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Kaufland ([ˈkaʊ̯flant]) is a German hypermarket chain, part of the Schwarz Gruppe which also owns Lidl. The hypermarket directly translates to English as "buy-land." It opened its first store in 1984 in Neckarsulm and quickly expanded to become a major chain in what was formerly West Germany. It operates over 1,500 stores[3] in Germany, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova.[4]

Key Information

History

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Scanners for customers of the Kaufland in Poland

The history of Kaufland began when Joseph Schwarz entered the Südfrüchte Großhandlung Lidl & Co. company as a shareholder in 1930, which was then renamed Lidl & Schwarz KG.[5] The company expanded its range from fruit to a food and goods wholesaler for the Heilbronn-Franken region.[6]

During World War II, along with the city of Heilbronn, the company was destroyed and needed rebuilding. Within ten years, the company was rebuilt and, in 1954, moved into its own property in Heilbronn in addition to joining the A & O retail chain (today: Markant).[7] With Handels- und Fruchthof Heilbronn GmbH the first regional warehouse was opened in northern Württemberg. In 1964, the company expanded its range of products by opening a meat department.[7]

In 1968, Lidl & Schwarz opened the first Handelshof discount store in Backnang,[8] and in 1977 at the same place a hypermarket of the same name was established. Following the US self-service market structure, a 1000 m² facility was opened, with an employee base of 70 individuals.[9]

After the death of Joseph Schwarz in 1977 his son Dieter Schwarz took over the management of the company.[8] Taking the name of his father's former business partner, he introduced the Lidl chain which were primarily discount stores and quickly expanded the range of stores business into 30 locations.[6] As an alternative to these stores, he developed Kaufland.[6] In 1984 the first Kaufland hypermarket was opened in Neckarsulm, where the corporate headquarters had been located since 1972.[6]

After the reunification of Germany the Kaufland chain expanded into the Eastern German states and opened numerous markets.[6] The first East German Kaufland store was opened in Meissen in 1990.[10] In 1998, the first department store outside of Germany was established in Kladno, Czech Republic.[6] In the 2000s, the company established branches in Slovakia (since 2000), Croatia (2001), Poland (2001), Romania (2005), Bulgaria (2006) and Moldova (2018).

In 2006 and 2007, other store openings followed in Germany and Kaufland also took over shares of competitors. In February 2009 the corporation claimed to have 73,000 employees in Germany.[11]

In January 2010, it was announced that Karl Lupus GmbH & Co. KG was cleared by antitrust authorities to sell their 12 stores of the famila Handels-Betriebe GmbH & Co. KG Rhein-Neckar and the Cash-&-Carry-Markt Lupus Food Service with 1,400 employees to Kaufland.[12]

In January 2010, the Kaufland group had purchased all five Schleckerland drug stores in Ehingen, Geislingen, Tempe, Neu-Ulm, Schwäbisch Gmünd and all but the Neu-Ulm store had been converted to the Kaufland brand by then. The local Schleckerland was closed down because Kaufland was already present in Neu-Ulm.[13]

From 2011 onward, all Handelshof stores were to be gradually converted to the Kaufland brand and to be partly rebuilt and enlarged.

In November 2016, Kaufland's parent company applied for Kaufland trademarks in Australia.[14] In September 2019, Kaufland announced plans to open 20 stores in Australia.[15] In January 2020, Kaufland announced it was abandoning its expansion plans for Australia,[16][17] two years after buying its first store and six months after starting work on its distribution centre. It had invested about 310 million euro and hired over 200 staff members but never opened a store.[18] The first stores were originally expected to open in 2019 but the launch date had been pushed back to 2021.[19]

On 26 September 2019, the first two Moldovan stores were opened in the capital city of Chișinău.[20] Construction of the fourth Moldovan store started on 23 July 2020, in the southern city of Comrat.[21] The beginning of construction at the fifth Moldovan store in the city of Ungheni was announced on 6 October 2020.[22]

In 2021, the company announced its 2030 decarbonisation strategy, in partnership with DHL maritime transport. The strategy explained plans to produce 80 percent less carbon dioxide by the year 2030 by saving 12,000 tons of CO2 each year, with the use of sustainable marine fuel in all maritime transport of Kaufland products.[23]

In 2020, the Slovak version of the company was created the very famous children's festival, Kaufland detský festival . This event was started with "Zimná rozprávka", witch was in Bory Mall in Bratislava in February 8 of this year. The new mascot of this festival is Kuniboo, the racoon of the baby assortment.

