BJ's Donates to FeedMore WNY for Thanksgiving
BJ's Wholesale Club presents a donation to FeedMore WNY and surprises DeWayne Carter with a gift for his nonprofit, Carter Cares.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Philanthropy
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BJ's Wholesale Club is presenting a donation to FeedMore WNY to support its Thanksgiving food distribution programs. The company also surprised DeWayne Carter with a gift for Carter Cares, the nonprofit he established after entering the NFL in 2024.
Why it matters
The donation directly supports food distribution ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday for Buffalo-area residents served by FeedMore WNY. The gift to Carter Cares extends support to a youth-focused organization that works with athletes and mentorship programs.
The presentation is scheduled for 1 pm at the FeedMore WNY warehouse in Buffalo, and Carter Cares serves athletes ages 7-14. The donation amount to FeedMore WNY and the size of the gift to Carter Cares were not disclosed.
The players
BJ's Wholesale Club
A membership warehouse club chain operating along the East Coast that runs charitable giving programs in communities it serves.
FeedMore WNY
A Buffalo-based hunger relief organization that distributes food through a network of partner agencies across Western New York.
DeWayne Carter
A former NFL defensive lineman who founded Carter Cares to support youth athletes and mentorship in the Buffalo area.
The details
BJ's Wholesale Club will present the donation during an in-person ceremony at the FeedMore WNY warehouse, supporting its Thanksgiving food distribution programs. DeWayne Carter will be surprised with a gift for Carter Cares, which empowers youth through mentorship, leadership workshops, and football camps.
Timeline
November 3, 2026, 1 pm: BJ's donation presentation at the FeedMore WNY warehouse.
Monday night, 8:15 pm: Buffalo Bills game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Philanthropy Context
Corporate donations to regional food banks ahead of Thanksgiving are a recurring pattern within the Feeding America network that FeedMore WNY belongs to. Athlete-founded nonprofits such as Carter Cares represent a growing channel for youth mentorship alongside traditional community support.
Buffalo-area households in need can access Thanksgiving food assistance through FeedMore WNY's distribution programs supported by this donation. Youth athletes ages 7-14 may find new mentorship and football camp opportunities through Carter Cares.
The takeaway
Community food programs depend heavily on corporate and individual giving during the holiday season. Residents who want to help can check local food bank websites to learn how to donate or volunteer before Thanksgiving.
Further reading
Explore more local giving stories in our Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KGAB AM 650.
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