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Walmart Canada: Lee Tappenden appointed President and CEO; Bob Hakeem as COO

Mississauga, ON, 2016-Jun-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walmart Canada today announced the appointment of Lee Tappenden, Chief Operations Officer, Walmart Canada to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer, Walmart Canada, effective August 15. Tappenden joined Walmart in 1996 and has held a number of global leadership roles with the company, including Chief Merchandising…
June 29, 20160Comments

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Carrefour Belgium outlines its environmental growth prospects

Belgium, 2016-Jun-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — In early June, Carrefour Belgium invited the suppliers of its own-brand products to the traditional presentation of its annual quality and sustainability performance results. This presentation was an opportunity for Carrefour Belgium to outline the growth prospects that it has set itself in the more or less short…
June 28, 20160Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets customers support Food Bank’s BackPack Program to provide children in need with weekend bags of food

BUFFALO, NY, 2016-Jun-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — In Western New York, thousands of elementary school children who qualify for free or reduced-price lunches may not have enough nutritious food to eat at home over the weekend. That’s why 11 Wegmans Food Markets in the Buffalo area have partnered with customers, the Food Bank of Western New…
June 28, 20160Comments

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Rite Aid Foundation to help victims affected by West Virginia flooding with $50,000 donation to the American Red Cross

CAMP HILL, Pa., 2016-Jun-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Rite Aid Foundation announced today a $50,000 donation to the American Red Cross West Virginia Region to help the victims, families and communities affected by this week's historic flooding. "One of Rite Aid's core values is to be a caring neighbor in the communities we serve and…
June 28, 20160Comments

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The third annual Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give a complete success: $850,000 donation to the retailer’s Simply Give program

Memorable week of golf raises funds for Meijer Simply Give program to restock Midwest food pantries GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2016-Jun-28 — /EPR Retail News— Representatives with the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give today deemed the third annual tournament a success with an $850,000 donation to the retailer’s Simply Give program, which restocks the shelves of its food…
June 27, 20160Comments

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Starbucks will support The Mission Continues revitalization mission to refresh Detroit Central High School

SEATTLE, 2016-Jun-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Among the dynamic veterans profiled in the 2014 book “For Love of Country,” written by Howard Schultz and Rajiv Chandrasekaran, was David Oclander, a West Point graduate who served two tours in Iraq and one in Afghanistan before retiring as a lieutenant colonel. Oclander left the military in 2012 and turned…
June 27, 20160Comments

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Philippines: SM Foundation renovated its third Philippine National Police (PNP) medical facility

PASAY CITY, PHILIPPINES,  2016-Jun-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Foundation continues its support for our men and women in uniform as it turned over its 116th Felicidad Sy Wellness Center- the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) Health Service Dispensary in Silang, Cavite on June 23. This is its 17th soldiers’ ward rehabilitated and its third PNP medical…
June 27, 20160Comments

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Harris Teeter’s fifth annual Support Our Troops donation card campaign raised nearly $800,000 for the USO

Matthews. NC, 2016-Jun-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — Harris Teeter announced today it is donating nearly $800,000 to the USO, an organization dedicated to supporting America’s service members and their families. The donation was made possible thanks to generous contributions from Harris Teeter shoppers and valued associates during the Company’s fifth annual Support Our Troops donation…
June 22, 20160Comments

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Staples and United Way locations across North America to stuff literacy kits to keep children reading throughout summer

As part of United Way’s global Day of Action, hundreds of associate volunteers are fueling a love for reading among local young children FRAMINGHAM, Mass., 2016-Jun-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the third consecutive year, Staples, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLS) will partner with United Way locations across North America, including Boston, St. Louis, Seattle and Denver, to…
June 20, 20160Comments

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CBRE announces the appointment of John Ferguson as the Executive Sponsor of Asia Pacific American Forum

Los Angeles, 2016-Jun-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. today announced that John Ferguson, CBRE President of the Southeast Division, has taken a leadership role in the c(APAF). Mr. Ferguson will serve as the Executive Sponsor of the company’s newest employee network group. Mr. Ferguson will work with the APAF Chairperson and founder Charles Rho,…
June 19, 20160Comments

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CVS Health to support the OneOrlando Fund to raise money for victims and families affected by the Pulse nightclub tragedy

