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The Gilroy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to serving the Gilroy community since 1980, focusing on empowering individuals and families through meaningful philanthropy. With a mission to create lasting change, they bridge the gap between generous donors and essential community needs, having awarded over $18.5 million in grants and scholarships to support local initiatives. Dedicated to fostering inclusive communities and cultural enrichment, the foundation actively engages with local nonprofits and supports diverse voices within the community. Their commitment to transparency and impact is exemplified by their Platinum Seal of Transparency, reflecting their dedication to clear communication about objectives and accomplishments. Generated from the website

Eight farmers, who all believed in a few simple values, founded Growers Express in 1987. Its partners have taken three generations of knowledge and respect for the land and have developed it into one of the nation's largest suppliers of fresh vegetables. Since its founding, over 95 percent of its 15 million cartons grown and shipped annually are still grown by its own partners. Headquartered in the Salinas Valley, Calif., its total year-round ground base exceeds 40,000 acres. To offer its 40-plus items on a year-round basis, it has also grown in Huron, Santa Maria and Oxnard, Calif., as well as Yuma, Ariz., Mexico and Peru. Its largest volume items include iceberg lettuce, broccoli, cauliflower, green onions, celery, asparagus and leaf lettuces, all of which are complimented with a full line of bunched items. Growers Express also offers strawberries and several packs to round out its line. Growers Express is a privately-owned company that employs nearly 55 people.