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Yum! Brands celebrates its 18th anniversary on October 9th with a Red vs Blue Hunger “Drive-Thru”

Louisville, KY, 2015-9-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — In October 1997, PepsiCo spun off its three restaurant brands – KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell – to form a new company based out of Louisville, KY. 18 years later, Yum! Brands is one of the world’s largest restaurant companies with more than 41,000 restaurants in…

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5,000 Kroger Associates will form a human breast cancer awareness ribbon September 29 at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati

More than 5,000 Kroger Associates will form a human breast cancer awareness ribbon September 29 on field of Paul Brown Stadium during Kroger Leadership Summit CINCINNATI, 2015-9-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced plans to bring more than 5,000 associates from across the country to Cincinnati from September 28 –…

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REWE Group baut ihre Hilfe für Flüchtlinge in Deutschland und Österreich

-Erstversorgung mit Nahrungsmitteln, Hygiene- und Drogerieartikeln sowie Winterkleidung -500.000 Euro-Spende an die Flüchtlingshilfe der österreichischen Caritas -Caparros kündigt mittel- und langfristige Maßnahmen zur Integration von Flüchtlingen an Köln, 2015-9-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Die REWE Group baut ihre Hilfe für Flüchtlinge weiter aus und unterstützt Hilfsorganisationen in Deutschland und Österreich bei der Erstversorgung von Flüchtlingen mit dringend…

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The Co-operative food launches its Local Fund; calls on local causes to apply by Wednesday, 7 October

MANCHESTER, England, 2015-9-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Good causes across Scotland are set to “bag” a funding boost of more than £750,000 as The Co-operative today (Wednesday, 16 September) launches its Local Fund to share the money raised through carrier bag charges and sales in its food stores. The community retailer is calling on local causes…

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Starbucks Foundation donates to three non-profit organizations supporting refugees throughout Europe

SEATTLE, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of Starbucks commitment to help the communities it serves, the Starbucks Foundation today announced donations to three non-profit organizations supporting refugees throughout Europe. Instability and conflict has produced the largest group of refugees, asylum-seekers and internally displaced persons since World War II, according to the United Nations. “Like…

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BILLA Mitarbeiter und Kunden spenden Spielzeug an Kinderkrebsstation der Uniklinik Graz

Wiener Neudorf / Graz, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Im Zuge der österreichweiten BILLA Nachhaltigkeitsinitiative wurde in insgesamt neun BILLA Filialen in Graz eine Spielzeug-Sammelaktion gestartet. BILLA Mitarbeiter wie Kunden konnte dabei neue Spielwaren und Bastelutensilien in den teilnehmenden Filialen für den guten Zweck abgeben. Durch das erfolgreiche Projekt konnten gestern schließlich 50 Kartons voll Spielsachen…

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Kingfisher donates £50,000 to UNICEF’s ‘Syria Children’s emergency appeal’

Westminster, UK, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kingfisher, the international home improvement company, has today donated £50,000 to UNICEF’s ‘Syria Children’s emergency appeal’ to support their vital work to save and protect Syrian Children. Kingfisher believes that homes are central to people’s lives and with almost two million Syrian children having been forced to flee…

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Schnucks and St. Louis Area Diaper Bank to bring diapers to St. Louis area families in need

ST. LOUIS, 2015-9-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — To mark National Diaper Need Awareness Week (Monday, Sept. 28 – Sunday, Oct. 4), Schnucks Markets, Inc. and the St. Louis Area Diaper Bank are teaming up to bring diapers to St. Louis area families in need. Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 23 through Sunday, Oct. 4, most Missouri metro area…

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The Co-operative Food to donate its warehouse depot surplus food to local charities

MANCHESTER, England, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Co-operative Food will donate its warehouse depot surplus food to local charities as it diverts food for over a million meals away from anaerobic digestion energy plants. Following a successful trial at its depot in Castlewood, Derbyshire, the mutual is rolling out the programme from 14 September, supplying a…

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Summer camps and youth development programs for at-risk children as part of new $400,000 Hannaford Helps donation

The program provides new Hannaford Helps funding for young people who face barriers to their success in life. Scarborough, Maine, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — At-risk children will attend local summer camps and youth development programs, and gain access to nutritious food and school supplies, as part of a new $400,000 Hannaford Helps donation. The gift from…