Operations

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European countries in which Kaufland is active
Country Number
of stores 		Ref.
 Germany 788 [24]
 Poland 251 [25]
 Romania 195 [26][27]
 Czech Republic 147 [28]
 Slovakia 84 [29][30]
 Bulgaria 69 [31]
 Croatia 51 [32]
 Moldova 9 [33]
Total 1,591

Products

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With an inventory averaging 30,000 items[citation needed] , Kaufland provides a diverse selection of food and goods for daily needs. Alongside products from various manufacturer brands, Kaufland also offers its own brands, including Kaufland Mobile among others.

Since 1994, Kaufland has operated its own bakeries. Kaufland expanded its product range to include Demeter products starting from November 2018, catering to consumers seeking organic and biodynamic options.[citation needed]

The company maintains its own meat processing facilities located in Möckmühl, Osterfeld, Heilbronn, and Heiligenstadt, as well as in Říčany, Czech Republic. These facilities enable Kaufland to oversee the production process and maintain high standards of quality across its meat products.[34][35][36][37]

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Kaufland is a German chain headquartered in , , and a of the Schwarz Gruppe, one of Europe's largest retail conglomerates that also operates the discount chain. The company opened its first store in 1984 in , initially focusing on large-format retail combining groceries with non-food items, and rapidly expanded following in 1990 by entering former and other Central and Eastern European markets. As of 2025, Kaufland operates around 1,600 hypermarkets across eight countries: Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Croatia, Romania, Bulgaria, and Moldova, with a network emphasizing sustainability, quality products, and low prices through an average assortment of 30,000 items per store, including fresh produce, household essentials, and consumer electronics. In its fiscal year 2024 (ending February 2025), Kaufland generated revenue of €35.2 billion, contributing to the Schwarz Gruppe's total of €175.4 billion, while continuing expansion plans such as adding 10-15 stores annually in Romania and Moldova. Beyond physical retail, Kaufland has developed a significant presence since launching kaufland.de in 2021, offering over 45 million products across more than 6,500 categories and integrating features for third-party sellers, operating in seven countries including recent expansions to France and in 2025. The chain prioritizes environmental initiatives, such as sustainable sourcing and support, as a founding member of organizations like Food for Biodiversity e.V., aligning with broader Schwarz Gruppe commitments to climate protection and ethical supply chains.

Company Overview

Founding and Headquarters

Kaufland was established in 1984 in , , as the first venture of the Schwarz Gruppe. The inaugural store opened on , 1984, in , representing a strategic pivot by the Schwarz Gruppe toward larger-format hypermarkets following its earlier discount retail operations. This founding built upon the legacy of & Schwarz KG, which originated in 1930 when Josef Schwarz partnered in a business in , , eventually evolving into a broader retail entity under family control. Kaufland's inception in 1984 specifically launched the brand as a distinct arm of this group, focusing on expansive store concepts to complement existing discount formats. The company's headquarters are located at Rötelstraße 35, 74172 , , where it functions as the primary administrative center overseeing , , and operational coordination for the Kaufland network. This location has remained the corporate base since the brand's establishment, anchoring its German roots within the broader Schwarz Gruppe structure.

