FMI 2026 Award Winner for Neighborhood Health
Yasso Can’d Aid Partnership Recognized by Food Manufacturers Institute
FMI, the Food Manufacturers Institute, recognized Yasso + Can’d Aid Building Bikes For Kids Partnership as the 2026 Winner – Neighborhood Health Category.
Building on the success of the first three years, Yasso invested $350,000 in 2026 to support bike build and donation events in eight U.S. cities (totaling approx 1,000 bikes), furthering its Game On! mission to promote healthier communities and inspire the next generation to get outside and get active.
2026 Results
• 762 bikes donated, including 3 adaptive bikes
• 390 volunteers engaged
• 755 volunteer hours
• 4,368 bikes donated
• 100 skateboards donated
• 1,632 volunteers engaged
• 3,296 volunteer hours
• 18 states reached
• 45 schools and community organizations impacted
Yasso, a division of Magnum Ice Cream Company, recognized retail partners for their participation to host bike build events through 2026 to make a meaningful impact in their local communities, including Target, Kroger, The Giant Company, Wakefern, and Demoulas, Hannaford, Harris Teeter, and Meijer.
“It was a Great Success! Everyone here at The Giant Company had a great time and couldn’t stop talking about it. It was one of our BEST Volunteer events we have ever had, everyone enjoyed their time they were laughing and smiling the entire time.” – Retail Partner
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