Grocery giant helps fight the war on hunger
Bashas Family of Stores continues with their yearly donation of fresh apples
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - It s a battle that seems to have no end, but a battle worth fighting. Communities across the country struggle to keep panties and food bank shelves stocked.
So, when businesses like Basha s Family of Stores continue to fight, communities benefit.
Each year Basha s along with their fruit vendor First Fruit out of Washington state donated thousands of apples to communities in need. This year, 11,520lbs. of red delicious apples were donated to nonprofits and food banks across Arizona.
Food City s parent company Bashas Family Food Stores is calling on culinary artists
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - It is said that the donut first made an appearance in the early 1800s. A few centuries later and the doughy delight still is a fan favorite among those who love pastries.
The donut has recognized the world over, in one case a pink sprinkled donut is linked to a popular cartoon series. In another, the snacks remind people of a certain line of work, which has grown to be an unfortunate stereotype.
Regardless of its origin, the donut is one of America s more popular pastries. So, it s no surprise that the Bashas Family of Food Stores decided to hold a contest to see who has what it takes to make the next donut delight.