Ownership and Corporate Structure

Kaufland, legally operating as Kaufland Stiftung & Co. KG (founded in 1968), is a wholly owned of the Schwarz Gruppe, a family-owned retail conglomerate founded by , which also encompasses the discount chain and other entities such as PreZero and Schwarz Produktion. The Kaufland brand and hypermarket chain was launched in 1984 with the opening of the first store under that name, while the company's origins trace back to 1968 with the establishment of its first large-format store. Kaufland has remained under the full ownership and strategic oversight of the Schwarz Gruppe since the brand's inception, forming one of the group's core pillars in the full-range retail segment. The of Kaufland is structured as a private (Kaufland Stiftung & Co. KG) under the ultimate control of the Schwarz family, with decision-making centralized through the Schwarz Gruppe's executive leadership. As of 2025, Kaufland's management board () is chaired by Frank Schumann, with members including Christian Kalusche (responsible for ), Thorsten Sauter (countries and operations), and Jochen Baab (), following a reorganization in March 2025 that separated purchasing and country management responsibilities to enhance efficiency. This board reports to the Schwarz Gruppe's overarching , led by CEO Gerd Chrzanowski, ensuring alignment with the group's values of performance, respect, and . Kaufland benefits from significant inter-company synergies within the Schwarz Gruppe, particularly in shared , , and initiatives with , while maintaining its distinct focus on hypermarkets offering broader assortments. Schwarz Corporate Solutions handles centralized of goods and services for both Kaufland and , optimizing costs and efficiency across the group's operations in 32 countries. These collaborations, including joint efforts in , have strengthened operational resilience without overlapping their core business models. Financially, Kaufland contributes substantially to the Schwarz Gruppe's overall performance, generating €35.2 billion in for the 2024 (ending February 2025), representing a 2.9% increase from the prior year and accounting for approximately 20% of the group's total sales of €175.4 billion. This underscores Kaufland's role in driving the Schwarz Gruppe's position as Europe's largest retailer by , with ongoing investments in digital and sustainable practices supporting long-term growth.

Historical Development

Early Years and Origins

Kaufland's roots lie in the & Schwarz KG, established in 1930 when Josef Schwarz (1903–1977) became a partner in the Heilbronn-based fruit wholesaler Südfrüchte Großhandel & Co., which was renamed & Schwarz KG following the merger. Initially focused on wholesale distribution of groceries and produce, the company operated as a traditional trading business amid the economic challenges of post-World War II . In 1968, Lidl & Schwarz opened the first large-format discount store under the name Handelshof in Backnang, marking precursor operations in retail that would lead to the launch of the Kaufland brand. Under the leadership of , who assumed control in 1977 after his father's death, the firm began transitioning from wholesale to retail in the , emphasizing efficient supply chains and cost control to enter the competitive grocery market. This evolution set the foundation for diversified retail formats within the Schwarz Gruppe, the parent . By the early , recognizing the growing demand for one-stop , the group decided to develop a concept combining groceries, household goods, and non-food items in larger stores to differentiate from smaller discount outlets. The first Kaufland hypermarket opened on April 19, 1984, in , , marking the official launch of the brand as a of the Schwarz Gruppe. This pioneering store, spanning over 8,000 square meters, targeted southern Germany's regional markets with a broad assortment and competitive pricing, quickly gaining traction among consumers seeking convenience. During the mid-to-late 1980s, Kaufland pursued steady initial expansion in , opening additional stores in and neighboring areas to build a strong regional presence before broader national rollout.

Expansion in Germany

Following the reunification of in 1990, Kaufland began its expansion into the eastern states, opening its first store in Meißen, , initially operating from a temporary structure to capitalize on emerging market opportunities in the region. This marked a pivotal shift, enabling the company to extend its hypermarket model beyond western into the post-socialist economy of the east. Throughout the , Kaufland pursued rapid domestic growth, focusing on eastern where retail infrastructure was underdeveloped; by 1993, it had reached the of 100 stores nationwide, establishing a strong foothold through successive openings in urban and suburban locations. This period of accelerated development solidified Kaufland's position as a leading operator, emphasizing large-format stores that combined groceries with non-food items to serve diverse consumer needs in growing population centers. Over the subsequent decades, Kaufland continued building its network, achieving dominance in the segment by prioritizing accessibility in both urban hubs and suburban outskirts, where its expansive store formats—typically over 8,000 square meters—catered to one-stop shopping. By 2025, the company operated 782 stores across , reflecting sustained investment in domestic infrastructure. A significant milestone came in 2020, when Kaufland acquired 92 stores from the struggling Real hypermarket chain, a move cleared by the Bundeskartellamt under strict conditions to preserve competition in the food retail sector and comply with German antitrust regulations. This acquisition, part of a broader divestiture of 141 Real locations to multiple buyers including , enhanced Kaufland's while navigating regulatory scrutiny on . In recent years, Kaufland has maintained expansion momentum while adhering to evolving German retail regulations, particularly those governing and . For example, in 2024, it opened a new store in , incorporating a high proportion of recycled building materials to align with standards. Later that year, the Bundeskartellamt approved the acquisition of four hypermarkets in Bedburg, , , and , further bolstering its presence subject to divestiture requirements in overlapping markets. These additions formed part of the Schwarz Group's broader initiative to open approximately 300 new stores worldwide in the 2024/25 financial year, with Kaufland contributing several domestic sites to sustain its leadership.

