Schnucks Customers, Company Donate $200,000 to The Salvation Army Through “Round Up at the Register"
Schnuck Markets, Inc. and The Salvation Army today announced that Schnucks customers and the company donated a total of $200,000 to The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle campaign through the most recent “Round Up at the Register”. Schnucks customers had the option to round up their purchases to the nearest dollar, with 100% of donations from the 15-day campaign benefiting The Salvation Army. Customers donated $189,514, and Schnucks rounded up that amount $10,486.
“We’re honored to partner with The Salvation Army as part of our commitment to nourish people’s lives, and during the holiday season, our customers and teammates look forward to giving back to our community through the Round Up, the bell ringers and the iconic red kettles,” said Schnucks Chairman and CEO Todd Schnuck. “We know the need in our communities is great, but with the support from our generous customers, who see the terrific work of The Salvation Army, those struggling can receive the help they need.”
All funds raised during Round Up at the Register stay in the community in which they were donated to support local programs and services, including helping to provide food, shelter, support for veterans, substance abuse treatment and emergency disaster services throughout the year.
“The generosity of our community and the Schnucks team is such a wonderful blessing to the Army and those we serve,” said Major Adam Moore, St. Louis Area Commander for The Salvation Army. “We are seeing a 15% increase in need in our community this year – many of those have never needed our services before but have found themselves in a difficult position. The ongoing support of Schnucks and its customers will certainly help us strive to meet those increasing needs.”
Schron Jackson, Director, Community Engagement & Customer Care of Schnucks Markets, and Major Adam Moore, General Secretary & St. Louis Area Commander of The Salvation Army Midland Division
The funds donated through the Round Up are in addition to those donated by Schnucks customers who continue to give to The Salvation Army’s red kettles located at all Schnucks stores through Christmas Eve.
About Schnucks
Founded in St. Louis in 1939, Schnuck Markets, Inc. is a third and fourth generation, family-owned grocery retailer committed to nourishing people’s lives. Schnucks operates 114 stores, serving customers in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin and employs nearly 12,000 teammates. According to Forbes’ 2023 rankings, Schnucks is the 189th largest privately-owned company in the United States and the 14th largest privately-owned grocer. Schnucks is committed to helping communities thrive, and as a champion for reducing hunger, the company annually donates more than $15 million in food to pantries that help those in need.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army annually helps nearly 30 million Americans overcome poverty, addiction and economic hardships through a range of social services. Founded in London, England, in 1865, The Salvation Army has been active in Missouri and Southern Illinois since 1880. The Salvation Army Midland Division provides a wide range of services for those in need in our community including corps community centers, Emergency Disaster Services, Emergency Social Services, housing programs, feeding programs and emergency shelter. For more information, visit www.salarmymidland.org.