Celebrating 90 Years with Community Support

Goya Foods celebrated its 90th anniversary by organizing its annual "Goya Gives Day" which serves as a major donation event to provide assistance to communities that require help. The company distributed 1 million pounds of food to families across the United States, Puerto Rico, and Spain. The event took place on March 31, 2026, which is the 90th day of the year, symbolizing the company's 90 years in business.

Nationwide Effort to Fight Hunger

Goya employees and their facilities and over 100 community partners joined the initiative. The entire group dedicated their efforts to food distribution and community assistance on that particular day.

The project attempts to address existing food insecurity problems which continue to affect the community. Approximately 47 million Americans live in households that face difficulties obtaining sufficient food while 13.5 percent of households experience food insecurity throughout the year.

Leadership Message and Company Values

Goya's President Peter Unanue stated that the company exists for more than its food sales which represent its main business activity. The organization serves families while it provides support to the communities which have helped it for more than thirty years.

The company showed its dedication to helping those in need by donating one million pounds of food which it distributed on a day with special meaning for the organization.

A Legacy of Growth and Giving

Goya Foods started as a small storefront in 1936 and now operates as the biggest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States. The company has maintained its commitment to quality and its dedication to cultural heritage and its work with the community throughout its existence. The company uses its "Goya Gives" program to provide support for food banks and disaster relief operations and educational institutions and nonprofit organizations. The programs have distributed over 1 million pounds of food to families who need assistance.

Looking Ahead

The company will keep its community support and food assistance programs running after Goya reaches this milestone. The organization uses its anniversary celebration to honor past accomplishments while it continues its mission to combat hunger and assist people in need.

The "Goya Gives Day" program demonstrates how companies can address social problems while maintaining their essential business principles.