Grocer pays tribute to military community with
donation match Memorial Day weekend
Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of
Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, announces the
launch of its seventh annual community donation program in support
of Folds of Honor, a dedicated nonprofit organization that provides
educational scholarships to the families of fallen and disabled
military members.
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Southeastern Grocers announces the launch
of its seventh annual community donation program in support of
Folds of Honor. Now through June 18, Harveys Supermarket and
Winn-Dixie customers can pay tribute to U.S. military heroes while
shopping at their local stores by donating $1, $5 or rounding up
their grocery bill to the nearest dollar at checkout. (Photo:
Business Wire)
From now until June 18, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie
customers can pay tribute to U.S. military heroes while shopping at
their local stores by donating $1, $5 or rounding up their grocery
bill to the nearest dollar at checkout.
In observance of Memorial Day, SEG, together with the grocer’s
charitable arm, the SEG Gives Foundation, will match all customer
donations made May 24 – 27. This matching program ensures every
generous cent contributed will have double the impact, helping
provide scholarships to the families who have sacrificed so much.
For those unable to donate at the register – and even neighbors not
shopping this weekend – consider donating a minute of time. Spend a
moment to reflect and remember those who served to protect our
freedom.
Anthony Hucker, President and CEO for Southeastern Grocers,
said, “Our military communities embody incredible strength and
resilience, and this cause is close to our hearts, especially here
in the Southeast, where so many of our service members call home.
Our annual community donation program is our way of standing with
the families who have endured great sacrifice for our country,
providing them with the support and recognition they deserve.
Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of these
courageous families and honor the memory of their loved ones.”
Since the beginning of its partnership in 2018, SEG has donated
more than $7.5 million for Folds of Honor with the help of its
generous customers, associates and foundation. The funds have
provided more than 1,500 educational scholarships for the children
and spouses of fallen and disabled U.S. military service
members.
Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, CEO and Founder of Folds of Honor,
said, “The folded flag is a constant reminder of those who paid
the ultimate price for our freedom. At Folds of Honor, our mission
to equip and educate the ones they left behind wouldn’t be possible
without patriotic companies like Southeastern Grocers. We’re
thankful for the brave service members who answered the call to
duty; and for our partners who continue to show up and embrace
their call to give back.”
All funds raised during SEG’s community donation program go
directly to Folds of Honor in support of its mission: honoring the
sacrifice of U.S. military heroes by providing life-changing
scholarships to their loved ones. Scholarships awarded through
Folds of Honor provide private education tuition and tutoring for
children in grades K-12, as well as tuition for college, technical
or trade school and post-graduate work, including a master’s
degree, doctorate or professional program. Folds of Honor has
provided more than 52,000 educational scholarships for families of
fallen and disabled military service members since 2007.
SEG’s community donation program benefiting Folds of Honor is
part of the grocer’s ongoing commitment to honor and support the
military community, especially during Military Appreciation Month.
During the month of May, SEG associates will commemorate veterans
by planting flags at Florida National Cemetery (Bushnell),
Jacksonville National Cemetery, Sarasota National Cemetery and
Louisiana Veterans Memorial Park (Baton Rouge). SEG is also
honoring its own associates who have served by providing them with
American flag pins, allowing others to easily recognize and thank
them for their service.
For more information about how to contribute to SEG’s community
donation program in support of Folds of Honor, please visit a local
Harveys Supermarket or Winn-Dixie store.
About Southeastern Grocers
Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of
Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is an
omnichannel retailer serving customers in brick-and-mortar grocery
stores and liquor stores, as well as online with convenient grocery
delivery and curbside pickup throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia,
Louisiana and Mississippi. Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie are
well-known and well-respected regional brands with deep heritages,
strong neighborhood ties, proud histories of giving back, talented
and caring associates and a strong commitment to providing the best
possible quality and value to customers. For more information,
visit www.harveyssupermarkets.com and www.winndixie.com.
About SEG Gives Foundation
SEG Gives Foundation is the charitable arm of Southeastern
Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company of Harveys Supermarket and
Winn-Dixie stores. The SEG Gives Foundation aligns giving with
causes that are priorities to the communities SEG serves, including
the fight against hunger, support for military service members and
their families, relief to those affected by extreme weather and
natural disasters and championing belonging, inclusion and
diversity by combating social injustice to bridge the gap of
inequities faced by many individuals, families and communities.
Southeastern Grocers strives to be ingrained in its communities
and, through the SEG Gives Foundation, better the lives of its
customers and neighbors.
About Folds of Honor
Folds of Honor is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that
provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of
fallen or disabled military and first responders. Our educational
scholarships support private school tuition or tutoring in grades
K-12, tuition for college, technical or trade school, and
post-graduate work, including a master’s degree, doctorate, or
professional program. Since its inception in 2007, Folds of Honor
has awarded more than 52,000 scholarships totaling about $244
million in all 50 states. Among the students served, 45% are
minorities. It is rated a four-star charity by Charity Navigator
and Platinum on Candid. Folds of Honor was founded by Lt. Col. Dan
Rooney, the only-ever F-16 fighter pilot (with three combat tours
in Iraq) and PGA Professional. He is currently stationed at
Headquarters Air Force Recruiting Service Detachment 1, at Joint
Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. For more information or to donate
in support of a Folds of Honor scholarship visit
foldsofhonor.org.
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