The United Family donated 5,000 pairs of socks to six charitable organizations across Texas during February through its seventh annual Apples & Pears on a Mission partnership with Rainier Fruit.
United Supermarkets donated 1,000 pairs of socks each to the Salvation Army of Lubbock (Feb. 6) and the Salvation Army of Abilene (Feb. 17).
Additional donations went to Salvation Army locations in Amarillo, Midland and Odessa and Faith Mission of Wichita Falls. The donations follow a 1,000-pair donation to the Salvation Army of Amarillo on Jan. 30.
Throughout the fall and winter of 2025, a portion of the proceeds from purchasing Rainier Fruit pears and apples went toward buying new socks to donate to organizations supporting the homeless community.
“For some, a new pair of socks can make a world of difference,” said Joseph Bunting, produce business director for The United Family.
“That’s why we are so grateful to partner with Rainier Fruits to do this program for the seventh year. We are also thankful to our guests for participating and helping us positively impact our community.”
Throughout the seven years of this program, The United Family and Rainier Fruit have donated more than 35,000 pairs of socks to charitable organizations across Texas.
About United Supermarkets
In its 109th year of operation, United Supermarkets operates under The United Family umbrella, which has 100 grocery stores in 54 communities across Texas and New Mexico under four banners – United Supermarkets, Market Street, Amigos and Albertsons Market.
The company also operates 40 convenience stores under three banners – United Express, Market Street Express and Albertsons Market Express.
A wholly-owned subsidiary of Albertsons Cos., The United Family includes ancillary operations R.C. Taylor Distributing, USM Manufacturing and Llano Logistics.
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