Feeding America, the nation's largest hunger-relief organization, and Valero, an international manufacturer and marketer of energy products and power, announced today that $3 million has been raised from the"Fill Up to Fight Hunger" campaign. Feeding America and Valero launched"Fill Up to Fight Hunger" on April 4, 2011, to give motorists a chance to fight hunger in their communities simply by filling up with Valero fuel. The campaign ended June 30, 2011, with the total amount of donations to local food banks depending on the amount of fuel purchased in that area. For each 8-gallon fuel purchase made at a participating Valero outlet, Valero donated $1 to the local food bank in that area, up to $3 million nationally.
Vicki Escarra, president and CEO of Feeding America said,"This partnership with Valero is the first cause marketing campaign that Feeding America has entered into with an energy company. We are thankful for their incredible support with 'Fill Up to Fight Hunger' in our effort to help feed the 50 million people who are faced with hunger nationwide."
Both company-owned Valero Corner Stores and independently operated Valero-branded locations participated in"Fill Up to Fight Hunger."
A check presentation to Feeding America was held today on the front lawn at Valero Energy Corporation in San Antonio.
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About Feeding America
Rooted in the voices of neighbors facing hunger, Feeding America unites the country ensuring everyone has access to food and a thriving future. We support tens of millions of people as part of a nationwide network of 250+ food banks, 20+ statewide food bank associations, 10+ regional co-ops and 60,000+ agency partners, food pantries and meal programs. Powered by leaders and volunteers embedded in local communities, we are one of the nation’s most effective food distribution systems driving immediate impact today—and a catalyst for long-term change through advocating for legislation that improves food security and work to address its factors. We partner with people experiencing food insecurity, policymakers, organizations and supporters united with the unwavering commitment to provide nourishing food and work to end hunger at its roots so everyone can live fuller, healthier lives. Visit FeedingAmerica.org to learn more.
Valero
Valero Energy Corporation, through its subsidiaries, is an international manufacturer and marketer of transportation fuels, other petrochemical products and power. Valero assets include 15 petroleum refineries with a combined throughput capacity of approximately 2.9 million barrels per day, 10 ethanol plants with a combined production capacity of 1.2 billion gallons per year, and a 50-megawatt wind farm. Valero is also one of the largest retail operators with approximately 6,800 retail and branded wholesale outlets under the Valero, Diamond Shamrock, Shamrock and Beacon brands in the United States and the Caribbean; Ultramar in Canada; and Texaco in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Based in San Antonio, Valero is a Fortune 500 company with approximately 20,000 employees. Please visit www.valero.com for more information.