Following the 2025 NACS Show in Chicago, the NACS Foundation—in partnership with FoodRecovery.org—led one of the most ambitious food recovery efforts in the event’s history, collecting more than 120,000 pounds of surplus food, beverages and supplies. These donations will provide more than 100,000 meals to individuals and families facing food insecurity.
“This is what community impact looks like in real time. We didn’t just recover food—we will be feeding families across Chicago through December with just this one effort,” said Kevin O’Connell, executive director of the NACS Foundation. “This collaboration with our partners and volunteers turned a trade show surplus into a real solution, and we are charting a path others can follow.”
Vontier, a global provider of technologies and solutions that help manage and scale the mobility ecosystem, lent its volunteer power to the effort and made a $50,000 donation. This boosted the capacity of the team to move food from the show floor into trucks to ensure it arrived to the food banks safely.
“Partnering with Neighborhood Nourish aligns with the Vontier Foundation’s mission to drive positive change in the communities we serve. Together we’re working with the broader convenience retail industry to fight food insecurity, create healthier, more resilient communities and contribute to a culture of giving and sustainability,” said Katie Rowen, who serves as Vontier’s chief administrative officer and president of the Vontier Foundation.
“We are deeply grateful to NACS and FoodRecovery.org,” said Tim Goldrick from Breakthrough, one of the recipient non-profits. “This donation provides groceries, dignity, and support to families in need. Chicago hosts thousands of corporate events every year. This is a template anyone can follow to make a similar impact on the city.”
To learn more about how your company or organization can support Neighborhood Nourish, visit nacsfoundation.org or contact Kevin O’Connell at [email protected].
