It’s almost back-to-school season, and for Dot, that means it’s time to give back to local students.
Education has been a focus area for our charitable efforts since day one. Our co-founder Dorothy Tracy had a teaching degree and sometimes worked as a substitute teacher. We know education is key to developing safe, thriving communities.
Here’s a round-up of our donations for the upcoming semester and other charitable activities this July.
School Donations
Dot Foods Mt. Sterling gave $20,000 to the Brown County Elementary School for new lockers.
The Mt. Sterling distribution center also donated $10,000 to the Winchester High School.
Dot Foods Georgia made several donations to schools in the area, including $500 to the Montgomery High School, $175 to the Vidalia Heritage Academy’s athletic program, and $175 to the Jefferson County High School’s sports program.
Dot Foods Delaware is participating in the New Castle County Hope Center Back to School Donation Drive. Anyone can send donations to the Hope Center through Amazon.
Dot Foods Arizona pitched in at the Bullhead City Backpack Buddies event, where kids collected clothing and school supplies.
Dot Foods California just wrapped up its backpack palooza, collecting school supplies for students in need.
Other Donations
The Liverpool distribution center donated over $10,500 worth of food to the Fulton Alliance and Samaritan Center.
Dot Foods Chicago gave $2,000 to the CASA of River Valley to sponsor their Golf for the Child Classic.
Our Vidalia distribution center donated $1,250 for a fundraising gala for Rei’L Worldwide Inc., which offers services to families to help reduce recidivism.
The Bullhead City distribution center is partnering with Make Bullhead Better for a free food distribution at their upcoming community carnival.