Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers has begun a community donation program to benefit more than 420 public schools throughout the Southeast. The three-week program continues the grocer’s commitment to support creative, inclusive environments for students to grow and thrive during the new school year. Through Aug. 30, customers are invited to support their local schools by rounding […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food Begins Pediatric Cancer Fundraising Program
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has launched its 18th annual fundraising program in support of pediatric cancer research initiatives during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Giant’s goal is to raise at least $2 million over the eight-week program, running from Aug. 12 to Oct. 13, from the sale of $5 coupon books valued at more than $45 each. All funds raised will be […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Lends Support For Flood Relief Efforts In Kentucky
As part of Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion’s efforts to support those impacted by the recent flooding in Kentucky, the retailer is delivering water and raising funds for victims. The donation of a full truckload of 17 pallets of water was delivered Aug. 9 to God’s Pantry Food Bank, a member agency of Feeding America […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Stop & Shop’s Campaign Raises $1.2M For Hunger Relief
Quincy, Massachusetts-based Stop & Shop, together with Unilever’s Knorr brand, announced that its Food for Friends campaign raised more than $1.2 million for its 12 regional food bank partners to combat summer hunger in the communities it serves. According to Feeding America, 22 million kids across the U.S. rely on school meals. When schools close for […]
Posted inRaley's, Corporate Store News, West
The Raley’s Companies Promotes Three Executives
West Sacramento, California-based The Raley’s Companies have announced the promotion of three executives into roles that are part of its shared services model. Craig Benson has held several roles at Raley’s during his time at the company, most recently serving as SVP, technology. As chief information technology officer, he will lead The Raley’s Companies expansion of technical […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food To Open New Store In Silver Spring, MD
Giant Food will hold a grand opening of a new location Aug. 5 at 12028 Cherry Hill Road in Silver Spring, Maryland. The opening will bring 100 new jobs to the community and follows a series of grand reopenings at three Giant Food stores across Maryland and Virginia. With about 65,000-square-feet of shopping space, the Silver […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Launches Low-Cost Meal Program To Fight Hunger
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers, together with the SEG Gives Foundation, has launched a new “Break from Hunger” program to provide accessible, healthy meal options to ensure no child goes hungry. Through Labor Day, customers and employees can purchase a specially prepared “Student Summer Lunch Pack” meal box at any Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket or Winn-Dixie […]
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The Giant Company Announces Leadership Team Appointments
Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Company has announced several appointments to strengthen its leadership team and advance the company’s omnichannel strategy. Manuel Haro, who joined the company in 2012 and serves as divisional VP of Greater Philadelphia, has been promoted to the role of VP of finance and strategy. With 20 years of retail and CPG experience, Haro will […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Walmart Launches General Stores At Getaway Outposts
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has partnered with Getaway, a health and wellness hospitality company, to bring The General Store by Walmart to select Getaway Outposts. The mini-retail experience will include seasonal products, sourced from Walmart and curated by the outdoor experts at Getaway. Items may include hiking gear, leisure activities and campfire equipment, including FujiFilm Camera, Lodge […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Southwest, Supply Chain News
Kroger Delivery Opens Fulfillment Center In Dallas
The Kroger Co. has opened of a new customer fulfillment center in Dallas, Texas. Powered by the Ocado Group, the center will use advanced robotics technology and creative solutions to provide delivery services in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. “Kroger’s fast-growing seamless ecosystem takes the promise of zero compromise to the next level, with Kroger Delivery bringing the freshest […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Provides 16M Meals For Child Hunger Campaign
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds helped to provide more than 16 million meals to fight child hunger through its third annual Summers Without Hunger campaign. “For kids who count on school meal programs during the school year, summer break could mean three months of worry and hunger,” said Lauren Biedron, VP of corporate partnerships […]
Posted inRaley's, Corporate Store News, West
Raley’s Promotes Wingo To SVP Of Operations
West Sacramento, California-based Raley’s Operating Division has promoted Levi Wingo to SVP of operations. He most recently served as VP of operations. In his new role, Levi Wingo will continue to oversee all store operations for its 121 stores and also the pharmacy operations, facilities and construction teams. “Levi is an innovative leader with deep operating […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Supermarkets Completes Upgrades, Enhancements
Scarborough, Maine-based Hannaford Supermarkets has completed a series of store upgrades to stores across the Northeast. During the first six months of 2022, Hannaford celebrated five store remodels resulting in enhanced services with a focus on customer convenience, including a greater selection of grab-and-go meal options, organic and gluten-free items, expanded pharmacies, additional self-checkout kiosks and […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion, Meals On Wheels Donate $450K For Seniors In Need
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds has donated $450,000 to Meals on Wheels America to support hunger-relief initiatives and expand senior nutrition services in 13 communities where Food Lion operates. The 13 local Meals on Wheels programs collectively serve 18,000 seniors annually. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, one in eight seniors experienced food insecurity. Since […]
Posted inFestival Foods, Corporate Store News, Midwest
Festival Foods To Open Location In Hartford, WI
Skogen’s Festival Foods will open its newest location Aug. 12 at 1275 Bell Avenue in Hartford, Wisconsin. The store will be open daily from 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. Mark Skogen, president and CEO of Festival Foods, said the company is excited to expand to Hartford and serve new guests who seek selection, value and service excellence. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food Publishes Better Neighbor Report
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has published its second annual Better Neighbor Report, which is an account of its efforts throughout 2021 across areas of charitable giving, education, partnerships, innovation and development. “We believe transparency brings both accountability and change, and we recognize the important role we play as a local retailer and essential service in our communities,” […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Eagle Named ‘Best Place To Work For Disability Inclusion’
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based Giant Eagle Inc. has been recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities. This recognition was bestowed following a 100-percent score on the 2022 Disability Inclusion Index benchmark. The DEI measured: culture and leadership; enterprise-wide access; employment practices; community engagement; supplier diversity; […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest
Yellow Banana Receives Grant To Upgrade Save A Lot Locations
Yellow Banana, the owner and operator of eight Save A Lot locations in the Chicagoland area, has announced the receipt of a $13.5 million Community Development Grant from Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the city of Chicago. The grant will enable Yellow Banana to invest in upgrades to its Chicago stores, as well as to reopen a location […]
Posted inMarketing News, Corporate Store News, West
Stater Bros. Announces Marketing Partnership With Toyota Arena
Ontario, California-based Toyota Arena has announced a partnership with Stater Bros. Markets. Guests of the arena will soon be able to experience the new branding of the North Patio, which will include live concerts featuring local bands and up-and-coming professional talent. “We are thrilled to welcome Stater Bros. Markets as a partner to Toyota Arena,” said […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, National
Kroger Participates In National Convening On Hunger, Nutrition
The Kroger Co. participated July 14 in the National Convening to inform the White House Conference on hunger, nutrition and health at the Bipartisan Policy Center in Washington, D.C. The one-day event brought together different viewpoints to identify and discuss solutions for the crises around hunger, nutrition and diet-related chronic disease. “Kroger’s position at the nexus of fresh […]