Community Engagement
Building vibrant communities through economic development, partnerships, philanthropy and employee volunteerism.
Cargill is committed to conducting business with integrity, operating responsibly, enriching communities and nourishing the world.
In the fiscal year 2021, Cargill provided $110.5 million in total charitable contributions in 56 countries to support our communities. Cargill businesses and employee-led groups partner with local civic, nonprofit and non-governmental organizations on programs and projects that improve food security and nutrition; support human rights, equity and inclusion; strengthen farmer livelihoods; and advance our commitments in the areas of land use, water and climate.
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Cargill invests in local communities through economic development, partnerships and giving combined with the volunteer efforts of our employees.
Poultry power: How chicken, eggs hatch hope for farmers
Learn how Cargill’s Hatching Hope initiative is using the power of poultry to improve the nutrition and economic livelihoods of 100 million people by 2030.
Read Time: 6 minutes
As Hispanic cuisine grows, Rumba Meats meets the moment
Discover how Rumba Meats delivers authentic Hispanic dishes, celebrating cultural heritage while providing nourishing meals.
Read Time: 4 minutes
How is sea salt made? Follow the ocean-to-table journey.
Discover how sun, wind and time help Cargill’s Newark facility turn seawater into up to 500,000 tons of sea salt.
Read Time: 3 minutes
Climate change: 5 ways we’re combatting it through agriculture
Learn how agriculture can be used to address climate change — from regenerative agriculture to wind-powered ships to renewable energy.
Read Time: 7 minutes
Cargill receives ADINKES award for efforts to improve community’s health in Pandaan, Indonesia
Sep. 19, 2024
Cargill Cares Councils
Through more than 350 Cargill Cares Councils, our employees around the world contribute millions of dollars and lend more than 100,000 hours of their time and talent to volunteer activities that have a local impact.