In the News ... "United Supermarkets raises more than $187K for Save the Children-Ukraine"

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• Donate-at-the-register campaign ran in stores across Texas and New Mexico

Staff Report
• Odessa American

WEST TEXAS - In April, the United Family raised $187,073.17 for Save the Children Ukraine through a company-wide donate-at-the-register campaign. Save the Children Ukraine is a non-profit providing relief efforts to children impacted by the ongoing war in Ukraine.

This donate-at-the-register campaign ran in stores across Texas and New Mexico, including United Supermarkets, Market Street, Albertsons Market and Amigos. As with past donate-at-the-register campaigns, guests were able to add any dollar amount to their grocery bill at checkout. The proceeds are going directly to support Save the Children – Ukraine.

“Just like so many people out there, we’ve watched this tragic conflict unfold and wondered how we can help,” said Sidney Hopper, president of The United Family. “This fundraiser was an opportunity for anyone who wanted to help the people of Ukraine — especially the children. This incredible amount of funds will go to provide healthcare, food and other vital supplies as this conflict continues — all thanks to the generosity of our guests.”

The Save the Children organization works every day to provide children a healthy start to life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, Save the Children is one the first organizations on the ground and one of the last ones to leave.