International Growth

Kaufland initiated its international expansion in 1998 by opening its first store in the . This marked the beginning of a strategic push into , with subsequent entries into in 2000, and in 2001, in 2005, in 2006, and in 2019. By focusing on formats tailored to local markets, Kaufland achieved steady growth, operating a total of 1,591 stores globally as of 2025, with the majority outside concentrated in these countries. As of 2025, the company maintains 251 stores in Poland, approximately 192 in , 147 in the , 84 in , 69 in , 52 in , and 9 in . Despite these successes, Kaufland encountered setbacks in non-European markets. In 2019, the company announced plans to enter with initial stores slated for 2020, investing over A$500 million in site acquisitions and logistics. However, by 2020, it abandoned the initiative due to challenges including site acquisition difficulties, regulatory hurdles, and intense competition from established players like Woolworths and Coles, redirecting resources to its European core. In 2025, Kaufland accelerated its digital and geographic expansion within . The company launched its in in August, enabling sellers to reach customers across multiple countries through a unified platform. This followed the marketplace's rollout in in September, marking entries into Western European markets without physical stores. Concurrently, Kaufland committed to opening 10-15 new stores annually in and , aiming to expand its combined network in these countries to 250 outlets by 2030. Additionally, effective January 1, 2025, Kaufland joined the AgeCore international buying alliance to enhance procurement efficiency and competitiveness across its operations.
CountryNumber of Stores (2025)
Poland251
192
147
84
69
52
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Business Operations

Store Formats and Network

Kaufland primarily operates hypermarkets designed for one-stop , with store sizes typically ranging from 3,000 to 5,000 square meters on average, allowing customers to access a broad assortment of groceries, , and non-food items under one roof. These large-format stores emphasize through integrated services, including on-site bakeries for fresh and pastries, fresh and deli counters for custom cuts, and often attached pharmacies for health and wellness products. As of September 2025, Kaufland's physical network comprises approximately 1,600 stores across eight European countries, with a strong concentration in , including (over 780 locations), the , , , , , , and . The company continues to expand its footprint at a rate of 40 to 50 new stores annually, focusing on high-quality locations that enhance . In addition to traditional suburban and retail park sites, Kaufland engages in urban revitalization projects by integrating stores into city centers and redeveloping historic or underutilized properties, such as the revival of Sofia's central market hall in Bulgaria, to boost local economies and foot traffic. This approach supports community integration while maintaining the hypermarket's core features. Meanwhile, Kaufland is extending its network into Western Europe through its online marketplace, which launched in France and Italy in 2025, complementing the physical presence without immediate plans for brick-and-mortar expansion there.

Supply Chain and Logistics

Kaufland's supply chain is centralized within the Schwarz Gruppe's integrated network, which enables efficient procurement, processing, and distribution across its operations in Europe. As part of this structure, Kaufland maintains its own meat processing facilities in Germany and the Czech Republic, where approximately 3,000 employees produce over 350 meat and sausage specialties for its private label K-Purland, processing around 850,000 pigs and 60,000 cattle annually. These in-house capabilities, spanning five production sites, allow for vertical integration and quality control in fresh meat supply, supporting Kaufland's hypermarket format with reliable availability of perishable goods. In procurement, Kaufland employs strategies focused on bulk purchasing through alliances and regional adaptation. Effective January 1, 2025, Kaufland joined the AgeCore international buying alliance, partnering with retailers such as E.Leclerc, Colruyt Group, and Coop Switzerland to enhance negotiating power for non-food and food products across Europe, following its exit from the EMD group. This shift aims to optimize costs and supply volumes while maintaining a commitment to local sourcing in international markets, such as Poland, Romania, and Bulgaria, to align with regional preferences and shorten supply routes. Distribution is managed through key facilities, including central operations in , —home to Schwarz Gruppe headquarters and logistics entities like Kaufland Logistik—and regional hubs such as the automated center in Geisenfeld, . The Geisenfeld site, fully operational since 2024, features robotized case picking and end-to-end via Vanderlande's STOREPICK system, enabling just-in-time delivery to over 780 stores in alone and facilitating rapid replenishment across Kaufland's network of more than 1,500 hypermarkets in eight countries. Technological integration plays a pivotal role in enhancing efficiency, with AI applications optimizing inventory management, demand forecasting, and decision-making processes. In a 2025 interview, Kaufland executive Marco Hoessl stated that AI is integral to operations, including supply chain forecasting, dynamic pricing, and shelf optimization, without replacing human roles but simplifying complex tasks. Schwarz IT's AI-powered solutions, implemented in collaboration with Kaufland, further improve and accuracy, contributing to resilient s amid market fluctuations.