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Topaz Syria Emergency Appeal: Donate 14 Sep – 11 Oct 2015 at any participating service station

DUBLIN, 2015-9-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Donate from the 14th September - 11th October 2015 at any participating Topaz service station. All donations will be transported directly to the affected areas in conjunction with GOAL. Essential items (In new or excellent condition please) 1. Blankets and Quilts (Any size) 2. Warm Jackets (Adult's and Children's) 3. Thermal Socks, Hats,…

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Tesco donated 2,256,471 bowls of cereal to children at Magic Breakfast clubs during 2014/15 school year

CHESHUNT, England, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Children at Magic Breakfast clubs enjoyed a whopping 2,256,471 bowls of Tesco cereal during the school year 2014/15, the first year of the supermarket’s charity partnership with Magic Breakfast. Magic Breakfast provides free, healthy breakfasts to more than 22,000 children in the UK who arrive at school too hungry…

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Macy’s raised $3.5 million through its annual “Shop For A Cause” campaign in support of charities nationwide

Macy’s helps March of Dimes® and thousands of local charities raise funds through annual shopping event MIAMI, FL, 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — In support of March of Dimes and more than 4,000 charities nationwide, Macy’s raised more than $3.5 million through its annual “Shop For A Cause” campaign, which took place onSaturday, August 29. Volunteers at…

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EROSKI arranca una campaña para recaudar fondos para proyectos de UNICEF ante la crisis de Siria

Los clientes podrán sumar su donación a los fondos aportados por la Fundación EROSKI con un objetivo de donación en torno a los 75.000 euros Los fondos recaudados irán destinados a proteger los derechos de los niños y niñas afectadas por el conflicto de Siria, proporcionando suministros de emergencia, agua potable, servicios de salud, educación…

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Rite Aid honors 274 student recipients of Folds of Honor educational scholarships provided by The Rite Aid Foundation’s KidCents program

Scholarships Funded through Rite Aid Foundation's $1.3 Million Donation to Folds of Honor Camp Hill, Pa., 2015-9-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — During the month of September, Rite Aid associates nationwide will honor 274 students who have been named recipients of Folds of Honor educational scholarships provided by The Rite Aid Foundation's KidCents program. The $1.3…

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BILLA Filialen spenden Altkleider an die Caritas

Im Zuge der österreichweiten BILLA Nachhaltigkeitsinitiative haben dieses Jahr Mitarbeiter zahlreicher BILLA Filialen im Raum Wien und Niederösterreich ihre Kleiderschränke gesichtet und Altkleider an die Caritas gespendet. Mit dem tollen Ergebnis werden die Sachspendenlager der Caritas in Wien unterstützt. Wiener Neudorf, Österreich, 2015-9-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seit Jahren setzt BILLA im Sinne der…

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Weis Markets joins Great American Milk Drive during Hunger Action Month™ in September as part of its 8th annual Fight Hunger campaign

The Great American Milk Drive helps fight hunger by providing milk, complete with high-quality protein, to families in need during Hunger Action MonthTM SUNBURY, PA, 2015-9-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — That gallon of milk you consider a staple in your refrigerator is missing in Mid-Atlantic area food banks, and local children in need are missing…

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Save Mart CARES Foundation donates $5,000 to Sacramento Children’s Museum

Rancho Cordova, CA, 2015-9-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Save Mart CARES Foundation is pleased to announce a donation of $5,000 to the Sacramento Children's Museum. The grant will support "Leo's Market Brought To You by Save Mart Supermarkets," a new exhibit inside the museum built to look like a mini Save Mart store. Kids will be…

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H&M partners with Humane Society International to improve animal welfare in the fashion and beauty industry

Animal welfare is important to H&M and our ambition is to improve animal welfare in our supply chain and in our industry. To help us succeed with this bold ambition we have decided to also partner with the well-known animal welfare organization, Humane Society International. STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2015-9-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — An essential part…

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H&M Conscious Foundation donates USD 500,000 to relief refugee crisis in Europe

STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2015-9-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — H&M Conscious Foundation has decided to donate USD 500,000 to support the organization UNHCR in their emergency relief work, offering refugees food, medical care and shelter as well as migration services. So far, this year, more than 300,000 refugees have fled across the Mediterranean from war, violence, conflict…

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Aliza Reger’s exclusive collection available at Debenhams in time for Breast Cancer Awareness month