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2016-Jun-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health announced today that it will come together with the Orlando community to support the OneOrlando Fund, established by Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer , to raise money for victims and families who have been affected by the Pulse nightclub tragedy. The CVS Health Foundation will donate…
June 17, 20160Comments

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DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation and CALIA by Carrie Underwood to donate $500,000 in Sports Matter grants to girls youth sports teams across the country

Carrie Underwood Presents First Grant of $100,000 to Girls Sports Teams in Her Hometown of Checotah, Oklahoma PITTSBURGH, 2016-Jun-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (JUNE 14, 2016), The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation and CALIA by Carrie Underwood, a fitness and lifestyle brand created in partnership with DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) and GRAMMY® Award winner Carrie…
June 15, 20160Comments

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Colruyt Group expands collaboration with the Food Banks

Halle, Belgium, 2016-Jun-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Due to positive results from a first test in four Walloon branches, Colruyt Group is expanding their collaboration with the Food Banks. Both parties have a unique system set up in Belgium: fifteen Colruyt stores in Belgium, spread out in accordance to need, will make their unsold…
June 10, 20160Comments

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Tesco donates £20,000 worth of food to Mosques to help feed those in need this Ramadan

CHESHUNT, England, 2016-Jun-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Twenty Mosques across London, Birmingham, Manchester, Bradford and Leicester have received a large donation of food this Ramadan thanks to Tesco stores. Tesco stores provided over £20,000 worth of food ranging from chapatti flour, sunflower oil and rice which the Mosques will donate to help feed those in need…
June 10, 20160Comments

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Harris Teeter reinforces its commitment to education with the donation of $2,000 check each to five Wilmington Schools

Wilmington, NC, 2016-Jun-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Store Manager to Present Check to Schools Date: Monday, June 13, 2016 Time: 10 a.m. Location:College Road Harris Teeter - 820 S. College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403 Live shots are welcomed! Monday, June 13, 2016, Harris Teeter Store Director Oscar Alatorre will present 5 local schools each with a $2,000 check to reinforce…
June 6, 20160Comments

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Diebold Foundation donated $100,000 to The Group Plan Commission benefiting the redevelopment of Cleveland’s Public Square

NORTH CANTON, 2016-Jun-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Diebold Foundation, the charitable foundation of Diebold, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD), has donated $100,000 toThe Group Plan Commission benefiting the redevelopment of Cleveland's Public Square. In partnership with the City of Cleveland, the Group Plan Commission is nearing completion on the redevelopment of Public Square, a design by renowned…
June 2, 20160Comments

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The Kroger Co. announced $1m donation and multi-faceted program to engage customers and honor our heroes all summer

Company Kicks Off Memorial Day with Plans to Support Servicemen and Women This Summer, Including a $1 Million Donation to the USO CINCINNATI, 2016-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — To show support for our heroes – service members, their families and veterans – The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced a $1 million donation and a…
May 31, 20160Comments

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Food 4 Less stores announced Honoring Our Heroes campaign in partnership with the USO

Honoring Our Heroes Campaign Will Raise Funds to Assist Military Programs through the USO LOS ANGELES, 2016-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Food 4 Less stores in Southern California, southern Nevada and greater Chicago are inviting customers to join in supporting the men and women of the armed forces and their families during its annual Honoring…
May 31, 20160Comments

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Ralphs and other Kroger-family stores to raise money in support of the USO

Honoring Our Heroes Campaign Will Raise Funds to Assist Military Programs through the USO LOS ANGELES, 2016-May-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ralphs invites customers to join in supporting the men and women of the armed forces and their families during its annual Honoring Our Heroes campaign in partnership with the USO. To honor our heroes,…
May 31, 20160Comments

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LuLu Group partners with Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Charity and Humanitarian Foundation to initiate Ramadan project

DUBAI, 2016-May-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — LuLu Group joined the charity drive by partnering with Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Charity and Humanitarian Foundation to initiate a Ramadan project that aims to distribute shopping cards worth Dh. 4 million to deserving Emirati families throughout the UAE. At a press conference held on 23 May at the…
May 25, 20160Comments

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Nordstrom hosted successfull 34th Annual Nordstrom Beat the Bridge athletic race and fundraiser

