Market 32/Price Chopper presented a check for $61,644 to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) today, following an outpouring of support from customers and teammates during a November fundraising campaign.
The donation includes $51,644 contributed by customers who rounded up their change at checkout across all 130 stores, along with a $10,000 match from Market 32/Price Chopper.
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“Disabled American Veterans believes that every veteran is important and deserving of support, regardless of age or stage of life.” said Pam Cerrone, Market 32/Price Chopper director of community relations. “With 1,200 chapters and nearly 100 offices across the USA, DAV can help veterans in life-changing ways. Market 32/Price Chopper couldn’t be prouder to join our customers in support of DAV efforts to benefit those who have served and sacrificed for our country.”
The check presentation took place at Market 32 Clifton Shoppers World Plaza in Clifton Park, NY, where representatives from Market 32/Price Chopper and DAV gathered to celebrate the impact of the donation and highlight the vital role it will play in DAV’s efforts to support veterans by providing cost-free, lifetime support.
“With this generous donation, DAV can continue its mission of helping veterans access essential benefits, medical care, and employment opportunities,” said Shannon Sander, DAV Department of New York commander. “We are deeply grateful to Market 32/Price Chopper and their customers for making a real difference in the lives of those who have served.”
DAV empowers veterans through a range of services, including benefits assistance, job placement, and transportation to medical appointments. Assisting over one million veterans annually, DAV processed more than 209,000 benefit claims and provided 345,000 free rides last year alone. Beyond direct services, DAV advocates for our nation’s heroes on Capitol Hill, educates the public on veterans’ needs, and fosters community support through local Chapters, ensuring those who served are able to lead high-quality lives full of the dignity and respect they deserve.
About Market 32/Price Chopper
Based in Schenectady, NY, Market 32/Price Chopper operates 130 Market 32 and Price Chopper supermarkets and one Market Bistro, employing 16,000 teammates in New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. The American-owned company, founded by the Golub family in 1932, prides itself on longstanding traditions of innovative food merchandising, cutting-edge brand development and store design, leadership in community service, and cooperative employee relations. For additional information, please visit www.pricechopper.com.
