Southeastern Grocers Inc., the parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, launched its seventh annual community giving program in support of Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships to the families of fallen and disabled military members.
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From now until June 18, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie customers can pay tribute to America’s military heroes while shopping at their local stores by donating $1 or $5 or rounding up their grocery bill to the nearest dollar at checkout. nearest dollar.
In honor of Memorial Day, SEG and the SEG Gives Foundation will match all customer donations made from May 24 to 27. This matching program ensures that every generous cent contributed will have a double impact, providing scholarships to the families who have sacrificed so much.
Anthony Hucker, president and CEO of 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 giving program is our way of standing with the families who have made great sacrifices 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.”
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Since the partnership began in 2018, SEG has donated more than $7.5 million to Folds of Honor with the help of its generous customers, employees and foundation. The funds have provided more than 1,500 scholarships to the children and spouses of fallen and disabled U.S. 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 those they leave behind wouldn’t be possible without patriotic businesses like Southeastern Grocers. We are grateful for the courageous service members who answered the call to duty; and for our partners who continue to show up and embrace their call to give back.”
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All funds raised during SEG’s community giving program go directly to Folds of Honor to support its mission of honoring the sacrifice of America’s military heroes by providing life-changing scholarships to their loved ones. Scholarships awarded through Folds of Honor provide private education and tutoring for children in grades K-12, as well as tuition for college, technical or trade schools and post-graduate work, including a master’s degree, doctorate or professional program.
Since 2007, Folds of Honor has provided more than 52,000 education grants to families of fallen and disabled service members.
During the month of May, SEG employees will commemorate veterans by planting flags at the Florida National Cemetery (Bushnell), Jacksonville National Cemetery, Sarasota National Cemetery and Louisiana Veterans Memorial Park (Baton Rouge). SEG also honors its own employees who have served by providing them with American flag pins so others can easily recognize and thank them for their service.
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