Ameriprise Financial Backs Feeding America With Matching Donations
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) has kicked off its annual effort to match public gifts to Feeding America, letting every contribution go twice as far. The goal is simple and urgent: raise awareness and funds to support the more than 47 million people in the United States facing food insecurity, including 14 million children. Ameriprise will match donations dollar for dollar—up to a combined total of $250,000—through October 31, helping turn everyday generosity into essential meals for families who need them.
How to Join the Fight Against Hunger
Ameriprise has kept this effort going for years to make it easier for anyone to pitch in. By visiting the designated website, you can donate and see your dollars work harder. Because of the match, each dollar given translates to 20 meals for people struggling with hunger. That’s more than the typical donation-to-meals ratio, a reminder that when people act together, the impact adds up—quickly.
Understanding the Scope of the Hunger Crisis
Rising costs, driven in part by inflation, have squeezed family budgets and made it harder to afford basics like groceries. According to Jennifer Jones, Vice President of Community Relations at Ameriprise Financial, the company’s efforts focus on helping those most affected by these pressures. That commitment fits squarely with Feeding America's mission to end hunger in communities across the country.
A Longstanding Partnership With Feeding America
Ameriprise and Feeding America began their partnership in 2009, and the support has been steady and substantial. Since then, Ameriprise has helped provide more than 124 million meals through donations, along with 400,000 hours of volunteer service supporting hunger-relief organizations. The company introduced its donation-matching campaign in 2010, which has amplified contributions to Feeding America and, in turn, helped provide approximately 236 million meals to people facing hunger. Year after year, the partnership has strengthened the broader network that gets food where it’s needed most.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Money matters—and so does time. On November 14, Ameriprise will host its 15th National Day of Service, bringing together employees, advisors, and clients to support local communities just before the holiday season. Volunteers will roll up their sleeves alongside partners that tackle food insecurity every day.
Shining a Light on Food Insecurity
Hunger doesn’t look just one way. It affects people across backgrounds and regions, often quietly. Lauren Biedron, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships at Feeding America, underscores how critical strong partnerships are to building a hunger-free future. When organizations team up, they help ensure people have reliable access to nutritious food—and the support to get back on their feet.
About Feeding America and Its Mission
Feeding America works toward a country where no one has to wonder where their next meal will come from. The organization supplies resources to neighbors facing food insecurity, connecting them with a wide network of food banks and pantries. It also advocates for policy changes that expand access to food and confront the larger challenges tied to hunger, including health and economic concerns.
About Ameriprise Financial’s Community Initiatives
Ameriprise Financial invests in communities through targeted grants, hands-on volunteerism, and company matching programs that stretch every dollar. By partnering with nearly 7,500 nonprofits, the firm channels resources where they can do the most good and aligns its business values with social responsibility. The aim is practical: improve daily life, one neighbor at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ameriprise Financial matching donation program?
It’s an annual effort in which Ameriprise Financial matches public donations to Feeding America dollar for dollar, up to $250,000, effectively doubling the total raised through October 31.
How can I participate in the donation matching initiative?
Make a gift by visiting the designated Feeding America website. When you donate there, Ameriprise will match your contribution, turning a single act of giving into twice the support for people facing hunger.
What has been the impact of Ameriprise’s partnership with Feeding America?
Since 2009, Ameriprise has helped provide more than 124 million meals and contributed 400,000 volunteer hours to hunger-relief efforts. The matching campaign, launched in 2010, has further amplified giving to Feeding America, helping provide approximately 236 million meals to people in need.
When is the next National Day of Service organized by Ameriprise?
The 15th National Day of Service will be held on November 14. On that day, Ameriprise employees, advisors, and clients will volunteer together to support communities experiencing food insecurity.
Why is food insecurity such a critical issue?
Food insecurity affects millions of households across different backgrounds and regions. It makes it difficult to cover basic needs and can harm health—especially for children. Inflation and higher everyday costs have only made that struggle harder for many families.
