceptional work and assistance NSU students and faculty put into an ergonomic project at the local facility. Pilgrim’s received great feedback because of the help of NSU faculty, staff and students. “It’s a wonderful partnership and…

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Heart O’ Texas Rodeo And Fair

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.

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George’s Big “O” Cup Golf Tournament

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…

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Back To School Supplies

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.

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First Responder BBQ

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…

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Christmas Toy Drive

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…

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Toys For Tots

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.

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Shop With A Cop

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…

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Georgia Apple Festival Parade

Ellijay, GA, Chicken Production Facility

In October 2018, 55 of our loyal team members at Pilgrim’s Ellijay came out to the 47thAnnual Georgia Apple Festival to represent the facility during the parade. Despite the rainy weather, the team had a blast on the Pilgrim’s float. They handed out lots of candy and rubber chickens during the event. Rain or shine,…

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Bridge Refugee Center

Chattanooga, TN, Chicken Production Facility

In August 2018, Pilgrim’s Chattanooga donated $20,000 to Bridge Refugee Services, Inc., a nonprofit agency operating in Chattanooga committed to providing protection and assistance to refugees as they find a secure path toward self-sufficiency and fulfill their American dreams within a supportive community. Pilgrim’s donation helped the Bridge center’s 2018 efforts to support refugees as…

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