Edible Arrangements, Inc.

Atlanta, USA

Edible Arrangements is a retailer specializing in fresh fruit arrangements, gourmet chocolate-dipped fruits, and a variety of gift baskets for occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, and holidays. The company operates a franchise model with a broad network of locations across the United States.

CCI Score

24.79

-0.02% April 18

Latest Event

Edible Arrangements Avoids Political Lobbying and Outside Spending

Based on OpenSecrets data, Edible Arrangements did not engage in federal lobbying or outside spending during the 2024 election cycle. This low level of political contributions reduces the company's complicity in funding activities that could enable authoritarian influences.

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SABOTEUR

Edible Arrangements, Inc. is currently rated as a Saboteur.

+10 to +24 CCI Score

Companies in this bracket take more subtle actions to undermine authoritarian practices. They might implement internal policies or support reforms that quietly weaken oppressive systems, contributing to change in less overt ways.

Latest Events

FEB

06

2025

Edible Arrangements Avoids Political Lobbying and Outside Spending
68.64

Based on OpenSecrets data, Edible Arrangements did not engage in federal lobbying or outside spending during the 2024 election cycle. This low level of political contributions reduces the company's complicity in funding activities that could enable authoritarian influences.
+70

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 23

Edible Arrangements has not reported any lobbying or outside political spending during the 2024 election cycle, as shown by the OpenSecrets profile. This suggests a deliberate avoidance of political contributions that may support authoritarian agendas. The absence of political expenditure in this area is viewed positively from an anti-fascist perspective, although continued transparency remains important.

Edible Arrangements Profile: Summary • OpenSecrets
JAN

01

2024

Edible Arrangements Shows No Evidence of Federal Lobbying, According to OpenSecrets
87.83

OpenSecrets' profile on Edible Arrangements, Inc. reveals that the company has not reported engaging in any lobbying activities at the federal level. This absence of reported political contributions and lobbying efforts suggests that the company is not using its resources to influence policy in ways that could support authoritarian practices.
+100

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 23

The data from OpenSecrets indicates that Edible Arrangements has not engaged in any reported federal lobbying. From an anti-fascist perspective, abstaining from political lobbying and contributions reduces the risk of corporate influence on government policies that may support authoritarian regimes. This non-engagement reflects positively on the company's political behavior.

Edible Arrangements Profile: Lobbying • OpenSecrets
JAN

01

2024

Edible Arrangements Political Contributions Profile
-17.57

An Opensecrets profile reveals Edible Arrangements' congressional committee contribution totals for the 2024 cycle, raising concerns about corporate influence in political processes that may indirectly support authoritarian policies.
-20

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 23

Edible Arrangements has been documented as making contributions to congressional committees, a practice that can be seen as channeling corporate funds into political circuits. Such financial support may help to bolster politicians whose policies favor corporate interests over public welfare, indirectly supporting structures that undermine democratic processes and contribute to authoritarian practices.

Edible Arrangements Profile: Congressional Committees • OpenSecrets
JAN

01

2023

Concerns Over Supply Chain Human Rights Practices in the Food & Beverage Sector
-39.74

A report from the 2023 KnowTheChain benchmark highlights systemic failures in protecting supply chain workers within the food and beverage industry, raising questions about the adequacy of oversight in companies like Edible Arrangements.
-50

Supply Chain Ethics

March 23

The 2023 KnowTheChain Food & Beverage Benchmark reveals that food and drink companies overwhelmingly score low on efforts to prevent forced labor and protect human rights in their supply chains, with scores as low as 6-16/100 in crucial areas. Although Edible Arrangements is not explicitly mentioned, its operation in the food sector suggests a risk of similar ethical oversights if proactive measures are not adopted.

Food & drink supply chain human rights 'cause for concern'