Keystone Contributes $2,500 to Shared Harvest to Support Food-Insecure Families Across Southwest Ohio

Keystone today announced a $2,500 donation to Shared Harvest Foodbank, strengthening efforts to combat rising food insecurity across Southwest Ohio. Shared Harvest has served the region since 1983 and currently supports residents in Butler, Darke, Miami, Preble, and Warren counties through a network of more than 100 partner agencies, including food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters. 

This contribution marks the largest donation Keystone has made to support hunger relief in this area to date and reflects the company’s continued commitment to serving local communities where its employees live and work. 

“At our core, Keystone believes in the power of cooperation and local partnerships,” said Kevin Still, President and CEO of Keystone. “Shared Harvest has long been a trusted resource for families across Southwest Ohio, and we’re excited to support their mission as they continue to serve communities throughout the region.” 

Keystone’s contribution to Shared Harvest builds on the company’s broader investment in Ohio communities. Recent initiatives include a $15,000 donation to Ohio FFA programs supporting agricultural education and a $12.5 million investment in a new liquid loadout building and dry fertilizer hub in Eldorado, which is currently in permitting, and will strengthen regional agricultural infrastructure. 

Shared Harvest rescues surplus food and distributes it to trusted local partners, ensuring food reaches individuals and families facing food insecurity as efficiently as possible. The organization supports 112 food pantries across its service area and serves approximately 47,000 people each month. Shared Harvest reports that every $1 donated provides eight meals, meaning Keystone’s donation would support approximately 20,000 meals. 

“Fourteen percent of U.S. households reported experiencing food insecurity between January and October 2025, roughly one in seven families,” said Lindsay Sankey, Director of Public Relations at Keystone. “Supporting organizations like Shared Harvest is one way we can help ease that burden and reinforce our commitment to the communities we serve. Whether through strategic investments or direct community support, Keystone remains focused on making a positive, lasting impact.” 

"Shared Harvest Foodbank is incredibly grateful for this generous donation from Keystone Cooperative. The funding will help offset the costs of our monthly drive through distributions in Darke and Preble counties. These distributions provide a full selection of nutritious food to communities farthest from our Fairfield, Ohio headquarters, serving approximately 500 families in just two hours,” said Allie Godfrey Director of Development for Shared Harvest. “Supporting rural communities within our service area is critical, as nutrition deserts and transportation barriers often limit access to healthy food. We truly appreciate Keystone Cooperative’s commitment to leading, serving, and growing communities through charitable investments that help our neighbors thrive." 

For more information about Shared Harvest and how to support its mission, visit www.sharedharvest.org.