Harris Teeter launches 2021 Support Our Troops campaign, invites shoppers, associates to donate to the USO

Harris Teeter announced today the launch of its annual Support Our Troops campaign to benefit the USO. Now through June 15, Harris Teeter shoppers are invited to round up their transaction to the nearest whole dollar at checkout; 100 percent of funds raised will be donated to local USO locations throughout Harris Teeter’s marketing areas. The campaign is held in support of active duty military and their families, as well as wounded service members, those transitioning back to civilian life and families of the fallen.

“While many organizations continue to experience hardships due to the impact of COVID-19, Harris Teeter is proud to continue its partnership with the USO to support our service members and their families” said Danna Robinson, communication manager of Harris Teeter.” Each year, we are overwhelmed by the generosity of our valued associates and loyal shoppers who continue to rise to the challenge and support the USO through this campaign.”

The company distributes 100 percent of these donations to local USO centers to help keep America’s service members connected to family, home and country, throughout their service to the nation. The USO acts as an extended family for our nation’s military by delivering valuable programs, morale-boosting services, engaging entertainment and a touch of home through more than 250 locations worldwide.

“We are very thankful to the entire Harris Teeter team and their shoppers for their continued partnership with the USO.” said Jim Whaley, USO President, Southeast Region. “The generous donations given through the Support Our Troops campaign plays a vital role in the USO’s mission of strengthening America’s service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country.”

In 2020, the Support Our Troops campaign raised $1.7 million; bringing the total raised since 2012 to more than $9.3 million.

About the USO The USO strengthens America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country, throughout their service to the nation. At hundreds of locations worldwide, we are united in our commitment to connect our service members and their families through countless acts of caring, comfort and support. The USO is a private nonprofit organization, not a government agency. Our programs, services and entertainment tours are made possible by the American people, support of our corporate partners and the dedication of our volunteers and staff. To join us in this important mission, and to learn more about the USO, please visit USO.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Harris Teeter Harris Teeter, with headquarters in Matthews, N.C., is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR). The regional grocery chain employs approximately 35,000 associates and operates stores in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, Maryland, Delaware, Florida and the District of Columbia.

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