NEARLY 10,500 PARTICPANTS RAISE $1.5 MILLION FOR JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH SEATTLE, WA, 2016-May-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — This morning (May 15, 2016), nearly 10,500 participants gathered at Husky Stadium to participate in the 34th Annual Nordstrom Beat the Bridge athletic race and fundraiser. The event, hosted by JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) and Nordstrom, raised more…
May 17, 20160Comments

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CVS Health launched an in-store fundraising campaign to benefit the American Lung Association’s LUNG FORCE initiative

WOONSOCKET, R.I. , 2016-May-17 — /EPR Retail News/ —  CVS Health, the nation's largest pharmacy innovation company, today launched an in-store fundraising campaign at CVS Pharmacy locations nationwide to benefit the American Lung Association's LUNG FORCE initiative which aims to make lung cancer, the leading cancer killer of women in the United States , a public…
May 17, 20160Comments

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RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust donates to support immediate needs of the Fort McMurray community

TORONTO, ONTARIO, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust ("RioCan") (TSX:REI.UN) has committed $25,000 to theCanadian Red Cross to support the immediate needs of the Fort McMurray community. "As a proud member of the community, our hearts go out to all those affected," said Edward Sonshine, Chief Executive Officer of RioCan. "RioCan…
May 13, 20160Comments

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The Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation announce six organizations as Platinum Partners

CANTON, MA, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Dunkin’ Donuts & Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation (DDBRCF) today announced that six organizations have become Platinum Partners, representing the highest level of DDBRCF sponsorship available, including a combination of both cash and in-kind contributions. The six Platinum Partners are Maplehurst/Weston Food, Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA (MZB), Mother Parkers…
May 13, 20160Comments

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ascena Foundation opens the third annual Roslyn S. Jaffe Awards nomination

ascena Foundation to provide $150,000 in Grants to those Making an Impact in Communities Across the Country MAHWAH, N.J, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — ascena Foundation is proud to announce that the Third Annual Roslyn S. Jaffe Awards nomination period is open and is looking to empower, and provide much needed support to everyday heroes…
May 13, 20160Comments

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Albert Heijn en Alzheimer Nederland de handen ineen

Zaandam, the NETHERLANDS, 2016-May-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Vandaag vertelde Cees van Vliet, directeur winkels & logistiek van Albert Heijn, tijdens het EU congres 'Living well with(out) dementia' in Amsterdam waarom Albert Heijn wil bijdragen aan een dementievriendelijke samenleving. Daarbij slaan Albert Heijn en Alzheimer Nederland de handen ineen. Als eerste stap ontwikkelen de organisaties…
May 11, 20160Comments

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American Cancer Society and CVS Health announce $3.6 million initiative to expand the number of 100% tobacco-free colleges in United States

Atlanta, GA, 2016-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — The American Cancer Society (ACS) and CVS Health today announced a three-year, $3.6 million initiative to provide grants to 125 institutions of higher learning to help accelerate and expand the number of 100 percent smoke- and tobacco-free college and university campuses throughout the United States. The partnership creates the…
May 5, 20160Comments

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Educator Carrie Martin from Denton, TX is the winner and “Teacher of the Year” in Barnes & Noble My Favorite Teacher Contest

New York, NY,, 2016-May-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the nation’s largest retail bookseller and a leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products, today named Carrie Martin from Evers Park Elementary School in Denton, TX, as the 2016 national winner and “Teacher of the Year” in the Barnes…
May 4, 20160Comments

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Topaz supports Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation through new initiative ‘The LEGO® Exchange’

Fundraising drive launched across the Topaz network in aid of the Children’s Charity DUBLIN, IRELAND, 2016-May-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — Topaz, Ireland’s largest fuel and convenience retailer, today announced its support for ‘The LEGO® Exchange’, a new initiative that is seeing much-needed funds raised for their charity partner, the Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation, through unwanted…
May 3, 20160Comments

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Macy’s partners with Lady Gaga and Sir Elton John to create limited-edition line of clothing and accessories, Love Bravery

25% of the purchase price of Love Bravery will benefit Born This Way Foundation and Elton John AIDS Foundation The limited-edition line launches this spring as part of Macy’s American Icons campaign NEW YORK, 2016-May-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s has partnered with Grammy® and Golden Globe®-winning icon Lady Gaga, as well as Grammy,…
May 2, 20160Comments

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