Dolmio will help deliver four million meals to Australians in need this year through its role in the Mars Food & Nutrition Australia Collaborative Supply program, a long-term partnership with Foodbank aimed at tackling food insecurity.

The boost in contributions represents a five-fold (540%) increase in meals donated since the partnership began in 2021. The initiative has seen 7.6 million meals already donated, with the total expected to reach 11.7 million meals by the end of 2025.

Foodbank Australia CEO Brianna Casey AM says Dolmio’s year-on-year increase in donations is invaluable support in the struggle to meet the rapidly increasing demand for essential food items.

“Almost a third (32%) of all Australian households experienced food insecurity in the past 12 months and we are currently providing food relief to more than a million people across the country each month. Despite our best efforts, we simply cannot keep up with the demand,” she says.

“We are so grateful to the entire team at Mars Food & Nutrition for the unwavering, long-term support, which allows us to provide easy, nutritious meals to the many people in our community doing it tough.”

The Collaborative Supply program, which includes Dolmio’s Bolognese and Carbonara sauces alongside other Mars Food & Nutrition Australia products, ensures a steady supply of pantry staples are available for Foodbank.

Mars Food & Nutrition Australia General Manager Bill Heague says he’s incredibly proud of the partnership with Foodbank and its positive impact in addressing food insecurity across Australia.

“This partnership not only helps meet the immediate needs of those in crisis, but it also creates a foundation for long-term change, showing what can be achieved when businesses, communities, and charities work together over time,” he says.

Dolmio says its ongoing commitment is made possible thanks to the support of its valuable supplier partners, including Logos, Baker & Co, Ingredion, Kagome, and Mainfreight, who generously donate ingredients, packaging, freight and logistics to the program.

The Collaborative Supply Program will also include donations from other Mars Food & Nutrition products, such as MasterFoods Beef Stroganoff, Butter Chicken, and Honey Soy Garlic recipe bases.