Publix is Donating $1.1 Million to Restore Wetlands in Florida Everglades

Publix is building on its commitment to the Florida Everglades through a donation of $1.1 million through the next two years. These funds will help the National Audubon Society restore the natural landscape of an additional 250 acres of wetlands in Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, a part of the western Everglades.

This project is estimated to return more than 50 million gallons of water a year to the wetland’s ecosystem.

“We’re proud to provide support to such an important project in Florida,” said Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous. “Clean drinking water is vital to the health and wellness of the communities we serve.”

Wetlands play an important role in the availability of fresh water and are home to a variety of native plants and wildlife. They also help control flooding by absorbing excess water and providing filtration.

“We would like to thank Publix for its donation and ongoing support,” said Director of Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Keith Laakkonen. “This project is helping to reduce the risk of wildfires, ensure ample drinking water and reduce the problems caused by harmful algal blooms along our coasts.”

In 2021, Publix announced its initial commitment to fund a total of $2 million in projects that spanned multiple years to remove invasive trees and plants in the eastern and western Florida Everglades. These projects with the National Audubon Society and the National Park Foundation have helped restore an estimated 165 million gallons of water per year and more than 1,300 acres of wetlands in the Florida Everglades.

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