LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – Actors Patrick Duffy and Linda Purl visited Lexington Friday to mark the Kroger launch of their artisan bread line, Duffy’s Dough, and to deliver a $10,000 check to God’s Pantry Food Bank.
The donation, presented with Kroger, will go toward 60,000 meals for people in need.
About the donation
Michael Halligan, CEO of God’s Pantry Food Bank, said the funds will reach families quickly.
“Many of which will be on somebody’s table in the next few days,” Halligan said.
Halligan said the food bank currently distributes enough food to provide approximately 115,000 meals every day, 365 days a year. He said the $10,000 check from Kroger and the donation of Duffy’s Dough means better nutrition access for those the organization serves.
“Bread is one of the most important items that folks request every day,” Halligan said.
About Duffy’s Dough
Duffy and Purl, best known for their roles on Dallas and Happy Days, started the business five years ago out of their garage. The bake-at-home artisan bread line traces back more than 70 years to a sourdough starter originally belonging to Duffy’s mother.
“Each one is made from the original starter kept under lock and key,” Purl said.
Five varieties of Duffy’s Dough are now available at Kroger. One hundred percent of the proceeds from each loaf sold go toward hunger relief.
Why they launched the line
Purl said the mission behind the product was personal.
“We want our life efforts to align with things we care about and believe in,” Purl said.
Duffy said the goal is for the product to outlast their own involvement.
“We’re probably not going to be here to see the solution to the problem, but the fact that something like this can be on the shelves — this will continue without us,” Duffy said.
Purl said the bread gives everyday shoppers a way to contribute.
“Not everyone can write a check for $50 or $10, but if they buy a loaf of bread they can know that the profits from that one loaf of bread will go to help solve a problem,” Purl said.
Halligan said the effort reflects a broader commitment to the community.
“When I see someone choose to lean into making a difference in the lives of people they will never meet, knowing that they’re making a difference is just so heartwarming,” Halligan said.
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