Kum & Go to Support United Way of Central Iowa

Approximately 50 stores will participate in the month-long fund-raising campaign.

October 06, 2016

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – Throughout the month of October, Kum & Go associates will encourage customers to add $1 to each transaction to be donated to United Way of Central Iowa’s annual campaign. Approximately 50 stores in Polk, Dallas and Warren counties will participate. This year’s theme is “& Together We Do More.”

In addition to the in-store campaign, associates at the Store Support Center headquarters from Kum & Go, Solar Transport and Des Moines Menace Soccer will participate in activities that will raise money the last week of the month, along with pledges for ongoing support via paycheck contributions. Fundraising got an early start in mid-September before the University of Iowa vs. Iowa State University football game. Associates could donate funds to be able to wear their school’s gear for the day. $2,075 was raised in 24 hours!

Last year, Kum & Go customers and associates generously donated more than $345,000. This year’s goal is $365,000. All of the donations and funds raised will be given to United Way of Central Iowa to support its work to improve community conditions in education, income and health. The proceeds benefit children, youth and families in Central Iowa.

Kum & Go is committed to being a good neighbor and giving back by donating 10% of its profits to the communities it serves.

In fact, as part of the fabric of the community, many convenience stores support local charities. From youth sports teams to food drives, these stores strengthen the communities they serve—and it’s getting noticed. According to a NACS survey, consumers agree that convenience stores represent the community’s values. More than two in three Americans (69%) say that convenience stores share their values and do business the right way.

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