Oklahoma-based OnCue is partnering with the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, Our Daily Bread and other food pantries to minimize hunger and food waste, the retailer said in a statement sent to NACS.

“The cost of food is estimated to increase by 2.2% in 2025, according to the United States Department of Agriculture. This places a burden on many in Oklahoma, where 15.4% of households are currently food insecure,” the retailer said.

OnCue collects products from each store annually as it refreshes item selection. In 2024, OnCue collected $91,353.28 worth of non-perishable and personal care items. This is equivalent to 6,843 pounds of food, translating to 5,702 meals provided, the retailer said.

“We understand the burden that comes with the rising cost of food. Providing products to food resource centers is a small step we can take to give back,” said OnCue President Laura Aufleger. “We are thankful for the opportunity to make a small impact on such a large issue affecting our community.”

The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma was OnCue’s biggest beneficiary, “receiving more than $50,796.78 worth of items—equivalent to 3,805 pounds. As the largest hunger relief charity in the state, this donation is estimated to provide 3,171 meals toward their mission of offering nourishing food and pathways to self-sufficiency.”

OnCue has previously donated food and personal care items during challenging times, including the COVID-19 pandemic. Since 2020, OnCue has given over $422,880 in products and $50,000 in monetary support for Oklahoma food resource centers.

In December, OnCue opened its “largest travel center yet” in Oklahoma City. “The new store is part of OnCue’s ongoing expansion, which will see several additional locations open around the Oklahoma City metropolitan area through 2025,” OnCue said.

The new travel center features a “larger and more spacious layout designed to provide an enhanced customer experience.” The lot can service up to 24 vehicles in the front and seven in the back at the gas pumps.