Products and Brands

Product Assortment

Kaufland hypermarkets offer an extensive product range averaging approximately 30,000 items per store, encompassing groceries, non-food categories such as , , and , as well as everyday essentials. This broad assortment positions Kaufland as a one-stop destination, combining and non-food offerings to meet diverse needs. The core categories include fresh produce, dairy products, with in-house processing through dedicated facilities like Kaufland Fleischwaren, items prepared on-site, and seasonal goods that vary by time of year and region. These sections emphasize quality and freshness, with and departments featuring specialized counters for custom preparations. Seasonal offerings, such as holiday-specific foods or summer grilling items, are integrated to align with customer demand fluctuations. Assortments are tailored to local preferences across markets, incorporating regional specialties at meat and deli counters while offering more organic options in Western European countries like . In-store service integrations enhance the shopping experience, including Kaufland Mobile for prepaid mobile services that can be purchased and recharged directly in stores.

Private Labels and Innovations

Kaufland's primary private label, K-Classic, offers a wide range of everyday staples including , snacks, and household essentials, designed to provide affordable quality across its stores. This brand forms the core of Kaufland's own-label strategy, emphasizing value and accessibility for basic grocery needs. In the organic segment, Kaufland introduced K-Bio as its dedicated for certified organic products, with a notable partnership with e.V. beginning in October 2018 to offer biodynamic organics. This collaboration has enabled Demeter-certified items like fruits, , and , expanding access to premium, sustainable organics. Additionally, Kaufland has developed specialized lines such as low-carbohydrate potatoes under the Linella brand, featuring the Coronada variety with approximately 30% fewer carbohydrates than standard potatoes, launched in 2021. Key innovations include the launch of Kaufland Mobile, a prepaid telecommunications service on the network, introduced on April 27, 2020, to diversify beyond retail into mobile connectivity. Kaufland has also broadened its organic and sustainable offerings, integrating cocoa-free alternatives like ChoViva into K-Classic products such as waffle bites and Neapolitans in 2025, addressing challenges while promoting eco-friendly alternatives. Kaufland invests in through in-house facilities, particularly for and products; its Kaufland Fleischwaren division processes over 850,000 pigs annually for the K-Purland , focusing on fresh and sausage specialties. Bakery innovations include expanded gluten-free and vegan ranges developed internally for in-store production. Kaufland has integrations with platforms like and Productsup for its online marketplace, enabling third-party sellers. Quality controls are maintained through rigorous certifications at Kaufland's dedicated processing facilities, including FSSC 22000, , IFS, and BRC standards for production and packaging sites, ensuring compliance across private-label goods. These unique facilities, such as those under Schwarz Produktion, incorporate advanced risk-optimized systems for foreign body detection to uphold product safety.