LONDON, 2015-9-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — Debenhams introduces the launch of Aliza Reger’s exclusive collection available in store and online at Debenhams.com in time for Breast Cancer Awareness month. This homeware collection is a first for Aliza, daughter of the illustrious Grande Dame of the lingerie world, Janet Reger. ‘Fighting to raise awareness and funds for breast…

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Familiprix Défi-Vélo Bike Challenge 2015 raised $90,129 for charity

Quebec, Canada, 2015-9-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — The annual Familiprix Défi-Vélo Bike Challenge added another spoke to its wheel this year with a race for adults and children, turning it into the Défi-Santé Fitness Challenge. For over eight years the race has gained popularity among runners, and now the event is open to even…

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Walmart Canada and Children’s Miracle Network announce the 2016 Children’s Miracle Network Champions

Walmart fundraising for Children's Miracle Network hits total of $100 million Toronto, ON, 2015-9-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walmart Canada and Children's Miracle Network this morning proudly announced the 2016 Children's Miracle Network Champions.  These extraordinary children will work with their local hospital foundations to help raise awareness about the battles so many Canadian children are waging against…

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Stater Bros., LifeStream Blood Bank partner to boost local, life-saving blood reserves

Stater Bros. Markets and LifeStream Blood Bank Partner to Save Lives San Bernardino, CA, 2015-9-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — Stater Bros. is proud to partner with LifeStream Blood Bank in an ongoing effort to boost local, life-saving blood reserves. Each month, Stater Bros. hosts blood drives at selected supermarkets. For the month of September, blood drives will be…

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Yum! Brands Foundation partnered with The Acts of Random Kindness (ARK) Project to complete various acts of service in Louisville, KY

Louisville, KY, 2015-9-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — This summer Yum! Brands Foundation partnered with The Acts of Random Kindness (ARK) Project to complete various acts of service in the Louisville, KY community. The ARK project travelled the country this summer during a 10-week tour performing random acts of kindness in various communities, inspired by one…

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Hunger Action Month: Kroger encourage its shoppers to donate nutrient-rich milk to families in need in their local communities

This September, Kroger's Family of Stores Will Make It Easy For Shoppers to Give Hope by The Gallon To Families In Need In Their Communities CINCINNATI, 2015-9-2 — /EPR Retail News/ — September is Hunger Action Month™, a nationwide campaign from Feeding America® – the largest domestic hunger-relief organization in the country. In honor of Hunger…

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Whole Kids Foundation launches 2015 Growing Healthy Kids Campaign; aims to raise over $4 million for children’s nutrition

Whole Foods Market encourages consumers to invest in a healthier future for children through support of their foundation’s Growing Healthy Kids Campaign AUSTIN, TX, 2015-9-1 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Whole Kids Foundation is launching the 2015 Growing Healthy Kids Campaign, which aims to raise over $4 million to inspire families and support schools related to…

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New BESTSELLER FOUNDATION to provide equity and loans to help fight poverty in Africa, rural China and India

Brande, Denmark, 2015-9-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — A NEWLY ESTABLISHED FOUNDATION WILL PROVIDE LOANS AND EQUITY TO ENTREPRENEURS AND BUSINESSES THAT CAN HELP FIGHT POVERTY IN AFRICA, CHINA AND INDIA. Loans & investments to fight poverty Africa, rural China and India are home to extreme poverty, but they are also full of potential business cases that need…

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PENNY spendet 10.000 Euro für krebskranke Kinder in Köln

Köln, Deutschland,  2015-8-31— /EPR Retail News/ — Vom 17. bis 19. Juli war PENNY auf dem Parookaville-Festival in Weeze. Der über 1.000 Quadratmeter große PENNY Store war zentrale Anlaufstelle des 120.000 Quadratmeter großen Campinggeländes mit Platz für 12.000 Camper. Der Markt hatte 55 Stunden ununterbrochen geöffnet. Rund 150 Mitarbeiter sorgten dafür, dass sich die Stadtbewohner mit…

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Harris Teeter and Titan Farms to donate more than 18,000 pounds of peaches to Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC

Matthews, N.C., 2015-8-27— /EPR Retail News/ — Harris Teeter and Titan Farms to donate more than 18,000 pounds of peaches to Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC  Live shots welcome! What Titan Farms’ recently hosted its third annual Peaches with a Purpose campaign throughout Harris Teeter stores in North Carolina. The peach grower founded the program to support…

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