Hannaford Helps Schools campaign returns to support more than 1,700 schools throughout New England and New York

For Immediate Release                                                                                
March 16, 2023

 

 Hannaford Helps Schools campaign returns to support more than 1,700 schools throughout New England and New York

Shoppers can deposit their Hannaford Helps Schools dollars online and donate them directly to any participating school of their choice

 

SCARBOROUGH, Maine – Hannaford Supermarkets today announced the return of its Hannaford Helps Schoolsinitiative to support more than 1,700 schools throughout New England and New York.

 

From now through May 27, Hannaford Helps Schools welcomes customers to purchase more than 800 participating items at all Hannaford stores. For every four Hannaford Helps Schools products purchased, customers will receive three “School Dollars”to support schools in their communities. 

 

Customers can deposit their “School Dollars” online for donation to any participating school regardless of location using the Hannaford Helps Schools app. Customers can also deposit their School Dollars in the in-store collection tower, where donations will be divided equally amongst all participating schools.

 

“We’re pleased to welcome the return of Hannaford Helps Schools to support the schools and educators who work tirelessly to provide the best possible education for students,” said Caitlin Cortelyou, spokesperson for Hannaford. “Shoppers have the opportunity to support not only local schools, but also schools outside their community, allowing them to benefit family and friends at schools across state lines. The program brings our entire five-state footprint closer together as we work to expand opportunities for students.”

 

Hannaford will award $1,000 each to the top-200 fundraising schools—a $200,000 commitment.

Each participating school determines how to use the funds, including using the money for needed supplies, technology, sports equipment, musical instruments, field trips or playground equipment.

 

In the more than 20-year history of the program, Hannaford Helps Schools has raised more than $17 million for local schools in New England and New York.

 

For more information about the Hannaford Helps Schools program, visit www.Hannaford.com/HelpsSchools.

 

About Hannaford Supermarkets
Hannaford Supermarkets operates 185 stores in the Northeast, most with full-service pharmacies. Stores are located in Maine, New York, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. All are committed to offering great fresh food, convenient experiences and everyday low prices. Hannaford also is an active and committed community partner—focusing on fighting hunger, supporting youth development, and helping people live healthier lives. Hannaford is an industry leader in sustainability with a strong commitment to reducing waste and protecting the environment. Hannaford diverts or donates all food at risk of going to waste—sending no food to landfills. In 2022, Hannaford donated 25 million pounds of food to hunger relief organizations and prevented 65 million pounds of food waste from reaching landfills. Hannaford employs nearly 30,000 associates and is based in Scarborough, Maine. Additional information can be found at Hannaford.com.

 

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Media Contact:
Caitlin Cortelyou
External Communications Manager, Hannaford Supermarkets
207.885.3132
caitlin.cortelyou@hannaford.com