Sustainability and Responsibility

Environmental Initiatives

Kaufland has established a comprehensive decarbonisation strategy as part of the Schwarz Group's broader climate commitments, targeting net-zero across its operations by 2050, validated by the (SBTi) in spring 2025. In 2021, the company announced an 80% reduction goal for its operational emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030 relative to 2019 levels, focusing on direct reductions in energy use and logistics. To support this, Kaufland partnered with that year to implement the GoGreen Plus service for all full container load sea freight shipments, offsetting emissions through sustainable marine fuels and contributing to lower carbon footprints in international supply chains. By 2024 (ending February 2025), Kaufland had achieved a 43% reduction in operational CO₂ emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) since 2019, demonstrating progress toward these targets. In its green operations, Kaufland prioritizes energy efficiency and resource conservation in store design and daily activities. The company has installed photovoltaic panels on store roofs, generating over 10,000 MWh of in alone by 2023 through investments exceeding €6.7 million and approximately 370,000 MWh group-wide in 2024. Additionally, Kaufland secured long-term power purchase agreements, such as a 2023 deal with for 250 million kWh annually of starting in 2028, to transition stores toward renewable sources. In markets like , all stores switched to 100% renewable electricity in 2022 as part of this . Kaufland also addresses plastic waste by aiming for a 30% reduction in private label packaging by 2025 (achieving 33.8% less since 2017 as of 2024) and 35% by 2027, alongside targets of 65% recyclate content and 100% recyclability by 2030, through recyclable designs and material substitutions. To promote , Kaufland expanded its assortment to include up to 3,300 organic products, featuring Demeter-certified biodynamic options since 2018. Kaufland integrates into its by favoring local sourcing, which shortens transport distances and cuts associated emissions—for instance, prioritizing regional suppliers in and to lower CO₂ from . The company collaborates with suppliers covering 80% of product-related emissions to set their own science-based targets by 2026, while committing to - and conversion-free chains compliant with the Deforestation Regulation by December 2025. In 2025, Kaufland advanced optimization using AI-driven tools for inventory management, such as smart freezers providing to minimize waste and energy use, further reducing the of distribution. Kaufland's environmental performance is documented in annual sustainability reports produced under the Schwarz Group, which outline Kaufland-specific metrics and progress, including Scope 1 and 2 emissions data, adoption rates, and initiatives. These reports, such as the fiscal year 2023/2024 edition, emphasize measurable achievements like a 34% reduction in plastic use and ongoing supplier engagements for Scope 3 reductions, ensuring transparency and alignment with global standards like the .

Social and Community Programs

Kaufland emphasizes employee development through comprehensive and programs designed to enhance skills and promote career advancement. The company operates a dedicated department that provides a wide range of courses, including those on healthy lifestyles, , and professional growth, tailored to support employees across its international operations. As part of the Schwarz Group, Kaufland offers work-study courses, in-house academies for knowledge sharing, and partnerships with educational institutions to foster long-term , creating around 20,000 new jobs in 2024 despite economic challenges. In response to technological advancements, Kaufland integrates AI to handle routine tasks, allowing employees to focus on higher-value activities such as customer interaction and problem-solving, thereby augmenting rather than replacing human roles. This approach aligns with broader Schwarz Group strategies that prioritize employee upskilling in digital tools to maintain job security and efficiency. Kaufland actively engages in community events and sponsorships to support local initiatives, particularly in and youth development. In , the company has donated funds to support children's in homes through projects like "Give a Smile Twice," contributing €20,000 to enhance learning opportunities for vulnerable children. Additionally, Kaufland sponsors events, such as the World Hockey Championship in and the , using innovative campaigns like "The Hockey Carrot" to promote community involvement and healthy lifestyles. Store openings also contribute to local economies by creating jobs and stimulating regional growth in markets like and . Diversity and inclusion form a core pillar of Kaufland's policies, inherited and adapted from the Schwarz Group framework, which promotes equal opportunities and holistic approaches to workplace diversity. The company participates in initiatives like the Diversity Charter and hosts annual Diversity Days to celebrate differences among employees. Kaufland has revised its employee training programs to include dedicated modules on diversity and inclusion, ensuring these topics are integrated into ongoing professional development across international markets. In Romania, for instance, Kaufland maintains active equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) projects to support affected employees and foster an inclusive environment. Kaufland's philanthropy efforts focus on addressing food insecurity and supporting regional causes through donations and partnerships. In , the company participates in the National Food Collection campaign, collecting non-perishable items via "Happiness Boxes" in stores, with over 31.6 tons gathered in 2024 to aid disadvantaged families. The "In Stare de Bine" grant program, fully funded by Kaufland Romania, allocates 1 million euros annually to NGOs for projects in education, healthcare, and , totaling over 6 million euros by 2025. In , Kaufland collaborates with foundations like Szkola Na Widelcu to donate groceries to underprivileged families, especially during crises such as the . These initiatives extend to supporting Ukrainian refugees with food and product donations in Romania and other markets, including €30,000 to Tafel food banks in January 2024 and €34,000 in October 2024.

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