Ardent Mills partners with the Colorado Rapids in "Corners to Curb Hunger"

Each Corner Kick this season to Benefit Food Bank of the Rockies

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May 11, 2015, 08:00 ET

DENVER, May 11, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Ardent Mills, the premier flour-milling and ingredients company, is partnering with the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer (MLS) for a season-long giving program to benefit Food Bank of the Rockies.

"At Ardent Mills, we are committed to supporting the communities where we live and work by donating products, volunteering time and talent as well as supporting local businesses," says Dan Dye, Chief Executive Officer of Ardent Mills. "With every corner kick by the Colorado Rapids this season, we will donate 500 meals to fight hunger through Food Bank of the Rockies. If they score on a kick, we will increase the donation to 1,000 meals. The Rapids are averaging 170 corner kicks per season. When you do the math, we hope to make a real difference in battling hunger in this region."

Colorado Rapids President Tim Hinchey notes, "It takes great nutrition to fuel great physical performance whether you are a professional athlete or a child or adult with an active lifestyle. We are proud to partner with Ardent Mills, a provider of nutritious grain-based flours and ingredients, and Food Bank of the Rockies to make a difference in thousands of lives in Colorado and Wyoming."

"This partnership is a win-win for all the children, seniors and families struggling with hunger and good nutrition in our service area," according to Kevin Seggelke, President and CEO with Food Bank of the Rockies. "The need for hunger relief is great. Sadly, 1 in 7 Coloradans worry where their next meal will come from. "

Later this season, Ardent Mills will be hosting a Food Drive to Kick Hunger where fans will be encouraged to bring non-perishable food items or cash donations to a Rapids game to support Food Bank of the Rockies. In partnership with the Colorado Rapids and Denver Nuggets, Ardent Mills is sponsoring the Team Fit program which is designed to educate elementary and middle school students on healthy eating and fitness.

About the Colorado Rapids

Established on October 17, 1995, the Colorado Rapids have achieved success both on and off the field, including the team's first MLS Cup championship in 2010. A leader in the community, the Rapids participate in many initiatives and causes, raising tens of thousands of dollars annually for Kroenke Sports Charities. The extensive Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club also provides opportunities for children to develop as players and people in a challenging, supportive, and safe environment. Based at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, the Rapids are a part of Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, owned and governed by E. Stanley Kroenke. The next home game is against San Jose Earthquakes on Friday, May 8 at Dick's Sporting Goods Park, kickoff 8:00 p.m. Learn more at www.coloradorapids.com.

About Food Bank of the Rockies

Food Bank of the Rockies (FBR) is the largest private hunger-relief organization in the state of Colorado. Founded in Denver in1978, FBR was known as the Colorado Food Clearing House. Today, FBR has extended its reach across Northern Colorado, providing food and supplies to more than 800 hunger-relief programs. Since 1978, FBR has provided nearly 571 million pounds of food to our member agencies, which translates to nearly 476 million meals for people in need. Last year, FBR distributed 53.2 million pounds of food – enough to provide more than 121,000 meals each day to children, seniors and families. It is a member of Feeding America, a BBB Accredited Charity and has earned a 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator. Learn more at www.Foodbankrockies.org.

About Ardent Mills

Ardent Mills is the premier flour-milling and ingredients company whose vision is to be the trusted partner in nurturing its customers, consumers and communities through innovative and nutritious grain-based solutions. Ardent Mills' operations and services are supported by more than 40 flour mills and bakery-mix facilities along with a specialty bakery and Mobile Innovation Center, all located in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. Deeply rooted in communities throughout North America, Ardent Mills is headquartered in Denver, CO and employs more than 100 certified millers, supporting thousands of local jobs and contributing billions of dollars to local economies. To learn more about Ardent Mills, visit ardentmills.com.

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