Price Chopper collects food and funds for Foodshare

Eric Coleman, Foodshare reclamation coordinator accepts the donation from Price Chopper’s 2014 Check Out Hunger campaign.

Foodshare received the proceeds from Price Chopper’s 2014 Check Out Hunger campaign, which included a donation of $3,878 and 3,611 pounds of food!

“We are so grateful to all of the Price Chopper stores in Greater Hartford for their overwhelming commitment to solving hunger,” said Christine O’Rourke, Foodshare interim president. “As a result of the efforts of their employees and the generosity of their customers the Check Out Hunger campaign will allow Foodshare to provide over 14,000 meals for our hungry neighbors! We are excited to build on this wonderful partnership in the years ahead.”

From mid-November to mid-December, Check Out Hunger gave shoppers the opportunity to add a small monetary donation to their bill (bringing the total to the next whole dollar amount) through the Round Up Your Change program and/or purchase a set-price Food Package, a $5, $10 or $15 selection of pantry essentials.

“Our annual Check Out Hunger campaign helps to raise funds, food and awareness that hunger is a year-round issue for so many in our communities. Traditionally, the start of the year is a tough time for food pantries that worked so hard to provide for those in need throughout the holiday season. We appreciate and acknowledge our teammates and customers who continue to generously answer the call to contribute and help their neighbors.” said Mona Golub, vice president of public relations and consumer services.