General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) is included among the 10 Best Recession Proof Dividend Stocks to Buy. How General Mills (GIS) Maintains Stable Payouts During Economic Slowdowns General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS), founded in 1866, shifted its full focus to consumer foods in 1995 and now offers a wide range of packaged meals, cereals, snacks, baking goods, pet food, and more. General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS)’s core brands, many of which have been household staples for decades, are backed by significant investmen ...