Murphy USA Inc. announced its Great Futures Fueled Here campaign for Boys & Girls Clubs of America has raised $6 million since its launch in 2020. The customer round-up campaign, which takes place at all Murphy USA, Murphy Express and QuickChek sites across 27 states, supports Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s mission of supporting all young people reaching their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
The campaign gave customers the opportunity to make a monetary contribution of $1, $3, $5 or $10, or round up their purchases to the nearest dollar amount at checkout. The funds raised during the campaign benefit Boys & Girls Clubs in the same communities served by Murphy USA and Quick-Chek locations.
“Giving back is part of our broader mission and commitment as an organization to our team members, customers and communities. We are passionate about providing opportunities for the next generation,” said Andrew Clyde, president and CEO of Murphy USA. “This financial support helps to provide youth in our communities with the essential tools for cultivating a successful future.”
Boys & Girls Clubs of America works to ensure that all kids and teens have the same opportunities to succeed in life. Programs at Boys & Girls Clubs support learning by providing enriching experiences after school and during the summer. The organization serves 3.6 million young people annually, offering resources they need to achieve a great future—including a safe, supportive environment with caring adult mentors.
“The Great Futures Fueled Here campaign has been instrumental in helping Boys & Girls Clubs provide programming and resources that are making a real difference in the lives of youth,” said Jim Clark, president and CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of America. “We are incredibly grateful for the continued partnership with Murphy USA and the many contributions from its customers that have resulted in such an incredible milestone.”
In The Community
Every year, the convenience retail industry dedicates billions of dollars to advancing the futures of individuals and families in our communities. The NACS Foundation unifies and builds on NACS members’ charitable efforts to amplify their work in communities across America and to share these powerful stories. Learn more at www.conveniencecares.org.
WAWA HONORS 25 VIRGINIA VOLUNTEERS
In celebration of Wawa’s 25th anniversary of opening its first store in Virginia, Wawa Inc. and The Wawa Foundation are honoring 25 volunteers who support nonprofits through the Virginia Local Hero Award, a recognition that offers nonprofit organizations the opportunity to nominate a volunteer who’s making an impact in Virginia. Each of the 25 award recipients receives a $1,000 contribution given in their name to their affiliated nonprofit organization. The 25 finalists will be announced with a ceremony at the grand opening of a Wawa in Henrico, Virginia.
GATE PETROLEUM COMPANY RAISES $35,000
The GATE Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Jacksonville-based GATE Petroleum Company, and GATE customers raised $35,000 for the American Red Cross. Funds were raised in GATE convenience stores in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina through the company’s semiannual paper icon campaign. Customers donated $1 and signed their name on a paper icon displayed in the GATE store. Funds were allocated to Red Cross organizations in the communities where the funds were collected.
WILLS GROUP VOLUNTEERS SUPPORT FAMILIES
Wills Group employees had the opportunity to make an immediate positive impact by volunteering at the Southern Maryland Food Bank as part of the Wills Group Nourishing Children & Families Signature Program. Last May, 10 dedicated Wills Group team members assembled 150 boxes of fresh produce and 150 bags of frozen meat. Three-quarters of the food went out to churches and food banks that same day, while the remainder was distributed through the Southern Maryland Food Bank the following day.
GETGO CAFÉ AND MARKET SUPPORTS HIGH SCHOOL SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS
GetGo Café and Market donated $2,500 to the Rocket Fuel Café in Adams Township, Pennsylvania. The Rocket Fuel Café, in the Mars Area School District local high school, is run by students with special needs. Funds support special needs students with their prom and field trips.