Schenectady, N.Y., February 6, 2026– Northeast Grocery, the parent company of Market 32, Price Chopper, and Tops Markets, today announced the successful conclusion of its partnership with Garelick Farms’ Giving Cow program, resulting in the donation of 7,420 8 oz. cartons of shelf-stable milk to the Food Bank of Central NY.

During the Giving Cow promotion, one half-pint Giving Cow milk container was donated with every gallon of Garelick milk purchased at participating Market 32, Price Chopper, and Tops Markets stores. The initiative helps address a critical need, as milk is one of the most requested—yet hardest to source— food bank items.

“Nourishing families is at the heart of our mission,” said Pam Cerrone, Market 32 and Price Chopper’s director of community relations. “Through Market 32 and Price Chopper Cares, alongside the Giving Cow program, our customers helped turn everyday purchases into meaningful support for families facing food insecurity. Together with Garelick Farms, we’re proud to help ensure nutritious milk reaches those who need it most.”

“At Tops, our Neighbors Helping Neighbors philosophy means showing up in meaningful ways for the communities we serve,” said Courtney Mailhot, community relations manager for Tops Markets. “Milk is a staple for families, yet it’s one of the hardest items for food banks to keep in stock. Through this partnership with Garelick Farms and the generosity of our customers, we’re proud to help provide essential nutrition to our neighbors and take another important step toward our mission of eradicating hunger across our communities.”

“Childhood hunger is one of the most urgent issues we face, and access to nutritious staples like milk matters,” said Brian McManus, chief operations officer at Food Bank of Central New York. “This donation from Market 32, Price Chopper, and Tops Friendly Markets will be a welcome and popular addition to the food we distribute to families. We deeply appreciate their continued commitment as a long-time partner of the Food Bank.”

“Garelick supports families facing food insecurity through Giving Cow, a shelf-stable milk created for food bank distribution,” said Brooke Ryan, Garelick Farms NY general manager. “By eliminating the need for refrigeration until opened, Giving Cow makes milk easier for food banks to store and share. Working with Market 32, Price Chopper, and Tops Markets, Garelick is helping more families access a dependable source of nutrition.  We are honored to support local communities by providing such a vital dietary staple.”

The Garelick Giving Cow program reflects the power of collaboration among retailers, suppliers, and customers, and is part of Northeast Grocery’s ongoing commitment to fighting hunger and supporting community health year-round. All donations generated through the program will help support children and families with an essential source of nutrition.