The United Family donated 5,000 pairs of socks to six charitable organizations across Texas throughout February through its seventh annual Apples & Pears on a Mission partnership with Rainier Fruit, the Lubbock-based retailer announced.
United Supermarkets donated 1,000 pairs of socks to the Salvation Army of Lubbock on Feb. 6 and 1,000 pairs to the Salvation Army of Abilene on Feb. 17.
Additional donations went to the 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 months of 2025, a portion of the proceeds from purchasing Rainier Fruit pears and apples went toward buying brand-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 currently operates 100 retail 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. The United Family includes ancillary operations R.C. Taylor Distributing, USM Manufacturing and Llano Logistics. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Albertsons Cos.
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