YAKIMA, Washington, (July 27, 2022) – Kwik Lok Corporation has awarded $100,000 in grants to four nonprofit organizations as part of our ongoing philanthropy program. Organizations selected for grants work on food justice, food access and education programs in the Pacific Northwest. They demonstrate inspiring efforts that align with Kwik Lok’s continued commitment to:
“Kwik Lok has worked hard to increase our impact and transition from a traditional, financial return-focused business to one that embraces positive impact, community engagement and problem solving as core to our business operations. By supporting these important organizations, Kwik Lok aims to help make vital changes in our communities.”
– Kwik Lok Co-Owners, Stephanie Jackson, Kimberly Paxton-Hagner and Melissa Steiner.
Kwik Lok continues to support organizations working to address the challenges of food security, food justice and inequality through support for black farmers and communities that have a history of being disproportionately affected by economic stress and lack of access.
“With the support of Kwik Lok, we are thrilled to expand the reach of the Black Farmer Fund. Kwik Lok’s partnership enables us to continue to support black land managers across Oregon and Washington, helping them increase the viability of their businesses and preserving black agricultural traditions. We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work in partnership with Kwik Lok to advance this work.” – Tiffany Monroe, Co-Founder, Black Food Fund
“Clean Greens is committed to creating and maintaining access for families in need. We believe that in order to have a healthy community and partnership with our community, we must work together by uplifting others who are not in a position to help them until they are able to help others. Working together builds a healthy community, which helps build a healthy world.” – Brione Scott, Clean Greens Director
“This grant is a welcome boost that will allow us to continue our commitment to providing Rainier Beach residents with access to free, fresh and culturally relevant produce while partnering with local BIPOC farmers and creating job opportunities for youth adults in society.” – David Sauvion, RBAC
Heritage is grateful to be the recipient of this wonderful gift from Kwik Lok. While Kwik Lok is transforming its business, this gift will also transform the lives of Heritage students and the surrounding community. Kwik Lok is a Yakima company with a worldwide presence, and we are honored to work with the organization to achieve meaningful results. – President Andrew Sund, Ph.D.
Founded in 1954, Kwik Lok is the global market leader in bag closures. The company produces billions of bag closures each year for the baking and manufacturing industries and the machinery for customers to print and apply closures. Kwik Lok brings nearly 70 years of expertise to deliver advanced engineering and reliable design. Kwik Lok is owned by third generation family management, with a vision to drive greater sustainability in the industry. Learn more at www.kwiklok.com.
