IRVING,
Texas, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the
7-Eleven Cares Foundation, proudly supported by 7-Eleven, Inc.,
today announced that it will serve as an official sponsor of
National Night Out (NNO), an annual community campaign that
promotes positive police-community partnerships and neighborhood
camaraderie. The new relationship underscores the company's
commitment to fostering the relationships that make communities
stronger and safer – a core tenet of 7-Eleven, Inc.'s philanthropic
commitment to building thriving communities – and furthers its
long-standing relationship with the law enforcement
community.
For nearly three decades, 7-Eleven's community outreach
program Operation Chill® has helped law enforcement officers create
positive connections by awarding a free Slurpee® drink coupon to
kids they observe performing good deeds or exhibiting positive
behavior – from wearing bicycle helmets to participating in
community activities. Today, the program has grown to reach more
than 1,300 law enforcement agencies across the country.
"At 7-Eleven, we value and serve our customers, stores and the
greater good in all that we do. It's why we're so deeply committed
to building thriving communities," said Marissa Jarratt, Executive Vice President and
Chief Marketing & Sustainability Officer at 7-Eleven, Inc. "And
we know that when you bring people together, it helps break down
barriers and rediscover what makes our communities special. This
alliance with NNO is a wonderful opportunity for our family of
brands to further create those positive connections between local
law enforcement agencies and the neighbors we both serve."
As part of the 7-Eleven Cares Foundation's sponsorship,
7-Eleven®, Speedway® and Stripes® stores will be helping to support
local NNO events in select markets across the country. Each year,
millions of neighbors take part in National Night Out on the first
Tuesday in August, while Texas and
other warmer markets celebrate on the first Tuesday in October.
Nationally, millions of people are expected to participate this
year.
"We could not be happier to have 7-Eleven join us as an official
sponsor of National Night Out," said Matt Peskin, Executive Director of National
Night Out & National Association of Town Watch. "Like 7-Eleven,
we are passionate about bringing people together to make our
neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Their support is
invaluable as we continue our efforts to forge positive,
long-lasting relationships between local law enforcement and the
communities they serve."
Law enforcement agencies who are interested in having their
local 7-Eleven, Speedway or Stripes store support their NNO event
can visit www.7ElevenNNO.com for more details.
To learn more about 7-Eleven, Inc.'s positive impact,
visit https://corp.7-eleven.com/corp/see-us-in-action.
About 7-Eleven, Inc.
7-Eleven, Inc. is the premier name in the U.S.
convenience-retailing industry. Based in Irving, Texas, 7-Eleven operates, franchises
and/or licenses more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and
Canada. In addition to
7-Eleven® stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. operates and
franchises Speedway®, Stripes®, Laredo
Taco Company® and Raise the
Roost® Chicken and Biscuits locations. Known
for its iconic brands such as Slurpee®, Big
Bite® and Big Gulp®, 7-Eleven has
expanded into high-quality sandwiches, salads, side dishes, cut
fruit and protein boxes, as well as pizza, chicken wings and mini
beef tacos. 7-Eleven offers customers industry-leading private
brand products at outstanding value. Customers can earn and redeem
points on various items in stores nationwide through its
7REWARDS and Speedy Rewards® loyalty programs
with more than 80 million members, place an order in the
7NOW® delivery app in 95 percent of the convenience
retailer's footprint, or rely on 7-Eleven for other convenient
services. Find out more online at www.7-eleven.com.
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