Company Directory - Giant Food
Company Details - Giant Food
Giant Food
WebsiteGiant Food is a grocery store chain known for providing fresh produce and a variety of grocery items.
CCI Score
CCI Score: Giant Food
23.08
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Giant Group Political Contributions Report
The OpenSecrets profile reveals that Giant Group (associated with Giant Food) contributed $78,509 during the 2024 election cycle and reported zero federal lobbying and no outside spending. From an anti-fascist perspective, without evidence of directing funds toward authoritarian actors or policies, this political activity is assessed as neutral.
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Latest Events
- FEB062025
The OpenSecrets profile reveals that Giant Group (associated with Giant Food) contributed $78,509 during the 2024 election cycle and reported zero federal lobbying and no outside spending. From an anti-fascist perspective, without evidence of directing funds toward authoritarian actors or policies, this political activity is assessed as neutral.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
March 19
The report from OpenSecrets indicates that Giant Group's financial contributions, while present at $78,509, are not coupled with lobbying efforts or outside spending, suggesting an absence of aggressive political intervention. Without clear indicators that these funds are being used to support authoritarian policies, the activity is rated as neutral from an anti-fascist lens.
- OCT282024
A recent analysis by Food Dive highlighted a multi-year low in political contributions by the largest US food and beverage companies, signaling a retreat from heavy political spending that could otherwise bolster authoritarian interests. While Giant Food was not explicitly cited, the overall trend in the industry suggests reduced corporate complicity in supporting divisive political agendas through donations.
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Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts
March 19
The article highlights a notable decline in political contributions within the US food and beverage sector, which can be interpreted as a reduction in behaviors that might otherwise enable authoritarian or fascist policies. Although Giant Food is not specifically mentioned, its involvement in this industry suggests that aligning with this trend may help reduce its complicity in supporting oppressive political dynamics.
Political donations from 15 of the largest US food and beverage makers plunge
- NOV302023
Giant Food, a major regional grocery chain, achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index, demonstrating exemplary commitment to LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion and robust human rights practices.
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Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices
November 30
Giant Food's outstanding score of 100 on the Corporate Equality Index reflects its strong dedication to labor rights and human rights practices, particularly in fostering an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ employees. This consistent record over five consecutive years highlights ethical business practices that stand in contrast to authoritarian and oppressive policies.
Giant Food Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation's 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index
- NOV102023
Over 2000 UFCW Local 400 members at Giant Food ratified new contracts featuring a 24% pay increase over four years and stable health care costs, reflecting a positive move toward better labor practices.
+80
Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices
March 19
Giant Food's workers, through UFCW Local 400, ratified contracts that offer improved pay and health benefits, demonstrating a commitment to upholding fair labor practices. Such positive labor relations help to counteract the exploitation often exploited by authoritarian regimes, aligning well with anti-fascist values.
- OCT292023
Giant Food has ratified a new four-year collective bargaining agreement with UFCW Locals 400 and 27, reinforcing its commitment to fair labor practices and worker rights. This move supports robust labor relations and stands in opposition to exploitative and authoritarian corporate practices.
+80
Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices
March 19
Giant Food's recent ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement with two local unions underscores its commitment to upholding labor rights and fair working conditions. This positive action benefits workers and counters tendencies towards corporate practices that could otherwise contribute to authoritarianism. The firm demonstrates ethical labor practices which contrast sharply with repressive or exploitative corporate behavior.
- NOV022022
Giant Food settled claims over immigration-related discrimination practices after allegations that it declined to hire non-US citizens without a green card, resulting in a civil penalty and mandated reforms.
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Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices
March 19
The settlement stems from findings that Giant Food discriminated against non-U.S. citizens by applying different hiring standards, such as demanding a green card only from certain applicants. This practice violates basic labor rights and ethical responsibilities, fostering systemic inequality and contributing indirectly to authoritarian labor practices.
- OCT312022
Giant Food reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice over discriminatory employment practices that required non-U.S. citizen workers to provide specific documentation, highlighting significant failures in labor relations and human rights practices.
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Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices
March 19
The investigation revealed that Giant Food systematically discriminated against non-U.S. citizen workers by mandating that lawful permanent residents present green cards for work authorization, while allowing U.S. citizens to provide alternative valid documentation. This practice, which violates the principles of fair labor practices and human rights, led to a DOJ settlement imposing penalties and requiring remedial actions, marking a severe breach in their labor relations and ethical responsibilities.
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