The Act Bars have been launched with Upcycled Foods, Inc. (UP, Inc.) as a series of socially beneficial snack bars perfect for helping consumers to curb cravings and also support those in need.
The snack bars are characterized by their Upcycled Certified, non-GMO and vegan-friendly recipe that's made with ReGrained SuperGrain+. The bar will see a meal donated for every one sold to support those who have insecure access to food. The bars also make use of upcycled ingredients to combat against the large amount of food waste that is observed every year in the US.
Co-Founder and CEO of UP, In. Dan Kurzrock spoke on the new Act Bars saying, "We're excited to partner with Act Bar and bring a sustainable and delicious snack bar to consumers that supports those in need. Our mission is to support brands in creating innovative products that are better for the planet and for people. This product brings that promise to life in an exciting new category.”
Image Credit: Upcycled Foods, Inc.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Meal-donating Products
- Products like Act Bars that donate a meal for every sale create social impact by integrating philanthropy into consumer choices.
- Upcycled Ingredients
- Using upcycled ingredients such as ReGrained SuperGrain+ in snack bars addresses significant food waste concerns and promotes sustainability.
- Vegan-friendly Snacks
- Vegan-friendly snack bars cater to the growing demand for plant-based diets and ethical eating options.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Food and Beverage
- The food and beverage industry can explore innovative product lines that combine sustainability with social responsibility.
- Nonprofit and Philanthropy
- Nonprofit organizations can partner with consumer goods companies to create products that help fund their social missions.
- Sustainable Goods
- The sustainable goods industry benefits from developing eco-friendly products that repurpose waste into valuable resources.
