We applaud your dedication to continuous environmental improvement, commitment to improving your communities and food security and establishing sound safety and health programs at your plants.

The Meat Institute's annual award applications for 2024 are now closed! Please click here to learn more about each award, including eligibility requirements, criteria, and more. 

Bob Evans Farms has rich history of philanthropy. See how their Hearts & Hands program delivers on five core pillars of giving: Community, Education, Food & Nutrition, Health & Wellness, and Military.

We recognize Marcus Technologies for using innovation to minimize food waste and build a more sustainable future by finding the best possible use for all available protein globally. 

See how SugarCreek improves their employees' relationship with food and body wellness.

SugarCreek's corporate wellness efforts resulted in a 42% reduction in anxiety/depression symptoms and improved employee retention. In Nutrition Science, they provided education and distributed fresh produce through monthly events, specifically addressing food insecurity in a local area. SugarCreek also increased their budget to help associates take fresh produce home. 

Triumph Foods earned a 2024 Honorable Mention from the Meat Institute for their significant contributions to Community Wellness. Their initiatives included a partnership with Missouri Western State University to develop a skilled trades education program. Furthermore, Triumph Foods demonstrated a strong commitment to combating food insecurity by donating over 155,000 pounds of premium pork to local nonprofits. Their impactful donations and volunteer efforts also garnered them the 2024 Outstanding Business Award from Second Harvest Community Food Bank.

FPL Food received a 2024 Honorable Mention in the Meat Institute's Health & Wellness Awards for their Community Wellness initiatives. They partnered with the Augusta Mayor's Office to distribute 78,000 pounds of frozen ground beef patties to residents impacted by Hurricane Helene. Additionally, FPL Food sponsored the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta, demonstrating their commitment to supporting families with critically ill or injured children.

JBS identified and tackled a major source (63.2%) of chloride contamination in their wastewater, earning them the 2024 Meat Institute Water Conservation Achievement Award.