What Happens To Costco's Leftover Bakery Items?

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What Happens To Costco's Leftover Bakery Items?

There are many unique features that separate Costco from other grocery chains , from its popular store-exclusive Kirkland Signature brand to the frequently evolving layout of the store. While these practices affect the experience of shoppers, Costco also strives to help people who might never step foot into one of its locations. When it comes to the chain's popular baked goods, including bread, cookies, Danishes, pies, croissants, muffins, and cakes, Costco donates leftover items to food banks and pantries through a charity called Feeding America. The store also donates other perishable goods from its stock once they reach or surpass the best-buy date.

According to Feeding America , Costco has the dis